CIPC Notice on Deregistered Entities Continuing to Trade

Posted 01 September 2025

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has issued a notice addressing the legal status and liabilities of entities that continue to operate despite being deregistered for failing to file annual returns.

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CIPC Automates Re-instatement of Deregistered Companies (Form CoR40.5)

Posted 14 August 2025

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has announced the full automation of the Application for Re-instatement of Deregistered Company (Form CoR40.5), effective 11 August 2025.

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CIPC to Freeze Director Amendments Amidst Company Disputes

Posted 30 July 2025

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has issued a practice note outlining its position on staying director amendment filings where internal company disputes result in conflicting submissions.

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SAIT Members Accredited as Accounting Officers for Close Corporations

Posted 30 June 2025

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has gazetted the accreditation of South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT) members to serve as accounting officers for Close Corporations.

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CIPC Releases Draft Data Models for IFRS 2025 Taxonomy Update

Posted 18 June 2025

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has published draft data models aligned with the IFRS 2025 Taxonomy and a proposed sustainability extension for public review.

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CIPC Updates B-BBEE Registration Platform for EMEs

Posted 18 June 2025

The CIPC has introduced technical enhancements to its B-BBEE registration platform, incorporating Sector Charter Councils, SIC codes, and specific distinctions for non-South African Black ownership.

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CIPC Issues Guideline on Director Liability and Duties

Posted 21 May 2025

The CIPC has issued Guideline 1 of 2025 under the Companies Regulations 2011, outlining the civil and criminal liabilities directors face for non-compliance with the Companies Act, No. 71 of 2008.

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