Legal Sector B-BBEE Code: State Outsourcing and Compliance Requirements

Posted 28 May 2025

The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has reinforced the application of the Legal Sector B-BBEE Code of Good Practice in the allocation of state legal work.

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COIDA: New Maximum Earnings and Minimum Assessments for 2025/2026

Posted 28 May 2025

The Department of Employment and Labour has confirmed the revised maximum earnings and minimum assessment thresholds under COIDA, effective 1 March 2025.

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Amendments to POPIA Regulations and Mandatory e-Portal Reporting

Posted 28 May 2025

The Information Regulator has amended the Regulations under the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013, introducing mandatory online reporting of security compromises via a new e-Portal.

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LPFF: 2025 Application Form for Refund of Bank Charges and Audit Fees

Posted 28 May 2025

The Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund (LPFF) has released the 2025 application form for the refund of bank charges and audit fees, mandating the use of Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) reports for claims relating to financial periods ending after 1 March 2024.

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IFRS Foundation: Updated Going Concern Educational Material

Posted 28 May 2025

The IFRS Foundation has updated its educational material on going concern assessments to reflect the issuance of IFRS 18 and the revised ISA 570.

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IAASB Issues FAQ on ISA 570 (Revised 2024) Going Concern

Posted 28 May 2025

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) has released a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document to assist with the implementation of International Standard on Auditing 570 (Revised 2024), Going Concern.

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IRBA Releases Newsletter Issue 69 for Q1 2025

Posted 28 May 2025

The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has published its quarterly newsletter for January to March 2025, detailing a new strategic focus and updates to standards.

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NCOP Calls for Submissions on Budget-Related Bills

Posted 27 May 2025

The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) Appropriations Committee has invited public comment on the replacement 2025 Division of Revenue and Appropriation Bills, alongside the Public Sector Pension & Related Payments Bill.

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Heritage Memorialisation: Draft Policy Framework Gazetted for Comment

Posted 23 May 2025

The Department of Sport, Arts & Culture has gazetted a draft policy framework for heritage memorialisation, proposing a shift toward low-maintenance commemorative structures.

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ICASA Findings: Load Shedding Impact on Electronic Communications

Posted 23 May 2025

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has released its findings following an inquiry into the impact of load shedding on the electronic communications and broadcasting sectors.

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Civil Aviation: Draft Policy Public Comment Period Extended

Posted 23 May 2025

The Department of Transport has extended the deadline for public comment on the draft civil aviation policy to 11 July 2025.

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Department of Tourism Gazettes National Astro Tourism Strategy

Posted 23 May 2025

The Department of Tourism has gazetted the National Astro Tourism Strategy, establishing a framework for the development and regulation of celestial-based tourism in South Africa.

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Draft Policy Direction on ICT Investment and B-BBEE Issued for Comment

Posted 23 May 2025

The Department of Communications & Digital Technologies has invited public comment on a draft policy directive under the Electronic Communications Act, 2005, regarding ICT investment and B-BBEE.

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Revised 2025/26 Budget: Fuel Levy Increase and VAT Reversal

Posted 21 May 2025

The Minister of Finance has tabled a revised 2025/26 Budget, introducing an inflation-linked fuel levy increase to offset the reversal of a previously proposed VAT rate hike.

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Electronic Communications Act: Ministerial Directive on I-ECNS Licensing Inquiry

Posted 21 May 2025

The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies has issued a final directive to ICASA to conduct an inquiry into individual electronic communications network services licensing.

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FIC Directive 9 of 2024: Crypto Asset Travel Rule Implementation

Posted 21 May 2025

The Financial Intelligence Centre has issued Directive 9 of 2024, mandating the implementation of the ‘travel rule’ for crypto asset transfers to enhance transparency and align with FATF Recommendations.

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IESBA Issues Q&A on Tax Planning and Related Services Standards

Posted 21 May 2025

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has released a Questions and Answers publication to support the implementation of the new Tax Planning and Related Services Standards, which come into effect on 1 July 2025.

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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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IAASB Withdraws ISAE 3410 for ISSA 5000

Posted 21 May 2025

The IAASB has confirmed the withdrawal of ISAE 3410, consolidating greenhouse gas assurance into the new ISSA 5000 framework effective December 2026.

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Draft Consumer Goods and Services Industry Code of Conduct Published

Posted 21 May 2025

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has invited public comment on the draft Consumer Goods and Services Industry Code of Conduct, issued in terms of the Consumer Protection Act, No. 68 of 2008.

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Mineral & Petroleum Resources Development Amendment Bill: Draft for Comment

Posted 20 May 2025

The Department of Mineral Resources & Energy has released the draft Mineral & Petroleum Resources Development Amendment Bill for public comment, following the publication of a new Critical Minerals and Metals Strategy.

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Banks: Draft Directive on Large Exposures Issued for Comment

Posted 19 May 2025

The Prudential Authority has called for input on a draft directive under the Banks Act, No. 94 of 1990, concerning the approval and measurement of large exposures.

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Draft Trade Policy Directive on Blank Gun Importation

Posted 19 May 2025

The International Trade Administration Commission (ITAC) has published a draft ministerial trade policy directive aimed at regulating the importation of blank guns to prevent their misuse and repurposing.

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RAF Claims Limit Adjusted to R372 824.00

Posted 16 May 2025

The Road Accident Fund has increased the statutory limit for loss of income and loss of support claims to R372 824.00, effective from 31 October 2024.

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Environmental Authorisations: Revised Electricity Transmission Exemption Norms

Posted 16 May 2025

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has released revised draft norms to exempt certain electricity transmission and distribution substation expansions from environmental authorisation requirements.

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