SARS (South African Revenue Services) has released a communique outlining their measures to protect their staff, businesses and the citizens of the Republic of South Africa. These measures are detailed in the attached document and is also available on the SARS website at https://www.sars.gov.za/Media/Pages/CoronaVirus.aspx SARS Letter To Taxpayers If you don’t see the document below, please try reloading the…
We had had reports from some of our members that the electronic system for the carbon tax was not yet up and running and there was no choice but to go into a branch. Also, that some branches were not yet ready to deal with carbon tax registrations. Please keep us advised so that we can engage with SARS on…
TRAVEL ADVISORY IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa is issuing this Travel Advisory in light of the announcement on 16 March 2020 by the Government declaring a State of National Disaster. The State of National Disaster entails that restrictions on entry, movement…
Minister Thulas Nxesi on impact of Covid-19 Coronavirus at National Economic Development and Labour Council Executive Committee meeting 17 Mar 2020 Companies facing distress due to the pandemic to be assisted – Employment and Labour As measures are put in place to contain the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic and its impact, Employment and Labour…
17 March 2020 Media Statement South African Reserve Bank warns the public that it is NOT withdrawing banknotes and coin because of COVID-19 The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has been made aware of fake news that involve a scam claiming that it is “recalling” money from the public. It is believed that criminal elements…
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Since declaring the coronavirus a national disaster in South Africa, the messaging from government and leaders at large has been to encourage social distancing. As part of the move to curb the spread of the virus, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that gatherings of over 100 people in the country would be banned, causing some mild…
Below is Government Gazette No. 43096, dated 15th March 2020, which covers the Declaration of a National State of Disaster. If you do not see the document below, please try reloading the page [F5]
An announcement was made on the 15 March 2020 by President Cyril Ramaphosa that South Africa is now declared a State of Disaster regarding the Covid-19 pandemic. There is a mass of material on the internet explaining precautionary measures to protect yourself against the virus, travelling tips etc. The two we have found most valuable…
PRESS STATEMENT OUTCOME OF NEDLAC SPECIAL EXCO ON THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC We are committed together to save lives and save the economy was the message from a special Executive Council meeting of National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) convened to discuss a common programme to slow down the spread of the Covid-19 virus. Over…
Date: 16 March 2020 OFFICIAL RAND SHOW STATEMENT: As one of this country’s longest running events, we’ve been through a lot, standing side by side with our fellow South Africans. We are an integral part of the community and it’s spirit. After listening to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address yesterday and in the best interests of our…
On Sunday 15th March, State President Cyril Ramaphosa declared a national state of disaster to enable the government to introduce measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 within South Africa. Read the full statement below:If you don’t see the document below, please try refreshing the page [F5]
Many of our members travel out of the country (South Africa), as well as receive people into South Africa from other countries, not only from Africa, but also abroad. The National Department of Health has issued a travel advisory (attached) for all travelers. Please familiarize yourself with this important information on how to take the…
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