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New Tax Ombud will command respect

03 October 2013

The appointment of the new Tax Ombud is a positive move, particularly as the first incumbent of this important position is retired Gauteng Judge President Bernard Nogepe. “Appointing a person of his stature and standing brings both the ability and independence to a position that commands respect from SARS and the taxpayer alike,” says Mike Dingley, National Tax Director of global audit, tax and advisory firm Mazars.

Will governance reform the financial services industry?

15 August 2013

If one has to look at the economic development of South Africa since the birth of democracy in 1994, it is clear that the country has come a long way in establishing itself as the economic power house of the continent and one of the fastest developing nat

The lapsing of the two year "grace period" under the companies act, 2008

13 August 2013

The so-called two year "grace period" under the Companies Act 71 of 2008 in respect of companies' memoranda of incorporation ("MOI") and shareholders agreements, lapsed on 1 May 2013.

The truth of the matter is…regulation is changing

01 August 2013

As the 2013 IISA conference winds down, it has been a conference which has dealt with the industry’s major issues. All stakeholders were given a chance to voice their concerns and describe the industry as they see it.

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The strongest deterrent against FSP compliance missteps is or should be:

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A criminal conviction Debarment Fine or penalty Any of the above can work

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