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US Section 301 Forced Labour Tariff: SA Seeks Exemption

Posted 12 July 2026

The South African government has appealed to the United States Trade Representative for an exemption from a proposed 12.5% tariff under Section 301 of the US Trade Act, citing existing domestic enforcement mechanisms under the Customs and Excise Act and the International Trade Administration Act.

VAT Refund Fraud Leads to 25-Year Prison Sentence

Posted 12 July 2026

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has secured a 25-year prison sentence against a taxpayer convicted of R62 million in fraudulent VAT refund claims and money laundering.

Submissions Sought on Anti-Money Laundering Amendment Bill

Posted 10 July 2026

The Standing Committee on Finance has called for written submissions on the General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering & Combating Terrorism Financing) Amendment Bill of 2026.

Child Justice Act: New Directive on Age Assessment and Diversion Procedures

Posted 10 July 2026

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has issued a directive under the Child Justice Act, No. 75 of 2008, targeting age assessment and diversion procedures.