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A simple rolling cash-flow forecast can help South African SMEs identify shortfalls early, reserve money for tax obligations and reduce avoidable financing costs.
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South African SMEs should treat November’s VAT and company provisional-tax dates as a coordinated cash-flow control, not separate compliance tasks.
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The IASB is considering proposed changes to how acquisition-related payments are classified in statements of cash flows. The decisions are not yet final, but South African finance teams can start assessing whether current transaction records will support clearer reporting if the proposals proceed.
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A disciplined month-end close helps South African SMEs make better tax estimates, spot missing records and avoid preventable compliance issues. Here are practical checks finance teams can build into their routine.
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SARS has extended the deadline for certain provisional taxpayers who received an automatic assessment to request a reduced or additional assessment. Businesses and sole proprietors should use the extra time to review their tax information, rather than delay action.
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SAICA has asked National Treasury to clarify how provisional taxpayer status is determined and to provide relief where obligations only become clear after year-end. The proposal is not law, but it highlights practical cash-flow and compliance risks for businesses with irregular income.
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South Africa’s finance committees are moving towards finalising the 2026 revised fiscal framework and revenue proposals. SMEs should track the process, but should not treat proposals as enacted tax law.
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A new SAICA VAT registration FAQ highlights the need for SMEs to reassess turnover, registration status and supporting records under South Africa’s 2026 VAT thresholds.
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SARS has updated its Guide for Provisional Tax to explain how it may challenge unsupported estimates. Businesses should ensure their provisional tax calculations can be justified and that supporting records can be supplied within 10 business days.
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SARS completed scheduled digital-platform maintenance on 6 and 7 November 2026. SMEs should use the notice as a prompt to review filing continuity, payment evidence and internal tax-system controls.
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SARS has published the explanatory summary of the proposed Tax Administration Laws Amendment Bill, 2026. The proposals could affect provisional tax estimates, PAYE obligations, VAT documentation, tax compliance status and penalty administration. The Bill is not yet law, so businesses should monitor the legislative process and prepare their records without treating the proposals as current requirements.
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SAICA has called for clearer tax treatment of obsolete stock. The proposal is not law, but it highlights why businesses should keep strong inventory records and evidence for write-downs.
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