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Tax laws are not in line with growth in digital economy
Charles de Wet, head of Indirect Tax, PwC Africa, says South Africa's tax laws have not kept pace with the growth of the digital economy and changes in the way in which business is conducted... read more>>



Finance
Small businesses positive about the future
According to the latest Business Partners Limited SME Index (BPLSI) confidence levels among South Africa's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) owners recorded an average confidence level of 81% that their business will grow in the next 12 months... read more>>
CEO of Accelerate Cape Town resigns
Chris Whelan, CEO of business leadership organisation, Accelerate Cape Town (ACT), has announced his resignation after three years at the helm... read more>>
Actuarial & Insurance
Insurers support introduction of mandatory third party insurance
Aggressive underwriting, coupled with the escalating cost of motor vehicle repairs and replacements, has brought the long-term sustainability of the short-term insurance sector into question... read more>>
Accounting & Auditing
Fund aims to improve financial management at municipalities
In 2013 the then KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Finance, Ina Cronjé, entered into a partnership with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), by making a R16m investment in the Thuthuka Bursary Fund (TBF)... read more>>
Dlamini appointed as member of IRBA board
Abel Dlamini, chairman of SekelaXabiso, has been appointed as a member of the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA), effective 15 April 2015... read more>>
Economic success for Africa highlight of ICAEW conference
More than 1,500 accountancy and finance delegates from across Africa are expected at third biennial congress of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) which will be held from 12-14 May at Swami Vivekananda International Convention Centre in Pailles, Mauritius... read more>>
Banking
SA banks' online services are improving
According to Columinate's fourth annual Internet Banking SITEisfaction survey, banks have succeeded in providing a better online experience than ever before... read more>>
Financial Services
Business rescue a solution for companies experiencing financial problems
A company under financial stress and having difficulty meeting its obligations, including payment of provident fund contributions, would do well to apply to be placed under business rescue, says Pension Funds Adjudicator, Muvhango Lukhaimane... read more>>
Markets & Investment
Liddle appointed as new chairman of Allan Gray
Ian Liddle has been appointed as new chairman of Allan Gray, while Andrew Lapping has been promoted to deputy chief investment officer... read more>>
[African Utility Week] The evolution of the utility

Nicci Botha

The focus of the third and final keynote session at the African Utility Week was on bridging the gap between the lack of Africa's utility infrastructure and the fully-integrated smart cities of the future for the continent to live up to its projected rate of economic growth... read more>>
Taxation & Regulation
Who is obliged to report a reportable arrangement?

Ben Strauss

The list of reportable arrangements was extended by the South African Revenue Service in a notice (SARS Notice) published on 16 March 2015 in terms of s35(2) and s36(4) of the Tax Administration Act, No 28 of 2011 (TAA)... read more>>
International
Associations join forces to promote biometrics for digital services
The Biometrics Institute, Mobey Forum and Natural Security Alliance have announced a cross-association collaboration to promote the use of biometrics in digital services... read more>>
deVere urges UK investors to look at global markets
Following the Conservative Party's effective majority during the recent elections in the United Kingdom, investors should now start to think more globally... read more>>
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Business
Focus increasingly falls on balanced leaders

Michelle Moss

Leadership styles change. What never changes is the need for corporate leaders to motivate teams, make profits and deliver efficiency improvements... read more>>
Time management 101

Andrew Macfarlane

"If your employees are constantly missing deadlines, lack focus and regularly overlook important details, these are sure signs that their time management skills aren't up to scratch..." read more>>
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