Budget 2026: VAT wasn’t raised. It was re‑engineered for a modern South Africa. – Po lity

Budget 2026: VAT wasn’t raised. It was re‑engineered for a modern South Africa.

While much of the early reaction to Budget 2026 focused on the withdrawal of R20-billion in previously anticipated tax increases and welcome adjustments to personal income tax, an equally significant shift has taken place within the VAT system. Rather than raising the VAT rate or increasing the tax …

https://www.polity.org.za/article/budget-2026-vat-wasnt-raised-it-was-reengineered-for-a-modern-south-africa-2026-02-26

Navigating the Distressed Horizon – Restructuring South African Businesses in 2026 – Pol ity

Navigating the Distressed Horizon – Restructuring South African Businesses in 2026

Looking ahead to 2026, restructuring of businesses are set to increase as continued pressures brought about by tough trading conditions continue to impact the survival of corporates in South Africa. One of the key indicators of continued financial pressure for corporates into 2026, are some of the d…

https://www.polity.org.za/article/navigating-the-distressed-horizon-restructuring-south-african-businesses-in-2026-2026-01-30