Business News
What to Watch in South Africa’s October 2026 MTBPS
South Africa’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) is due in October, providing an important update on government’s fiscal position and […]
Top AI Tools to Improve Productivity for South African SMEs
For small and medium-sized businesses, artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming a practical way to save time on everyday work. From […]
The Exit You Might Not Have Considered: Selling Your Company to Your Employees
For South African business owners, selling to your employees can offer something a traditional buyer often cannot: a lasting legacy. […]
Win the War for Talent Without Paying Enterprise-Level Salaries
Small businesses can't match the paychecks that big corporations dangle in front of job candidates, but they don't always have […]
Operation Vulindlela reports progress across seven key reform areas
Operation Vulindlela’s latest Phase II progress report points to tangible gains across South Africa’s major structural reform priorities, from electricity […]
South Africa takes a step towards mandatory sustainability reporting
South Africa has taken an important step towards formalising sustainability-related corporate reporting, with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) […]
Some Companies are Going Back on Automation. Should you?
Automation once promised a cleaner, leaner future with lower costs, faster service and fewer repetitive tasks. Yet some businesses are […]
National Wills Month: Do You Have a Business Will?
Most business owners think their personal will has the business covered too, but that's usually not the case. The term […]
Updates on CIPC company governance and ownership oversight
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission has issued new guidance on remuneration governance and beneficial-ownership compliance. New remuneration requirements under […]
Revenue growth and reform financing strengthen government’s fiscal position
South Africa recorded stronger national government revenue during the first three months of the 2026/27 financial year, while new multilateral […]
CIPC, SARS, UIF, COIDA … Our Expertise Makes Compliance Easier
Running a business in South Africa is a challenge. Quite apart from the political and economic conditions, every business must […]
The Subscription Trap: SMEs are Losing Thousands to “SaaS Creep”
As cloud-based software delivery has lowered the barrier to adoption, many companies are starting to lose track of the number […]
Everyone Makes Them: Here’s How to Recover from a Bad Business Decision
Every business leader, from the corner office to the corner store, has a story they wish they could rewrite. A […]
Cross-Border Payments: A New Compliance Frontier for Digital Business
The South African Reserve Bank has signalled closer scrutiny of cross-border payment facilitators, reflecting the rapid growth of digital commerce […]
CIPC Moves to Mandatory Case Management
CIPC has moved further away from email-based submissions, making its Case Management System the mandatory channel for several important processes. […]
SARS Customs Goes Digital: What Importers and Travellers Need to Know
SARS is increasingly extending its digital compliance approach beyond income tax and into customs, travel and cross-border trade. Recent changes […]
5 Things Big Companies Do That Small Businesses Shouldn’t Copy
Big businesses have big budgets, big teams, and big safety nets. Small businesses have none of these things … And […]
Mandela Day: Why Younger Consumers Support Purpose-Driven Businesses
Millennials and Gen Z – two generations raised on social media, shaped by climate anxiety, and equipped with instant access […]
Directors Face New Duties as AI Governance Takes Centre Stage Under King V
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence is redefining corporate governance in South Africa, with the newly introduced King V Code […]
Moody’s Positive Outlook Reflects Early Signs of Fiscal Repair
Moody’s decision to change South Africa’s outlook from stable to positive marks an important shift in how the country’s credit […]
SARB Monetary Policy Committee Statement Signals Caution
The South African Reserve Bank’s May Monetary Policy Committee statement points to a more difficult economic environment than seemed likely […]
SARS Tightens the Net: What 2026 Means for Taxpayers and Businesses
South Africa’s tax landscape is undergoing a significant shift as the South African Revenue Service (SARS) accelerates its move toward […]
The Small Business Trends You Should Be Paying Attention To
While everyone’s talking about AI, trends are emerging that show the most successful small businesses have returned to the fundamentals: […]
Business Budgeting Strategies for Navigating Volatile Markets
Particularly in volatile economic times like these, effective budgeting is a critical driver of business success. This is because a […]
Top Tips for Handling Your Employee’s Personal Crisis
Personal crises, such as bereavement, divorce, illness, and mental health challenges, are a reality of life, and how you respond […]
Selling Your Business to Retire? Get This Tax Relief!
