Send us a text South Africans are facing a hidden tax increase known as bracket creep, where rising salaries push earners into higher tax brackets because the tax tables have not been adjusted for inflation. In this Moneyweb Now interview, Tanya Tosen, Tax and Remuneration Specialist at Tax Consulting South Africa, explains how SARS is projected to collect an additional R19.5 billion this year (R18 billion from income tax and R1.5 billion from medical aid tax credits) without changing ...

Send us a text What really happens when you step from the classroom into South Africa’s leading tax practice? During a KayaFM interview, Rendani Makatu, Tax Intern & Expatriate Tax Support Specialist at Tax Consulting South Africa, shares the lessons no textbook could prepare him for. From the realities of tax law changes to the traps South Africans face when moving abroad, Rendani explains what every listener needs to know. During this interview, you will hear: Why y...

Send us a text Ensure that all your income is fully compliant. Learn how to manage your taxes and avoid penalties: https://bit.ly/47AvDcV  Join Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement & Compliance as he discusses SARS’s latest focus on social media influencers and content creators during his SAfm interview with Jimmy Moyaha. Learn what income must be declared, how SARS tracks worldwide earnings, and practical steps for influencers to stay compliant. #SARS...

Send us a text Read the full article and contact our team today: https://bit.ly/4n7naD5 In a recent vodcast, Chrispos Seete (SARS Tax Compliance Specialist) and Alex Mahundla (SARS Tax Compliance Specialist) from Tax Consulting South Africa explain how a Tax Diagnostic Report provides a non-triggering SARS health check across your entire profile. Key Highlights 00:00–02:00 Why paying penalties without filing results in recurring charges 02:00–04:30 What a Tax Diagnostic Report c...

Send us a text In this SAFM Market Update interview, Alex Mahundla (SARS Compliance Specialist at Tax Consulting South Africa) explains why a Tax Diagnostic Report is an essential compliance tool for every taxpayer, especially for individuals with complex tax affairs. Key insights from the interview: What a Tax Diagnostic Report is and how it works Why confirming your residency status with SARS is critical How outdated details, outstanding returns, and liabil...

Send us a text Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3I8Ostq Speak to our specialists: https://bit.ly/3IcnAbX Could your foreign retirement funds soon be taxed in South Africa? In this discussion, Delano Abdoll (Legal Manager: Cross-Border Taxation) and John-Paul Fraser (Team Lead: Cross-Border Taxation) unpack how SARS’ proposed removal of the foreign pension exemption could affect expatriates, returning residents, and high-net-worth individuals with offshore retirement funds. ...

Send us a text Can SARS take money directly from your bank account? Yes, and it is already happening. In this episode, Tax Attorney Junaid Bhayla and Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement and Compliance, Jashwin Baijoo, break down how tax debt arises, what triggers SARS collection, and how legal relief can protect you from criminal liability or asset loss. Visit our website for more info: https://bit.ly/4lBwMF7 Support the show

Send us a text The 31 August 2025 provisional tax deadline is fast approaching, are you prepared? Whether you are a freelancer, expatriate, or run your own business, this episode featuring Priscilla Sefoka, Tax Administrator, and Thokozile Kumalo, Tax Consultant, will help you understand exactly what you need to do to stay compliant and avoid SARS penalties. Need help filing your provisional tax? Contact Tax Consulting South Africa today for expert assistance: https://bit.ly/45...

Send us a text SARS is sharpening its focus on expatriate tax compliance in 2025. In this episode Delano Abdoll, Legal Manager of Cross Border Taxation and Admitted Attorney, and Richan Schwellnus, Tax Attorney, Admitted Attorney and General Tax Practitioner unpack recent amendments to tax return filings, declaration obligations, and residency status reporting—affecting both SA expats and returning expats. Learn the differences between Financial Emigration and Double Taxation A...

Send us a text Are you a South African working abroad? You may still be taxed by SARS on your global income. In this all-new podcast episode, John-Paul Fraser (Team Lead: Cross-border Taxation) and Mornay Bornman (Admitted Attorney: Expat Tax Specialist) reveal how the Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) can be your saving grace. Whether you are a rotational worker in the Middle East or a remote earner with ties to South Africa, this episode will help you understand your legal option...

