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South Africa has no binding AI law, but POPIA already applies the moment client data enters a prompt. This article sets out the ten sections every accounting practice AI policy needs, the legislation that already binds you, and how to package the same work as a paid service for clients.
This article looks at compliance, risk and ethics in medical practice finances. It explains common risks accountants and bookkeepers may face, including billing problems, unusual payments, poor recordkeeping and questionable client instructions, and how simple checks can help protect both the practice and your professional reputation.
Six proposals in the 2026 draft tax Bills will land on your desk: a VAT charge for schools with no way to pay it, two rules backdated to Budget day, and a provisional tax penalty your client cannot escape. Here's what CIBA told Treasury, and what to check first.
Battling with beneficial owernship filing? The CIPC answered practitioners' questions in August 2026. Find out why nothing pre-populates each year, why the mandate must name a person and not your firm, when a confirmation certificate is issued and when it is not, and why no declaration means no annual return since July 2024.
Withholding tax is tax deducted from a payment before the money is paid to the person or business that earned it. This article explains how withholding tax works, who must deduct and pay it, and how both the payer and the recipient should account for it. It also explains why the full income must still be recorded, even when only the amount after tax is received in the bank account.
A partnership is the only business structure your clients use that no statute creates. No registration, no filing, nothing in writing. The liability shield comes from the Act, and a partnership has no Act. Worse, a court can find a partnership between people who never used the word. This article explains how partnerships arise by conduct, how liability escalates to the sequestration of every partner's private estate, and where the fee-earning work sits for the accountant who spots it first.
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Not sure if your client needs a sworn affidavit or a full SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate? The difference could cost them a contract. This quick-read guide breaks down the latest rules, thresholds, and verification requirements, so you can give clear, compliant advice every time.
A sole director creating a subsidiary fully owned by his current (Pty) Ltd. He’ll run both companies himself, but here’s the twist: does this new setup still count as "owner-managed"? And can a Business Accountant in Practice handle the group financials? It sounds simple, but the moment a company becomes the shareholder (not the individual), the rules shift. If you’ve got clients growing their business footprint, this FAQ unpacks what changes, what stays the same, and what you can legally do next.
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“He wants a refund. I want respect.”
What do you do if a client demands his fees back despite months of unpaid support and self-inflicted tax mess? In this case the accountant stood firm. Armed with proof, a lawyer, and a paper trail thicker than a SARS audit, she’s not backing down. This case is one’s for every accountant who's done more than they were paid for, only to get slapped with a dispute.
A CV is more than just a list of your work history; it’s a way to show employers what you bring to the table. A clear and well-written CV can help you stand out in a crowded job market. This article breaks down the basics of creating a strong CV that highlights your skills and experience, step by step.
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South Africa has no binding AI law, but POPIA already applies the moment client data enters a prompt. This article sets out the ten sections every accounting practice AI policy needs, the legislation that already binds you, and how to package the same work as a paid service for clients.
Traditional leaders have been locked out of municipal decisions for 30 years. A new compact between CIBA, business and royal leadership, backed by the White Paper on Local Government, is about to change that, and accountants are being written into the plan. Here's what it means for your practice, your clients, and South Africa's R150 billion local government funding gap
Your client delivered R400 000 of stock on a handshake. The customer just went under. Now they want to know what they can get back, and they are looking at you for the answer. Here is the hard truth: when a business collapses, the money is not shared fairly. It is shared in order. Secured creditors first. Everyone else, suppliers, subcontractors, and your own unpaid fees, lines up behind them for the scraps. Most of your clients extend credit every day with no security at all. Would you recognise that risk before it empties their till, and yours?
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On 22 April 2024, CIBA CEO MBA Nicolaas van Wyk hosted Dillen to unpack this exciting program from Moore.
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On 12 April 2024 , CIBA CEO MBA Nicolaas van Wyk hosted Telita Snyckers to explore the intriguing worlds of tax administration and the tobacco industry.
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Liste to an insightful interview with Professor Steven Firer CEO at FirerForensics
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CIBA CEO, Nicolaas van Wyk, sat down with Brian Kazungu, a seasoned professional in media, literature, and business development in an exclusive interview on 12 April 2024.
Brian shared his expertise and perspectives on literature, media trends, and modern business approaches.
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Tune in to an inspiring discussion on the evolution of accounting and fintech with Mariska Fernhout, Financial Director of DataGrows.
CIBA CEO Nicolaas van Wyk hosted Mariska to explore her journey from a BCom student to co-founding a successful fintech company.
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The journey from BCom accounting to fintech innovation
How DataGrows is transforming practice management for accountants
The importance of staying close to clients and adapting services
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