DTIC Publishes Revised Industrial Development Strategy

Posted 08 June 2026

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has published its revised industrial development strategy to address infrastructure backlogs and boost investment.

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IEC Warns Against Unlawful Use of Intellectual Property in Election Campaigns

Posted 08 June 2026

The Electoral Commission has warned political parties and candidates that using its name, logo, or branding in campaign materials contravenes the Electoral Commission Act, No. 51 of 1996.

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FIC Issues Reminder for 2026 Risk and Compliance Return Submissions

Posted 08 June 2026

The Financial Intelligence Centre has reminded designated accountable institutions to submit their 2026 Risk and Compliance Return (RCR) under Directive 11 of 2026 by the upcoming deadlines in June and July 2026.

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Government to Tighten Immigration Act Enforcement and Introduce Sector Quotas

Posted 07 June 2026

The South African government is set to intensify workplace inspections and introduce sector-specific employment quotas under the Employment Services Amendment Bill.

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Cabinet Adopts Comprehensive Migration Management Approach

Posted 07 June 2026

Cabinet has adopted the Comprehensive Approach for Migration Management, introducing stricter enforcement of immigration and labour laws, dedicated immigration courts, and upcoming transport regulations to curb Traffic Registration Number abuse.

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Draft Policy on Township and Rural Economies Gazetted

Posted 05 June 2026

The Department of Small Business Development has published a draft policy aimed at developing and revitalising township and rural economies, with public comments open until 17 July 2026.

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Financial Intelligence Centre Act: Further Sections to Commence in July 2026

Posted 05 June 2026

A presidential proclamation has set 1 July 2026 as the commencement date for four remaining sections of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act, No. 38 of 2001.

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Cabinet Approves Withdrawal of Draft National AI Policy

Posted 05 June 2026

Cabinet has approved the withdrawal of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, which was published for public comment in March 2026, to allow for a comprehensive rework of the ethical standards.

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Cabinet Approves SANRAL Plan for E-Toll Closure and Debt Write-Off

Posted 05 June 2026

Cabinet has approved SANRAL's plan to shut down the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP) e-toll system, writing off outstanding debt and resolving historical litigation.

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IASB Proposes Consolidation Exception for Eligible SMEs

Posted 05 June 2026

The International Accounting Standards Board has published an Exposure Draft proposing amendments to the IFRS for SMEs Accounting Standard to introduce a consolidation exception for certain intermediate parent companies.

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Draft Rates and Monetary Amounts Bill: Treasury Invites Public Comment

Posted 04 June 2026

National Treasury has called for public comments on the draft Rates and Monetary Amounts and Amendment of Revenue Laws Bill, which was tabled alongside the 2026/27 Budget.

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Draft South African Police Service Amendment Bill Submitted to Parliament

Posted 04 June 2026

The draft South African Police Service Amendment Bill has been submitted to Parliament for information and planning purposes, signaling upcoming reforms in police governance, accountability, and disciplinary procedures.

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Indigenous Knowledge Act: Draft Regulations Out for Comment

Posted 04 June 2026

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation has gazetted draft regulations under the Protection, Promotion, Development and Management of Indigenous Knowledge Act, No. 6 of 2019, introducing biocultural community protocols.

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Parliament Demands Intergovernmental Action Plan on R110bn Municipal Eskom Debt

Posted 04 June 2026

Parliament's Portfolio Committees have supported an inter-ministerial plan to address the R110 billion municipal debt crisis owed to Eskom.

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Parliament Committee Calls for Prioritised Lifestyle Audits for SCM Officials

Posted 04 June 2026

Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration has called for the prioritisation of supply chain management officials in lifestyle audits under the Public Service Regulations, 2016.

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Draft VAT Amendments Issued for Valuable Metals Reverse Charge

Posted 03 June 2026

National Treasury has called for public comment on draft amendments to the regulations governing the domestic reverse charge for valuable metals under the Value-Added Tax Act.

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Government Welcomes Diesel Price Drop Amid Petrol Increases

Posted 03 June 2026

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has adjusted fuel prices under the Petroleum Products Act, effective 3 June 2026, bringing relief to diesel users but raising petrol costs.

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General Fuel Levy Relief Adjusted and June 2026 Fuel Prices Announced

Posted 03 June 2026

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has adjusted the general fuel levy relief and announced updated fuel prices effective from June 2026.

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dtic Gazettes Retrospective Competition Act Merger Thresholds and Filing Fees

Posted 03 June 2026

The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition has gazetted retrospective amendments to South Africa's merger thresholds and filing fees under the Competition Act.

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B-BBEE: Parliamentary Committee Briefed on ICT Sector Transformation and EEIP Dispute

Posted 02 June 2026

The National Assembly’s Communications & Digital Technologies Committee has been briefed on governance challenges within the ICT Sector Charter Council and the ongoing dispute over Equity Equivalent Investment Programmes.

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SIU Uncovers Maladministration in Free State Bursary Scheme

Posted 02 June 2026

An investigation by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) under Proclamation 123 of 2023 has uncovered R8.3 million in irregular bursary allocations within the Free State Office of the Premier.

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Employment Services Amendment Bill to Introduce R100,000 Fines for Non-Compliance

Posted 02 June 2026

The Department of Employment and Labour is fast-tracking the Employment Services Amendment Bill and the National Labour Migration Policy, introducing fines of up to R100,000 for employers hiring undocumented foreign nationals.

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Mastering Financial Statement Compilation: 2026 Regulatory Guide

Posted 02 June 2026

A summary of the critical regulatory updates, PI Score calculations, and legislative amendments affecting financial statement compilation in South Africa for 2026.

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CIPC Mandates Black and White Scanning for Document Submissions

Posted 02 June 2026

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has issued a directive requiring all scanned documents and email attachments submitted for processing to be in black and white and fully legible.

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CIPC Clarifies Grounds for BRP License Suspension and Revocation

Posted 02 June 2026

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has issued Practice Note 2 of 2026, detailing the regulatory grounds, consequences, and periods for the suspension and revocation of Business Rescue Practitioner (BRP) licenses.

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