Send us a text In this SAfm interview, Tshepo Thebyane, Senior Tax Consultant at Tax Consulting South Africa, joins Jimmy Moyaha to unpack SARS’s latest digital innovation - the Express tab on eFiling - designed to simplify the tax return process for 2025. What You Will Learn: 00:00 – Introduction 00:06 – Tax season updates from SARS 00:26 – What is Express Access? 01:05 – How it improves the eFiling experience 01:57 – Why SARS is introducing this 02:42 – Is Express Access mandatory? ...

Send us a text Earning extra income in South Africa? You might be risking more than you think. Whether you are working a second job, earning freelance income, or picking up part-time work in retirement, SARS wants its share, and it has the tools to get it. In this CapeTalk interview, Nicolas Botha, Tax Compliance Manager at Tax Consulting South Africa, explains how to stay on the right side of the law when juggling multiple income streams. If your side hustle is serious, your ...

Send us a text In this interview with Radio 786, Jashwin Baijoo (Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement and Compliance) at Tax Consulting South Africa, unpacks SARS’ record R2.3 trillion revenue collection. Key topics include: How SARS' modernisation strategy, driven by AI and automation, has improved efficiency. The role of the Compliance Programme in identifying and acting on deliberate non-compliance. The VAT increase, and how SARS is protecting agai...

Are you a South African expat planning to access your retirement funds? Watch this @MoneywebHoldings interview before you make your next move. Retirement and Pension Fund Specialist Shuanita de Wet from Tax Consulting SA explains the game-changing SARS directive that came into effect on 11 April 2025. With "emigration withdrawal" now phased out, expats must comply with the new “cessation of residency” process—or risk delays, rejections, and tax exposure. Topics Cover...

In this interview with Radio 786, Jashwin Baijoo (Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement and Compliance) at Tax Consulting South Africa, unpacks SARS’ record R2.3 trillion revenue collection. Key topics include: - How SARS' modernisation strategy, driven by AI and automation, has improved efficiency. - The role of the Compliance Programme in identifying and acting on deliberate non-compliance. - The VAT increase, and how SARS is protecting against revenu...

South African exchange control regulations have become stricter, especially for high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and expats moving large sums abroad. In this episode, Richan Schwellnus (Tax Attorney and General Tax Practitioner) and Michelle Phillips (Tax Attorney) provide clear guidance on how to approach international transfers in line with SARS and Reserve Bank requirements. Topics: 00:00 – Why exchange control compliance matters now more than ever 03:07 – ...

Thinking about moving back to South Africa after working abroad? SARS may be waiting to assess your tax affairs - and the consequences of non-compliance can be severe. In our latest podcast, Richan Schwellnus (Tax Attorney) and Nicolas Botha (Tax Team Compliance & Processing Manager) discuss: 00:28 - Why SARS is increasing scrutiny on expats returning home 06:06 - The "golden ticket" every expat should secure before repatriating 07:01 - How a simple bank transaction could trigger ...

Bracket Creep Explained: Does Your Salary Increase Costing You? Are you really earning more after a salary increase, or is Bracket Creep reducing your take-home pay? Tanya Tosen, Master Mobility, Tax, and Remuneration Specialist, joins PowerFM to break down this hidden tax challenge. Key discussion points: 2:02 – 03:03 What is Bracket Creep? 03:04 – 04:46 Direct implications and consequences of Bracket Creep 04:47 – 06:35 How salary increases can leave taxpaye...

Are you really benefiting from your salary increase? Tanya Tosen, Master Mobility, Tax, and Remuneration Specialist, explains how unadjusted tax brackets and inflation can erode your earnings - and what you can do about it. During this interview, Tanya covers: 00:58 – 01:53 Why a salary increase does not always mean more money 01:54 – 04:03 How inflation and tax brackets impact earnings 04:04 – 04:52 The importance of structuring salary packages correctly 04:53 ...

Many professionals are receiving increases—yet seeing less in their bank accounts. In this important @KayaON959 interview, Tanya Tosen (Master Mobility, Tax & Remuneration Specialist) offers critical analysis on how bracket creep and stagnant tax thresholds are undermining income growth for employees and complicating remuneration strategies for employers. Key topics: 00:30 – Bracket creep explained: what it means and why it matters 02:26 – Why salary increa...