If you’re a small business owner aged 55 or older, the 2026 Budget contained some very good news. Not only […]
The 40% Rule: Do You Have Too Many Eggs in One Basket?
Client concentration risk can sink a healthy business faster than falling sales. When one customer accounts for too much revenue, […]
“Invisible Work”: 3 Labour-Intensive Things Customers Will Never Pay For
Many small business owners fall into the “do it all” trap. You start with passion, but soon find yourself buried […]
CIPC Steps Up Enforcement: Non-Compliance Now Comes with Public Exposure
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is strengthening its approach to statutory compliance, elevating what was often treated as […]
Operation Vulindlela Q4 2025/26: Progress on Structural Reform Continues
The latest Operation Vulindlela progress report highlights continued momentum in South Africa’s structural reform agenda, with a focus on addressing […]
SARB Monetary Policy Review: Inflation Risks Rise Amid Global Uncertainty
The latest Monetary Policy Review from the South African Reserve Bank highlights a more uncertain economic environment, with inflation risks […]
Why Boards Need a Combined Governance and ESG Framework
Boards are operating under increased scrutiny, with stronger regulatory enforcement, rising stakeholder expectations, and greater personal accountability for directors. In […]
How to Create a Team Building Experience That Really Works
While on the surface they are just a spot of fun, team building exercises are actually a strategic investment in […]
When Growth Is a Tax Problem
Growth feels like progress. Sales increase, staff numbers rise, and profit improves. Yet each of these shifts changes your tax […]
King V: Key Implications for Company Directors
A New Chapter in South African Corporate Governance South Africa’s corporate governance framework has entered a new phase with the […]
What COP30 Means for South African Companies and SMEs
The latest global climate summit, COP30, confirmed a shift that South African businesses are already experiencing: climate change is no […]
CIPC Steps Up Compliance Checklist Enforcement
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has intensified its enforcement of statutory compliance through a renewed focus on the […]
2026 Budget Speech: Managing Public Sector Institutions
South Africa’s 2026 Budget highlights the importance of restoring the financial and operational health of public sector institutions, particularly state-owned […]
2026 Budget Speech: Economic Outlook
South Africa’s 2026 Budget outlines a modest but improving economic outlook, reflecting gradual recovery alongside persistent structural challenges in the […]
2026 Budget Speech: Fiscal Policy
South Africa’s 2026 Budget highlights government’s spending priorities over the medium term, emphasising the need to balance fiscal sustainability with […]
Why Your Cash Flow Problems May Be Down to Your Behaviour
For many small business owners, cash flow problems feel like a financial puzzle that’s impossible to figure out. It’s a […]
Budget 2026: What it Means for You and Your Business
Taxpayers will enjoy long-awaited tax relief with much good news contained in the 2026 Budget. It scrapped the previously announced […]
So, You Want to Diversify? You Might Be Making a Mistake
Diversification is treated as a business virtue so unquestioned it borders on dogma. Expand the product line. Enter new markets. […]
Why Doing Nothing May Be the Best Thing You Can Do
Business culture is obsessed with speed. In a world where motion, and constant optimisation is the dream, doing nothing can […]
Our Top Tips for Communicating Price Changes
Price changes are part of running a business at this time of the year, and generally one of the first […]
Outlook 2026: Moving Forward with Confident Resilience
CEOs, globally and in Africa, are optimistic about the 2026 outlook for their organisations. In fact, most are purposefully investing […]
Harnessing the New Year’s “Fresh Start Effect” for a Great 2026
Harnessing the New Year’s “fresh start effect” can have a significant impact on your team’s motivation as they get back […]
The 5 Questions You Must Ask Before Making Your Business Resolutions
The start of a new year brings a powerful urge to chase the future. We get excited about new projects, […]
Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) updates
Compliance Crackdown Intensifies Following South Africa’s removal from the FATF greylist in October 2025, CIPC has doubled down on beneficial […]
COP30: Key Outcomes from the Amazon Summit
The 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30), held in Belém, Brazil, was billed as the “Implementation COP,” aiming to turn […]
