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05/06/2026

SARS is simplifying compliance

SARS announces several changes aimed at simplifying tax submissions and reducing errors

04/06/2026

📣 individuals Filing Season 2026 is coming up fast.

South African Revenue Service (SARS) is reminding all taxpayers to update your personal and banking details on eFiling or the MobiApp to avoid delays — especially with auto‑assessments rolling out from 1–12 July.

A quick update now can save you weeks of admin later.

If you’ve changed your surname, address or banking details, make sure your SARS profile reflects it before filing season opens.

is here to support you with a smooth, stress‑free tax season.

Diarise the Filing Season dates and keep an eye on the Tax Season webpage.

04/06/2026

Attended the Sage Roadshow at the Durban ICC this week. Time well spent! It was a powerful reminder of how quickly our business landscape is evolving — and why staying informed matters.

This panel on “Why the CFO Role Is Changing” was a standout session. Hearing from leaders like Abed Tau and Pat Mokgatle was both energising and affirming. Their insights on strategic finance, technology, and the future of business through partnering with AI, really resonated with me.

At , continuous learning isn’t a slogan — it’s how we ensure our clients receive forward‑thinking, compliant, and relevant support.

Staying up to date with industry shifts helps us serve better, advise smarter, and lead with confidence.

29/05/2026

Please use the following authorized UIF site to claim benefits and avoid scams:
https://uifonline.labour.gov.za/uifOnline

Click the link for more information on this matter: https://www.news24.com/business/money/you-may-be-sending-your-uif-claim-to-a-dead-website-20260520-0805

19/05/2026

Important compliance deadlines are approaching for the 2026/02 financial year.

Avoid last minute pressure, penalties, and unnecessary disruptions by ensuring your submissions are completed on time.

Need assistance? ControlPro is ready to help you stay compliant and in control.

10/05/2026

To all the incredible moms and mother figures; thank you for your strength, love, patience, and everything you do each day. 💐

Wishing you a beautiful and joy-filled Mother’s Day from the ControlPro team. 💙

08/05/2026

The 2026 tax filing season is officially open.

SARS has confirmed the key filing deadlines for individuals, provisional taxpayers, trusts, and companies; making it more important than ever to ensure your tax affairs are accurate, compliant, and submitted on time.

Who needs to file?
✔ Individuals earning above the tax threshold
✔ Provisional taxpayers
✔ Trusts
✔ Companies
✔ Individuals with foreign assets, capital gains, or additional income streams

SARS has also intensified its focus on compliance, particularly for trusts and non-compliant taxpayers.

Some individuals may qualify for exemptions or auto-assessments, provided their tax affairs are straightforward and SARS records are complete and correct.

The key message?
Do not wait until the last minute.

📌 Plan ahead. Stay compliant. Avoid penalties.

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29/04/2026

If there was any doubt about how serious the Financial Intelligence Centre is about its mandate, their latest update makes it clear:

They aren't just a registry; they are an active intelligence unit focused on "following the money." The shift from registry to active intelligence means the RCR opening this Monday isn't just a filing—it's a risk disclosure.

is often viewed as a hurdle, but with the Directive 11 deadline approaching, it’s a matter of .

With the submission window opening this Monday, 4 May 2026, "intent to comply" is no longer enough. You need an accurate, evidence-based that reflects your actual risk.

The FIC’s latest update clarifies the 'what,' but the 'how' is where many firms get stuck. Specifically:

❓1. Is your FIC registration up to date? (Crucial, as the FIC post emphasises registration as the foundation for their intelligence).

❓2. Does your RCMP reflect the actual risks of your client base? (It must align with the "follow the money" takeaway—static templates won't hold up).

❓3. Are you ready to evidence your compliance in the RCR? (Directive 11 isn't just an audit; it’s a mandatory questionnaire that requires data from your RCMP).

📌Are you ready for a Directive 11 audit?

🛟We are currently assisting move from 'uncertainty' to 'certified compliance' through structured RCMP creation and registration support.

Check out these five takeaways from the FIC and reach out if you need to formalize your compliance framework before the window closes.

Thirusha Govender

CIA, CRMA IIA SA - The Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa
CBAP CIBA
GTP(SA) South African Institute of Taxation

09/02/2026

⚠️⚠️ BEWARE

SCAM that gives the perps remote access to your phone without visible evidence you have been compromised. They target online banking apps… beware, especially with business bank accounts on the phones of individuals.

Victims are told there is an urgent problem with their account, device, or a pending delivery. They are then instructed to click a link or install an app, often sent via WhatsApp or SMS, which supposedly resolves the issue.

Once that software is installed, the scammer can see everything happening on the screen. This includes PINs and passwords as they are entered, one-time passwords sent by the bank, and even live banking transactions.

“To the bank, it can look like the customer is making the transaction themselves because the criminal is actually using the customer’s own device,” said Sebolai.

South Africans are being warned about a fast-growing and highly dangerous form of digital fraud that is increasingly targeting people through their smartphones.

08/02/2026

⏳ Maximise Your Tax Savings Before 28 February 2026.

As we approach the end of the year, it’s worth taking a moment to review your Retirement Annuity (RA) contributions. A well‑timed top‑up remains one of the most effective SARS‑approved ways to reduce taxable income while strengthening long‑term retirement planning.

SARS allows deductions of up to 27.5% of taxable income (capped at R350 000). If you haven’t reached your annual limit, an additional contribution before 🎯 29 February can create meaningful tax savings—particularly for business owners, professionals with variable income, or individuals managing provisional tax.

This isn’t financial advice, but rather a reminder of a valuable mechanism many taxpayers overlook at year‑end. Understanding how RA contributions affect your tax position empowers you to make informed, compliant decisions that support your long‑term financial wellbeing.