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What does the new Employee Tax Incentive Bill mean for your business?

Unemployment is a big problem in South Africa. So it's no wonder that government has finally stepped in to reverse the high levels that affect the youth. How? By making sure its new Employee Tax Incentive Bill comes into effect. And it will, the minute 2014 ushers in. Here's what you need to know [read more...]

Research finds that absenteeism is the reason South Africa's losing its competitive edge

New research has found that South Africa's losing its competitive edge. And it's all thanks to absenteeism. That's just the tip of the tip of the iceberg. There are other worrying trends when it comes to sick leave abuse in the workplace. Here are the details of the study... [read more...]

New B-BBEE codes unveiled! Find out what this means for your business...

Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies has unveiled the new Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) codes of good practice. Davies announced the new codes yesterday at the B-BBEE summit in Midrand. Reports suggest the codes will be published in the Government Gazette on October 11. Read on [read more...]

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  • Is your office quietly becoming a breeding ground for Norovirus?
  • Recently, a subscriber wrote in to the Health and Safety Advisor's help desk with the following scenario: 'Last year, my office was hit by the sweeping curse of the 'tummy bug'. Characterised by stomach cramps, nausea, diarrhoea and vomiting, fever and pain, it took down the entire sales department, one by one. My doctor said it's caused by the Norovirus, the tummy bug - or gastroenteritis and that it's extremely contagious. He also told me he sees it most often at this time of year, since the weather is warmer - and the virus thrives in higher temperatures. How can I keep my office safe from this happening again?'... ››› more
  • [05 November 2013]
  • Here's what to cover in your toolbox talk on ladders
  • A third of all reported fall-from-height incidents involves ladders. Many of these injuries are caused by inappropriate or incorrect use of ladders. They can stop production for days while investigations take place. This means lost working time and profits for your business. But there's a way to prevent this from happening to you: Conduct toolbox talk on ladders. Here's what to cover in yours...... ››› more
  • [04 November 2013]
  • Watch out! Section 31 of the ITA affects transfer pricing in two key ways...
  • In 2011, SARS amended Section 31 of the Income Tax Act (ITA).While this change happened over 18 months ago, not many people are aware that Section 31 significantly changes the approach to transfer pricing. Read on to discover how Section 31 of the Income Tax Act affects transfer pricing so you can comply.... ››› more
  • [16 October 2013]
  • Revealed: Five consequences of accidents in the workplace
  • Incidents don't come with a warning sign and can happen to anyone, at anytime! They can cost you thousands, maybe even millions in compensation claims. This is just one of the consequences of accidents in the workplace. Here are five other consequences you'll face if you don't effectively prevent accidents.... ››› more
  • [14 October 2013]
  • Do you know what type of donated goods are Vat exempt?
  • Whenever you import goods, you have to pay Vat to Customs - sometimes this is called 'Customs Vat'. This is also applicable when you personally order something over the Internet from an overseas supplier. But, there are some exceptions. One, in particular, is the importing of donated goods, which is exempt from Vat. Read on to find out which donated goods qualify for exemption.... ››› more
  • [18 September 2013]
  • How does CGT affect provisional taxpayers?
  • If you sell or dispose of any assets, you can't escape Capital Gains Tax (CGT). What's more, if you calculate your CGT liability incorrectly, you'll be liable for tax penalties, plus interest. But what about provisional taxpayers? Are they affected by CGT too?... ››› more
  • [16 September 2013]
  • Revealed: One common FSF scheme your business MUST be aware of
  • Financial Statement Fraud (FSF) happens when assets, revenues and profits are deliberately overstated. Or when liabilities, expenses and losses are intentionally understated in financial statements. Luckily, there's a way to avoid fraud on your financial statements. Read on to discover the two types of FSF you need to be aware of and how to identify their red flags...... ››› more
  • [05 September 2013]
  • Strike action case law: Retailcorp Brands (Proprietary) Limited v SACCAWU
  • In the Labour Bulletin on 20th August I told you about protected strikes. And with NUM starting their strikes this week, it really does seem like strike season is in full swing, I wanted to tell you about secondary strikes... But do you know what a secondary strike is? Let's look an example...... ››› more
  • [02 September 2013]
  • Revealed: The pros and cons of a finance lease and an operating lease
  • When you buy an asset, you have two choices. You can buy it outright or as an operating lease or a finance lease. You need to know the consequences of both so you can structure an agreement that'll help you save yourself time, money and effort. Here are the pros and cons of a finance lease and an operating lease.... ››› more
  • [28 August 2013]
  • Strikes - Here's how to deal with them!
  • Yesterday, about 30 000 workers downed tools in the auto-manufacturing sector. And this latest strike action will cost the industry about R600m a day! This is in response to the National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa (NUMSA) demanding pay rises of 20%, while employers are only willing to go up to 6%. Keep reading to find out the 12 steps that'll help you deal with a protected strike.... ››› more
  • [20 August 2013]
  • Three types of employee tax certificates you must know about and when to use them?
  • When you issue tax certificates to your employees they must correct. Get them wrong and you'll be liable for administrative penalties and possibly trigger an audit of your business. Read on to discover the three types of employee tax certificates you need to use and when to use them so you can avoid penalties.... ››› more
  • [13 August 2013]
  • Pick n Pay set for national retrenchments
  • Pick n Pay made the news recently for offering their nationwide staff retrenchment packages. This after the company reported a massive 31% drop in profits this year. Read on to find out what the company has to say for itself, and what you can learn from it...... ››› more
  • [12 August 2013]
  • Are you aware of the nine assets that are subject to CGT?
  • Every time your business sells, donates or scraps an asset and it makes a profit, SARS takes a big bite out of the proceeds. And it calls this bite Capital Gains Tax (CGT). You can't escape CGT. In fact, if you try to escape it, SARS could easily find you guilty of tax evasion and smack you with a 200% penalty! But your business can avoid this. Read on to discover the nine assets subject to CGT so you can calculate your due taxes correctly and pay SARS on time.... ››› more
  • [07 August 2013]
  • Equality is great, but what are the real benefits of women in leadership?
  • I've a question for you. Do you think more women leaders will make a difference in your business?... ››› more
  • [07 August 2013]
  • Three areas that'll help you identify crippling FSF in your business
  • Financial Statement Fraud (FSF) can cripple your business. That's why it's important that when you look for fraud, you don't just look at the numbers, but look at the bigger picture of your business. Here are three areas in your business that are vulnerable to fraud.... ››› more
  • [24 July 2013]
  • Revealed: One way your business can benefit from a tax loss
  • There's a legal to reduce your tax liability. You can shrink your tax bill if you know how to offset tax losses against your future income. Here are two ways you can use to benefit from a tax loss.... ››› more
  • [23 July 2013]
  • Prevent incidents before they happen and save thousands
  • Incidents don't come with a warning sign and can happen to anyone, at anytime! They can cost you thousands, maybe even millions in compensation claims. Plus, your COID premiums will increase because the more you claim, the higher your premium. Department of Labour (DoL) Investigations into these incidents could stop production for days and they could even shut your company down! You have the power to prevent this!... ››› more
  • [15 July 2013]




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