Military Veterans Act: Draft Burial Support Regulations Published

Posted 13 June 2025

The Department of Military Veterans has published draft regulations under the Military Veterans Act, No. 18 of 2011, detailing the formal procedures for burial support applications.

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Parliament Invites Submissions on Four Amendment Bills

Posted 12 June 2025

Parliament has called for public comment on four legislative proposals, including amendments to the Income Tax Act and the repeal of the Municipal Demarcation Act, with a submission deadline of 30 June 2025.

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Treasury and Presidency Outline Electricity Transmission Milestones

Posted 11 June 2025

National Treasury and the Presidency have issued statements detailing progress on South Africa’s independent electricity transmission programme and broader economic recovery initiatives.

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Judicial Matters Amendment Bill: Call for Submissions

Posted 10 June 2025

The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development has invited written submissions on the Judicial Matters Amendment Bill, with a deadline of 10 July 2025.

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IoDSA Guidelines: Audit Committee Obligations for Reportable Irregularities

Posted 10 June 2025

The Institute of Directors South Africa has released guidance on the role of audit committees concerning reportable irregularities under the Auditing Profession Act, No. 26 of 2005.

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SARS: 2025 Tax Season Filing Dates for Individuals

Posted 10 June 2025

SARS has announced the 2025 tax season filing dates, setting a deadline of 20 October 2025 for manual amendments to auto-assessments.

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IPSASB ED 93: Proposed Amendments to the Definition of Material

Posted 10 June 2025

The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) has released Exposure Draft (ED) 93, proposing amendments to the definition of material within IPSAS 1, IPSAS 3, and the Conceptual Framework.

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IRBA Proposes Revisions to Code of Professional Conduct

Posted 06 June 2025

The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has issued a notice calling for public comment on proposed revisions to the Code of Professional Conduct for Registered Auditors to align with international standards.

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Plant Breeders’ Rights Act, 2018: Commencement and Regulations

Posted 06 June 2025

The Plant Breeders’ Rights Act, No. 12 of 2018, has officially commenced, repealing the 1976 Act and introducing new regulations and fee structures.

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General (Family) Laws Amendment Bill: Explanatory Summary Gazetted

Posted 06 June 2025

The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has gazetted the explanatory summary of the General (Family) Laws Amendment Bill, 2025, which proposes amendments to the Divorce Act, No. 70 of 1979.

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Older Persons Amendment Act Gazetted

Posted 04 June 2025

The Older Persons Amendment Act has been gazetted following its signing into law, introducing new provisions for temporary safe care and institutional compliance.

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National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Act, 2024, Commences

Posted 04 June 2025

The National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Act, No. 13 of 2024, has officially come into force following a presidential proclamation, aligning South African nuclear safety standards with international best practices.

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IoD Guidelines for Audit Committee Review of Annual Financial Statements

Posted 04 June 2025

The Institute of Directors South Africa has released a position paper outlining seven critical items for audit committees to consider before recommending financial statements for board approval.

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COIDA: 2024 Return of Earnings Submission Deadline Extended to 31 July 2025

Posted 04 June 2025

The Department of Employment and Labour has extended the submission deadline for the 2024 Return of Earnings (ROE) to 31 July 2025, providing administrative relief for employers filing for the period ending 28 February 2025.

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Information Regulator: PAIA Section 83(4) Reporting Deadline

Posted 04 June 2025

The Information Regulator has issued a reminder to heads of public and private bodies regarding the mandatory submission of annual reports under the Promotion of Access to Information Act, No. 2 of 2000.

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IESBA Issues Report on Firm Culture and Governance

Posted 04 June 2025

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has released a synthesis of academic literature on organizational culture and behavior as part of its Firm Culture and Governance project.

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IRBA Issues Feedback on Sustainability Assurance Practice Statement Review

Posted 04 June 2025

The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has released a Feedback Statement following its post-implementation review of South African Assurance Engagements Practice Statement (SAAEPS) 1.

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Infrastructure Development: Draft Social Facilitation Framework Published

Posted 02 June 2025

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has released a draft integrated framework for social facilitation aimed at standardising community engagement to prevent project disruptions.

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Mineral Resources Development Amendment Bill: Draft Amendments and Erratum Notice

Posted 31 May 2025

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has gazetted draft amendments to the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, 2002, alongside a subsequent erratum notice correcting proposed changes to sections 11 and 17.

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Bills Currently Before Parliament: May 2025 Update

Posted 30 May 2025

Parliament is currently processing 36 Bills, including replacement legislation tabled alongside the revised 2025/26 Budget.

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Public Comment Opportunities: June 2025 Deadlines

Posted 30 May 2025

National government proposals and new legislation remain open for public comment during June 2025, offering stakeholders the opportunity to influence the regulatory landscape.

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Amendments to Magistrates’ Courts and High Court Rules Gazetted

Posted 30 May 2025

The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has gazetted amendments to the rules of the Magistrates’ Courts and the High Court, effective 4 July 2025.

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Khampepe Commission: Terms of Reference and Deadlines Gazetted

Posted 29 May 2025

The Presidency has established a commission of inquiry into alleged interference in the investigation and prosecution of Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) cases, with deadlines recently extended to January 2026.

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White Paper on Labour Migration Gazetted

Posted 29 May 2025

The Department of Employment and Labour has finalised and gazetted the White Paper on Labour Migration, alongside the forthcoming Employment Services Amendment Bill, to regulate the employment of foreign nationals in South Africa.

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Children’s Amendment Act, 2022: Key Provisions Now in Force

Posted 29 May 2025

Presidential Proclamation No. 165 of 2024 has brought significant sections of the Children’s Amendment Act, No. 17 of 2022 into operation, amending the Children’s Act, No. 38 of 2005.

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