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The Information Regulator has published draft regulations under the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013, concerning the processing of special personal information related to health and sex life.
The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has released educational material to assist entities in disclosing the anticipated financial effects of sustainability-related risks and opportunities under IFRS S1 and IFRS S2. National Treasury has introduced the Special Appropriation Bill [B22-2025] to address the funding shortfall in the health sector caused by the withdrawal of international donor support.
The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) has issued amendments to several standards to integrate the current operational value measurement basis, effective 1 January 2028. Parliament has issued a formal clarification regarding the adjusted timeline for the tabling and processing of the 2024 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS).
The Accounting Standards Board has issued Exposure Draft 214, proposing limited-scope amendments to the Standard of GRAP on Social Benefits. The South African Reserve Bank has released a draft strategy aimed at reducing the Corporation for Deposit Insurance’s reliance on loan funding through a phased increase in deposit insurance premiums.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has issued a new National Risk Assessment (NRA) Toolkit to assist jurisdictions in identifying and mitigating money laundering and terrorist financing risks. An ad hoc committee established by the National Assembly has called for written submissions regarding allegations of corruption and political interference within the South African criminal justice system.
The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has issued revised illustrative regulatory auditor’s reports in terms of the Banks Act, No. 94 of 1990, effective for periods ending on or after 15 June 2025. The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has approved the adoption and prescription of ISA 570 (Revised 2024) to enhance auditor responsibilities regarding an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern. The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has published the revised South African Auditing Practice Statement (SAAPS) 3, providing updated illustrative reports for auditors and independent reviewers. The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa is finalising amendments to the End-user and Subscriber Service Charter Regulations to standardise bundle roll-over and transfer protocols.
The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) has published its 2025 Handbook, introducing a dedicated volume for the new International Standard on Sustainability Assurance (ISSA) 5000.
The Department of Employment and Labour has opened the 2025 Employment Equity reporting cycle, requiring designated employers to align their submissions with new sector targets. The National Assembly’s Home Affairs Committee has requested a review of the One-Stop Border Post Bill’s provisions regarding the movement of money and goods within common control zones. The Office of the Chief State Law Adviser has flagged sub-clause 6(2)(a) of the Marriage Bill as potentially unconstitutional regarding consent requirements for royal polygamous marriages. The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) Select Committee on Security and Justice has invited public comments on the Immigration Amendment Bill [B8B-2024] following its passage by the National Assembly.
The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has issued new staff implementation guidance on using external experts and applying the International Ethics Standards for Sustainability Assurance (IESSA), effective December 2026.
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has announced that effective 11 August 2025, all voluntary deregistration notices will be dispatched exclusively via email.
The Information Regulator has issued a Fact Sheet clarifying the mandatory reporting requirements for security compromises under the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013. The Information Regulator has released a procedural guide for reporting security compromises under the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013. The Department of Small Business Development has published draft amendments to the criteria for classifying micro, small, and medium enterprises under the National Small Enterprise Act, No. 102 of 1996. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has indicated that the Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) Bill is nearing submission to Cabinet for approval, following significant delays since its initial draft in 2018.
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed the submission dates for the 2025/2026 interim Employer Reconciliation (EMP501) period, running from 22 September to 31 October 2025.The views expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Acts Online. Acts Online accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or fairness of the article, nor does the information contained herein constitute advice, legal or otherwise.
