For South African taxpayers who’ve overlooked declaring crypto income or gains in past years, time is running out. SARS’s upcoming Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and revised Common Reporting Standard (CRS) will automatically furnish details of your crypto...

SARS audits can be time-consuming and stressful, but many triggers are entirely within your control. Understanding what attracts SARS’s attention, and taking proactive steps, can significantly reduce your risk. Here are the top five audit triggers for...

As the global push for tax transparency accelerates, SARS has released draft regulations for the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and updates to the Common Reporting Standard (CRS). Effective 1 March 2026, these rules will substantially broaden reporting...

A South African family trust has recently raised important tax issues involving income and capital distributions, trustee withdrawals, and a trustee, beneficiary exit. Here’s what trustees and beneficiaries need to know: Interest Income Trusts earning investment interest...