Moving from Freelancer to Employer: The Complete Guide
Whatever your line of work, moving from solo-business or freelancer to taking on staff is a big choice usually prompted […]
R&R for Better Business Performance? Here’s how…
Finding time to relax is difficult in today’s fast-paced business world. Taking leave over the holidays may seem like a […]
How Your Payment Terms Could be Damaging Your Business
Extending payment terms to 30, 60 or 90 days may feel like a smart business decision – but beneath the […]
Time Is Money: 8 Timesaving Tips Every Business Leader Should Utilise
Leading a business is time-consuming. There are myriad distractions vying to take your attention away from your core role of […]
Your Year-End Business Checklist: 10 Essential Tasks
The end of the year is the perfect time to wrap up loose ends, assess your business's performance, and prepare […]
South Africa’s Medium-Term Budget Tabled for 12 November: What to Expect
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver South Africa’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on 12 November, outlining the government’s fiscal […]
King V: A New Era for Corporate Governance in South Africa
The forthcoming King V Code of Corporate Governance marks a major milestone in South Africa’s governance landscape. Developed under the […]
VAT Modernisation SA: Guiding Businesses Through South Africa’s Real-Time VAT Transition
South Africa is on the path to a real-time VAT reporting system, with full implementation expected by 2028. This will […]
Static VAT Threshold is Placing Administrative Strain on Small Businesses
South Africa’s VAT registration threshold has remained unchanged at R1 million in annual turnover since 2009. In the intervening years, […]
Management Accounts: A Strategic Tool for Business Success
Up-to-date management accounts can track performance, reveal trends and highlight opportunities, ultimately enabling better decisions and stronger growth. Read on […]
Adapt or Suffer: How to Keep Your Business Afloat in a Changing Climate
Climate change is real, and failing to prepare is guaranteed to have devastating consequences. According to the World Economic Forum, […]
Salary Sacrifice: Why Founders Should Always Pay Themselves
Many founders believe that sacrificing their own salary is a noble way to keep the lights on. In the early […]
The Emotion-Based Money Decisions That Could Be Costing Your Business
Many entrepreneurs assume business finance is all about pure logic. But behavioural research tells us a completely different story. Entrepreneurs […]
What’s the Difference Between a Bookkeeper and an Accountant?
If you want to scale your business, you need to know the numbers. But many entrepreneurs still treat financial roles […]
IRR Warns Parliament Against SARB Amendment Bill
The Institute of Race Relations (IRR) has called on Parliament to reject the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Amendment Bill, […]
CIPC Automates Reinstatement Applications for Companies and Close Corporations
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has launched a fully digital process for reinstatement applications for companies and close […]
Company Directors Take Note: Complying with Your Duties is a Big Deal
Directors who are not compliant with their legislated duties (which were amended again recently) face serious consequences, including civil liability […]
6 Ways to Maximise Your Revenue Through Smarter Networking
Networking isn't just about showing up, shaking hands and trading a few business cards. If it’s done well, it's a […]
Doing business in South Africa: An overview
The following are some of the key factors shaping South Africa’s current economic climate: Government of National Unity ("GNU") After […]
AI Revolutionizes Operations in SMEs: A Game-Changer for Growth and Efficiency
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline […]
South Africa Secures US$1.5 Billion World Bank Loan to Modernize Infrastructure
The Government of South Africa has signed a US$1.5 billion Development Policy Loan Agreement with the World Bank to support […]
Business Hack: How to Better Define Your Target Market
Failing to understand your ideal customer, wastes time, energy and resources. According to a report by CB Insights, 42% of […]
Don’t Let Your Best Ideas Go: Why You Must Protect Your Intellectual Capital
While most businesses focus on funding or tangible assets, true value often lies in intellectual capital. A company’s people, ideas, […]
New Fuel Levy Implementation Sparks Nationwide Debate
The recent implementation of a new fuel levy has sparked widespread discussion across the country. Designed to address pressing economic […]
