The Tax Consulting Podcast
Welcome to the Tax Consulting Podcast, your trusted source for expert insights into South African tax matters. Featuring a range of specialists from various departments across Tax Consulting South Africa, including legal, tax, and accounting professionals, each episode offers in-depth discussions on key topics such as expatriate tax, tax residency, SARS updates, compliance strategies, and more. Whether you are an affluent individual, expatriate, or business, our podcast provides the knowledge and guidance needed to confidently manage your tax obligations, mitigate risks, and maximise opportunities.
Episodes
Earning extra income in South Africa? You might be risking more than you think.
Whether you are working a second job, earning freelance income, or picking up part-time work in retirement, SARS wants its share, and it has the tools to get it. In this CapeTalk interview, Nicolas Botha, Tax Compliance Manager at Tax Consulting South Africa, explains how to stay on the right side of the law when juggling multip...
In this interview with Radio 786, Jashwin Baijoo (Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement and Compliance) at Tax Consulting South Africa, unpacks SARS’ record R2.3 trillion revenue collection.
Key topics include:
- How SARS' modernisation strategy, driven by AI and automation, has improved efficiency.
- The role of the Compliance Programme in identifying and acting on deliberate no...
Are you a South African expat planning to access your retirement funds? Watch this @MoneywebHoldings interview before you make your next move.
Retirement and Pension Fund Specialist Shuanita de Wet from Tax Consulting SA explains the game-changing SARS directive that came into effect on 11 April 2025. With "emigration withdrawal" now phased out, expats must comply with the new “cessation of reside...
In this interview with Radio 786, Jashwin Baijoo (Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement and Compliance) at Tax Consulting South Africa, unpacks SARS’ record R2.3 trillion revenue collection.
Key topics include:
- How SARS' modernisation strategy, driven by AI and automation, has improved efficiency.
- The role of the Compliance Programme in identifying and acting on delibera...
South African exchange control regulations have become stricter, especially for high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and expats moving large sums abroad. In this episode, Richan Schwellnus (Tax Attorney and General Tax Practitioner) and Michelle Phillips (Tax Attorney) provide clear guidance on how to approach international transfers in line with SARS and Reserve Bank requirements.
Topics:
00:00 – W...
Many professionals are receiving increases—yet seeing less in their bank accounts.
In this important @KayaON959 interview, Tanya Tosen (Master Mobility, Tax & Remuneration Specialist) offers critical analysis on how bracket creep and stagnant tax thresholds are undermining income growth for employees and complicating remuneration strategies for employers.
Key topics:
00:30 – Brack...
Are you really benefiting from your salary increase? Tanya Tosen, Master Mobility, Tax, and Remuneration Specialist, explains how unadjusted tax brackets and inflation can erode your earnings - and what you can do about it.
During this interview, Tanya covers:
00:58 – 01:53 Why a salary increase does not always mean more money
01:54 – 04:03 How inflation and tax brackets impact earnings
04:04 ...
Bracket Creep Explained: Does Your Salary Increase Costing You?
Are you really earning more after a salary increase, or is Bracket Creep reducing your take-home pay? Tanya Tosen, Master Mobility, Tax, and Remuneration Specialist, joins PowerFM to break down this hidden tax challenge.
Key discussion points:
2:02 – 03:03 What is Bracket Creep?
03:04 – 04:46 Direct implications and conseque...
Thinking about moving back to South Africa after working abroad? SARS may be waiting to assess your tax affairs - and the consequences of non-compliance can be severe.
In our latest podcast, Richan Schwellnus (Tax Attorney) and Nicolas Botha (Tax Team Compliance & Processing Manager) discuss:
00:28 - Why SARS is increasing scrutiny on expats returning home
06:06 - The "golden ticket&quo...
With a growing tax gap and increasing global scrutiny, South Africa’s revenue authority is investing heavily in enforcement capacity, modern systems, and data-driven oversight. In this @KayaON959 interview, Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director at Tax Consulting South Africa, explains the strategic and operational shifts that could redefine how high-net-worth individuals interact with SARS.
Key Topics:
...
Backed by a R7.5 billion allocation in the national budget, the South African Revenue Service is deploying artificial intelligence, recruiting skilled professionals, and leveraging global data-sharing agreements to intensify its compliance operations. High-net-worth individuals are now under greater scrutiny than ever before.
In this CapeTalk interview, Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director at Tax Consulting S...
Many South Africans remit funds abroad or receive international transfers, but misconceptions about exchange control regulations can lead to financial and legal pitfalls. In this podcast, tax attorneys Richan Schwellnus and Michelle Phillips break down the key considerations for individuals and businesses dealing with cross-border transactions.
Topics Covered:
00:00 - Introduction to Exchange Cont...
In this episode of the OFM Business Hour, John-Paul Fraser, Team Lead for Cross-Border Tax, provides expert insights into the ongoing debate around Wealth Tax in South Africa and its potential implications.
Key discussion points include:
00:40 – 01:57 The economic challenges a Wealth Tax could present for the country.
01:58 – 03:14 Critical aspects missing from the current conversations on Wealth T...
In this episode of HOT 102.7 FM’s HOT Business, Jeremy Maggs and John-Paul Fraser, Team Lead for Cross-Border Tax, discusses the pressing issue of a Wealth Tax in South Africa and what it means for taxpayers.
In this interview, he covers:
• What exactly Wealth Tax is and how it differs from Income Tax
• How individuals can calculate their potential Wealth Tax liability
• The practicality and ...
Sidney Fletcher, Senior Manager: Trust and Deceased Estate Tax Compliance at Tax Consulting SA, explains the critical changes in SARS’ approach to trust compliance.
In this Moneyweb interview, Sidney highlights the introduction of administrative penalties for trusts failing to submit tax and IT3(t) returns. He details SARS’ expanded reporting requirements, including beneficial ownership registers and resolut...
During this conversation, Lovemore Ndlovu, Head of SARB Engagement and Expatriate Compliance at Tax Consulting South Africa, joins Jeremy Maggs to discuss the critical factors involved in transferring funds overseas and staying compliant with tax regulations.
Lovemore explains the consequences of a cancelled Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN and provides actionable advice on how to avoid costly delays, administrative hu...
In this episode, Richan Schwellnus, (Tax Attorney) and Lovemore Ndlovu (Head of SARB Engagement and Expatriate Compliance), clarify the myths and misconceptions surrounding financial emigration.
As thousands of South Africans explore life abroad, many mistakenly believe that ending South African tax residency fully removes tax obligations. They cover everything from tax residency status and legal commitmen...
Jashwin Baijoo, Head of Strategic Engagement & Compliance, sits down with Tasneem Pandor, CIPC Secretary at Tax Consulting South Africa, to discuss the nuances of registering a company in South Africa.
Key Topics:
00:17 - Overview of company registration with CIPC and related applications
01:22 - Role of CIPC and its connection with SARS
02:08 - Tax types managed by CIPC and SARS <...
Listen to Micaela Paschini, Tax Attorney at Tax Consulting South Africa, on Hot FM as she delves into the essentials of VAT compliance for businesses.
Micaela covers key topics such as the threshold for mandatory VAT registration, the process of paying VAT, and the implications of failing to register. Do not miss this segment to keep your business compliant and informed on VAT essentials!
Are you a South African expat or remote worker struggling to understand your tax obligations?
In this video, John-Paul Fraser (Tax Attorney) and Chavaughn Phillips (Expatriate Tax Specialist) break down the key differences between the Foreign Employment Income Exemption (Section 10) and Double Tax Agreements (DTA) to help you make the best choice for your unique situation.
Learn how Section 10 ...
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