Helping small businesses handle their finances cost effectively and securely
Entrepreneurs have a vital role to play in South Africa’s economic growth and development, and our economy has become increasingly dependent on these entrepreneurs and small businesses. Read more
Taxpayers may be at risk with new ‘pay now, argue later’ rule
Taxpayers should brace themselves for the “pay now, argue later” rule which is now triggered whenever the South African Revenue Service (SARS) issues a tax assessment. In terms of the rule, which came into effect on 1 February, SARS is empowered to collect monies from a taxpayer within the set timeframe even if the latter objects to the assessment amount. The rule affects all categories of corporate and individual taxpayers. Read more
Over-indebted employees are unproductive employees
Consumer debt is a major source of stress in the workplace and stressed workers are often unproductive workers according to Gerhard Stoltz, attorney and registered debt counsellor. Read more
DTI Gazette calls for auditors involvement in BBBEE verification
The Department of Trade and Industry has now gazetted for comment their plan to open BEE verification to the auditing profession. This move comes after serious conflict and controversy in the industry; with the currently accredited BEE verification agencies offering little consistency. Read more
It’s just not fair!
Keeping everyone happy and motivated like busy bees is a lot more difficult in the workplace than it is in the beehive or in the military. Why? Read more
Cloud Computing – Is SA in danger of being left behind?
Cloud computing is a rapidly growing software service trend globally, however South Africa is in danger of being left behind. Read more
