Posts by Cindy .
Business Succession Planning: Passing the torch to the next generation
Building a business is hard work, but also a very rewarding endeavour, which many individuals see as their life’s work. Many resources, emotions and years are invested into a company, so planning what will become of it when you are no longer around is vital. This is where effective business succession planning can make a…
Read MoreThe tax effects of your crypto assets
Cryptocurrency aka a crypto asset is not considered a currency for the purposes of South African income tax, it is regarded as an asset and SARS applies the normal income tax rules to it. Income received or accrued from crypto assets transactions can be taxed on revenue account under “gross income” or alternatively such gains…
Read MoreThe Importance of Independence of your Auditor
Auditor independence is part of the foundation of the auditing profession. An independent, reliable, and ethically sound audit gives a company credibility and allows the public to trust in the accuracy of the results and the integrity of the accounting profession. Since the early 2000s, a series of publicized accounting scandals involving corporate fraud have…
Read MoreProtection of Personal Information Act no.4 of 2013 (POPI Act)
The POPI Act (POPIA) was signed into law in 2013 and finally came into full effect on 1 July 2021. Does the POPI Act apply to you? Everyone is affected. Every single business will need to become compliant with this Act or face serious consequences. Every person and company is protected by this Act. Why…
Read MoreUnemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) | Limit Increase
What is the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)? When workers become unemployed or are unable to work because of maternity, adoption leave, or illness then the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) provides short term relief. Who is UIF for? All employees are responsible for contributions to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) as well as their employers. The…
Read MoreHow is the estimated provisional tax for a company determined and when should it be paid?
The amount of provisional tax payable is worked out on the estimated taxable income for that particular year of assessment, as follows: The First Period: Half of the total estimated tax for the full year. Less the employees’ tax for this period (6 months). Less any allowable foreign tax credits for this period (6 months).…
Read MoreFourth Industrial Revolution (4IR): An understanding of the impact of technology on the accountancy profession
The term “Industrie 4.0” was first coined in 2011 at the Hannover Trade Fair in Germany and describes the 4th Industrial Revolution, which we are currently experiencing. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is characterised by the continuous automation of traditionally manual processes and involves aspects such as AI, big data, Internet of Things, Blockchain and machine…
Read MoreCOVID-19 and applicable relief
Background COVID-19 has brought about unprecedented uncertainty in South Africa and in this article, we will discuss some of the material relief measures that have been instituted by the South African Government (the “Government”) to provide essential assistance to employers and employees of businesses impacted by COVID-19. Before we consider the nature and scope of…
Read MoreHuise Jabes fundraiser
Exceed (Cape Town) Inc.’s Bellville office attended an incredible fundraising initiative for Huis Jabes on the 14th of May. Huis Jabes is a safe-house for victims of domestic violence, focusing on women and children. There have been over 500 women and children move through this safe-house which is currently full to capacity. The fundraising evening…
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