Budget 3.0: VAT Increase Out, Fuel Levy Hikes In
Last month’s Budget 3.0 withdrew the contentious proposed VAT changes. This resulted in inflation-linked fuel levy increases of 16c for […]
How to Untangle Your Personal and Business Finances
In the life cycle of every small business or start-up, one early trap catches many founders off guard: failing to […]
Youth Day: How Businesses Can Benefit from the ETI
Youth Day on 16 June is a great time to consider the advantages of employing young people in your business […]
5 Tips for Helping Your Employees Through a Crisis
As a business owner, at some stage you will inevitably be asked to help an employee through a crisis in […]
The Latest Companies Act Amendments Pertaining to Directors in South Africa
Key Changes and Implications Recent amendments to South Africa's Companies Act have introduced significant changes impacting directors, focusing on accountability, […]
Challenging the Employment Equity Amendments: The DA’s Stance
A Brief Overview of the Democratic Alliance's Perspective South Africa’s Employment Equity Amendments have sparked intense debate, aiming to address […]
2025 Budget Review: Key Updates
The Minister of Finance, Mr. Enoch Godongwana, has announced that the 2025 Budget Review will be re-tabled on Wednesday, 21 […]
Zen and the Art of Fostering Job Stability in an Uncertain World
Today’s work environment is fast-paced, unpredictable and ever-changing. Between the gig economy, retrenchments and the transformations brought about by AI […]
This Workers’ Day, Look After Your Business’ Greatest Asset
Workers’ Day acknowledges the contributions of workers and recognises the importance of upholding their rights. But celebrating workers is not […]
The 5 Cognitive Biases That Could Sink Your Business
Running a business requires leaders to make hundreds of decisions each year. Some of these are small and inconsequential. But […]
SMEs Embrace AI to Boost Efficiency and Competitiveness
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their operations, improve customer experiences, and […]
The use of AI in SMEs
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operate, offering numerous opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve […]
5 Tips for Using Reviews to Boost Your Business
In the history of business, little has been as effective in making or breaking sales as customer reviews. With Google […]
Budget 2025: How It Affects You and Your Business
The proposed VAT increase of 0.5% in 2025 and another 0.5% in 2026 is the big news from Budget Speech […]
Understanding the South African Budget Process: From Proposal to Parliamentary Ratification
The South African budget process is a meticulous and continuous cycle that ensures government spending aligns with the country's policy […]
South Africa Increases Carbon Tax to Combat Climate Change
In a significant move to bolster its climate change mitigation efforts, South Africa has announced an increase in its carbon […]
South Africa to Increase VAT Rate in 2025
In a significant move to boost revenue, the South African government has announced a two-phase increase in the Value Added […]
Review of the 2025 Budget Speech
The 2025 Budget Speech addressed the economic stagnation of the past decade, with GDP growth averaging less than 2%. In […]
5 Things to Consider When Buying vs Leasing Equipment
As a business owner or financial manager one of the most important decisions you will make is whether to buy […]
How to Save Big on Corporate Travel in 2025
Online meeting apps have absolutely boomed over the past few years. But in a post-COVID world, business travel is still […]
6 Signs it Might be Time to Pivot
The biggest benefit of small businesses is their adaptability. It’s much easier for a small business to pivot and change […]
Introducing the 2025 ‘Nexia in Africa’ Brochure
Nexia SAB&T is proud to introduce the 2025 edition of the ‘Nexia in Africa’ brochure, which provides an in-depth look […]
The Enormous Benefits of Non-Profit Collaborations
A new year is often a time to rethink your strategy. One option you may not yet have considered is […]
What Your Balance Sheet Says About Your Business
A balance sheet is a vital financial report for a business, providing a snapshot of the company’s financial health by […]
Building a Business: Should You Bring in Funders or Go it Alone?
Building a small business on your own can be hard. It’s difficult to know just where each hour of work […]
CIPC Initiates Deregistration of Non-Compliant Companies
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has announced a significant wave of deregistrations due to continued non-compliance with the […]
