ICASA Inquiry: New Individual Network Service Licenses

Posted 25 November 2025

ICASA has commenced an inquiry into the merits of issuing new individual electronic communications network service (I-ECNS) licenses, with a revised commentary deadline of 16 February 2026.

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National Treasury Issues New PPP Guidelines for FCCL and Unsolicited Proposals

Posted 25 November 2025

National Treasury has issued comprehensive guidelines for Fiscal Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (FCCL) and Unsolicited Bid Proposals (USP) to strengthen the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) regulatory framework.

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Legal Practice Council: Proposed and Finalised Rule Changes

Posted 24 November 2025

The Legal Practice Council has called for comments on three proposed rule amendments and finalised a fourth regarding enrollment conversion.

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IPID: Draft Regulations Gazetted for Comment

Posted 24 November 2025

The Department of Police has invited public comment on draft regulations under the Independent Police Investigative Directorate Act, No. 1 of 2011, to align with recent legislative amendments.

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GBVF Declared a National Disaster under Disaster Management Act

Posted 24 November 2025

The Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs has gazetted a notice declaring gender-based violence and femicide a national disaster under the Disaster Management Act, No. 57 of 2002.

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DoEL Notice: Compliance with Electrical Installation Regulations and CoCs

Posted 21 November 2025

The Department of Employment and Labour has issued a notice reminding property owners and electrical contractors of their statutory obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act regarding Certificates of Compliance.

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Plant Improvement Act, 2018: Commencement Date Announced

Posted 21 November 2025

The Presidency has announced that the Plant Improvement Act, No. 11 of 2018, will come into operation on 1 December 2025, repealing the 1976 Act and introducing a modernised regulatory framework for plant quality and variety control.

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COIDA: Compensation Fund Issues Fraud Alert on Service Offerings

Posted 21 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a formal alert regarding fraudulent entities posing as official representatives to offer services under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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Liquor Products Act: Proposed Regulatory Amendments

Posted 20 November 2025

The Department of Agriculture has invited public comment on proposed amendments to regulations under the Liquor Products Act, No. 60 of 1989, concerning the wine of origin scheme and production standards.

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Decriminalisation and Regulation of Sex Work Bill: Consultation Update

Posted 20 November 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is progressing with the Decriminalisation and Regulation of Sex Work Bill, which seeks to repeal specific provisions of the Sexual Offences Act, 1957 and the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007.

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National Treasury Calls for 2026/27 Technical Tax Proposals

Posted 20 November 2025

National Treasury has invited stakeholders to submit technical tax proposals for consideration in the 2026/27 Budget Review, specifically for inclusion in Annexure C.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued an urgent alert to employers regarding fraudulent activities and scams involving the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [806cea]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued an urgent warning to employers regarding fraudulent schemes involving the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [906eab]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has alerted employers to fraudulent schemes targeting the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [25c438]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a warning to employers regarding fraudulent activities and scams related to the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [7cf448]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a warning regarding fraudulent activities and scams involving the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, No. 130 of 1993.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [c2ce7c]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued an urgent warning to employers regarding fraudulent schemes targeting the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Warning Issued Over Fraudulent Letters of Good Standing

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent activities and unauthorized agents soliciting fees for Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [f41d5d]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a warning regarding fraudulent schemes targeting the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [c500ad]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a warning to employers regarding fraudulent Letters of Good Standing issued outside official Department of Employment and Labour channels.

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COIDA: Compensation Fund Warns of Letter of Good Standing Scams

Posted 19 November 2025

The Department of Employment and Labour has warned of fraudulent emails targeting employers regarding their compliance status under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, No. 130 of 1993.

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SARB Issues Draft NPS Directive and Exemption Notice under Banks Act

Posted 19 November 2025

The South African Reserve Bank has released a draft directive and exemption notice under the Banks Act, No. 94 of 1990, targeting national payment system activities and closed-loop payment systems.

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Military Courts: Defence and Military Discipline Amendment Bills Tabled

Posted 18 November 2025

Two amendment bills seeking to ensure the independence of military courts have been tabled in Parliament following a 2024 Constitutional Court ruling.

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Information Regulator: SARS Ordered to Release Tax Records under PAIA

Posted 18 November 2025

The Information Regulator has directed SARS to disclose former President Jacob Zuma’s tax records, citing the public interest override provision in the Promotion of Access to Information Act.

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National Assembly Committee Invites Submissions on 2025 Tax Bills

Posted 17 November 2025

The Standing Committee on Finance has called for public comment on the 2025/26 Taxation Laws Amendment Bill and the Tax Administration Laws Amendment Bill ahead of parliamentary hearings.

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