Latest News & Developments
tax evasion
SARS said to be planning ‘AmaBillions’ blitz to collect outstanding tax, plug fiscal hole
SARS is reportedly gearing up to tackle R300 billion in unpaid taxes with its new ‘AmaBillions’ initiative, aiming to recover R70 billion and address the fiscal gap left by the cancelled VAT increase.
Phala Phala Scandal: ActionSA files PAIA request for full IPID report
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu offered no reason for classifying the Phala Phala police report as "top secret" and withholding it from the public, but now ActionSA wants access to it.
Carclo Ancelotti to stand trial for alleged tax fraud with Real Madrid still fighting on all fronts
Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti is set to face trial next week for alleged tax fraud, with prosecutors seeking a lengthy jail term. What does this mean for the club and the coach's future?
DA complains to Public Protector over Tshwane security tender allegations
An investigation by the Public Protector into Triotic Protection Services, allegedly linked to Tshwane's Deputy Mayor, has raised questions about tax compliance and tender legitimacy.
ANCYL expresses disappointment over VAT hike and demands tax justice
ANCYL criticises the proposed VAT hike, warning it will disproportionately affect vulnerable communities and calls for urgent tax justice measures.
Alleged tax fraudsters rounded by Hawks in North West, before being released on bail
Joyce Catherine Phiri, 66, and Elias Koketso Mongale, 59, face charges of fraud and tax evasion after their arrest by the Hawks in North West, with bail set at R5,000 and R3,000 respectively.
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu declares Phala Phala investigation report 'top secret'
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reveals that the IPID's investigation into the Phala Phala break-in remains classified as 'top secret', raising questions about transparency and accountability.
Tshwane deputy mayor's family ties to R300m security contract spark investigation
Tshwane's Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise is under scrutiny as allegations of a conflict of interest emerge, linked to a security tender awarded to a company associated with his family.
Mthatha doctor arrested for alleged tax evasion and fraud
Hawks said the doctor allegedly failed to submit personal income tax returns for the 2021 to 2023 tax years and repeatedly ignored compliance reminders from SARS
Donald Trump defends 'family member', Charles Kushner for France envoy
US president-elect Donald Trump defended his choice of Charles Kushner for US ambassador to France, describing him as a "family member" and a "very successful man" in an interview released Wednesday.
Trump calls Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter 'miscarriage of justice'
US President-elect Donald Trump responded to US President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden, calling it an "abuse and miscarriage of justice".
Hunter Biden says his past mistakes were used for 'political sport' after being pardoned by his dad
Hunter Biden said that his past mistakes had been used to humiliate his family for "political sport," commenting on his father, outgoing US President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon him.
Legendary filmmaker Duma Ka Ndlovu released on R100,000 bail for over R25 million tax evasion
The renowned South African filmmaker and producer faces several charges of fraud and tax evasion that was allegedly committed over a number of years.
Ramaphosa and Mantashe: The mine bosses’ Trojan Horses and their final act of betrayal
Ramaphosa’s early political involvement was first shaped by Christian student politics and later Black Consciousness movements. But his trajectory soon intersected with the interests of South Africa’s corporate elite.
Authorities urge the public to assist in tracing fraud and tax evasion suspect
Nofilita failed to attend the court hearing, leading to her bail being forfeited and a warrant for her arrest being issued.
Mpumalanga couple in court over R13 million tax evasion by their company
Joseph Nyalungu and his wife, Dudu Alicia Mathumbu, failed to submit their company’s tax returns from 2014 to 2023.
R745 million case against former Eskom executive France Hlakudi hits a snag over medical reports
The South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg heard that Antonio Jose Da Costa, who is accused four in the case, has a medical condition which is of serious nature.
Sars’ APN implementation will impact import payments
Many importers, already frantically trying to meet end-of-year orders, will feel that the changes are yet another complication in what can already be a complex space.
Modack’s money talks: Underworld ‘kingpin’ appeals to court to let him contact people for legal fees
Alleged underworld kingpin Nafiz Modack has asked the Western Cape High Court to allow him to contact individuals outside of prison to help pay his legal fees.
Free State businessman sentenced for tax evasion
The South African Revenue Services lost over R280,000.
Businesswoman Sonia Mbele a no show in court over tax evasion charges
Former Generations leading actress and now businesswoman Nomthandazo Sonia Mbele failed to appear at the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court where she is charged with tax evasion.
SARS tax consultant who defrauded taxman of R172,000 sentenced
The SARS employee submitted fraudulent tax returns prejudicing the taxman of over R170,000.
Reminder for newly identified accountable institutions to urgently register with the FIC
The 90-day non-penalty window for identified accountable institutions to register with the FIC closed on Monday, 20 March 2023.
Asset Forfeiture Unit obtains restraint order in R39m fraud case against KZN doctor and others
The AFU has been granted a restraint order against Daymed Private Hospital following allegations of tax, vat and personal income fraud.
Trump’s tax returns to be released by US Congress
US lawmakers voted on Tuesday to make public Donald Trump’s tax returns, ending a years-long battle by the former president to keep the filings private as his cloudy financial past continues to stoke controversy.