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TREVOR MANUEL ON THE STATE OF EDUCATION IN SOUTH AFRICA
What's going right in Mauritius?
There is something about island life that re-wires the brain in all the right ways. With Mauritius it’s even more so; with the laid back friendly vibe and the relaxed pace comes jaw dropping beauty around every corner and coastal cove. Little wonder it attracts more than 1.3 million tourists a year – more than its own population.
Nolands Capital welcomes new Chairman Ivan Clark
Three months after launching their key executive structure to the market, Nolands Capital have announced as non-executive Chairman one of South Africa’s most successful and revered businessmen, Ivan Clark.
Companies Amendment Bill
In 2018 the Department of Trade and Industry published a Companies Amendment Bill for public comment. There are a number of proposed amendments that affect small and medium enterprises (SME’s) and we will briefly outline a few of the potential implications below:
Tax Season 2019
This year taxpayers who meet ALL the following criteria need NOT submit a tax return:
South Africa's gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate decreased by 3,2% in the first quarter of 2019
Our economy continues to stagnate, and one can only hope that President Ramaphosa’s “new dawn” bears fruit sooner rather than later. Below are some key findings as released by Stats SA.
Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG 13)
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impact.
"Why can't I sell my business?"
Studies both locally and internationally are consistent in the finding that only around 20% of businesses that go to market end up successfully getting sold.
South Africa's "unseen economy" is growing fast.
Navigating change
There is one truth about change: It’s going to happen. Technology, consumer demand, globalization, competition, and the economy—all of these factors contribute to the need for every business to move with the times in order to survive. Companies that want to grow, have to change to remain viable and continue growing. That’s the very nature of growth—it brings about and demands change.
The Ramaphosa Effect
The outcome of the national elections is a clear indication that, while the ANC lost regional support, many voted in effect for Ramaphosa nationally. This gives the President the mandate he requires to put his reformist policies in place.
Global Environmental Health
Recently released, the United Nations’ global assessment of environmental health is grim: biodiversity declining at an unprecedented rate, one million species at risk of extinction, human populations in jeopardy if the trajectory is not reversed.
Carbon Tax – How does it affect your business?
With the imminent introduction of Carbon Tax, it is important to know how this will affect your business. While your business may not be directly affected by the tax, your suppliers may well have to pass on additional costs incurred as a result of it. So, let’s explore who and what will be subject to the tax.
Nolands Capital - A new young team opens for business
On the 26th of March, Nolands Capital announced its structure and key executive appointments.
Update on Implementation of Carbon Tax
The carbon tax will be implemented on 1 June 2019. It gives effect to the polluter-pays principle, prices greenhouse gas emissions and aims to ensure that businesses and households take these costs into account in their production, consumption and investment decisions. The tax will assist in reducing emissions and ensuring South Africa meets its commitments under the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. It will be reviewed after three years.
Employment Tax Incentive
The employment tax incentive was introduced on 1 January 2014 to share the cost of hiring young, inexperienced workers between employers and government. The incentive was reviewed and extended in 2016 and 2018. The most recent review found that the incentive’s positive benefits are more pronounced in small firms.
SARS Clean Up On The Cards
There has been a lot of banter about Tom Moyane’s time at SARS. The recent SARS commission has highlighted several issues and, in the recent budget, a number of commitments were made in this regard. We summarise these for you below
It's always a good time to check your cover.
The tragic events in Paris recently have been a stark reminder that fire is and always has been the most likely threat to one’s property. Fire is devastating and just about always an entirely unexpected shock. In nature it could be a lightning strike; in your home it could be as little as an exposed electrical wire that starts a catastrophic chain of events.
SARS Browser Compatibility Guidelines
A number of clients often have difficulty accessing SARS documents on the eFiling system. This is mainly due to incompatible browsers. The SARS eFiling website is optimally viewed in Internet Explorer (IE) versions 8+ browsers.
Appointment of New Commissioner for SARS, Mr Edward Kieswetter
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Mr Edward Kieswetter as the Commissioner for South African Revenue Service (SARS) with effect from 1 May 2019 for a term of five years.
How Do Tourists Spend Their Money?
Tourism is often promoted as one of the key sectors that will drive growth in South Africa. We take a look at an extract from a Stats SA article to get an idea of what tourists spend their money on:
Business Brexit Checklist – Adapted from the UK Chambers of Commerce
The UK’s impending departure from the European Union will bring change for businesses of every size and sector. The UK is one of South Africa’s largest trading partners. While some companies are already planning for the challenges and opportunities ahead, all firms – not just those directly and immediately affected – should be undertaking a Brexit 'health check', and a broader test of existing business plans.
Corporate Governance and The Prescribed Officer
Corporate governance is under scrutiny like never before in South Africa. While most people believe that it is only appointed directors of a company who can be held personally liable, the Companies Act provides for a wider definition and includes Prescribed Officers.
IT – what the shareholder needs to know
“Every success story is a tale of constant adaption, revision and change” a quote by Richard Branson. The technology world is changing at a rapid speed and the size of the organisation will not necessarily determine the success of the organisation but the speed at which it changes.