Category: South Africa
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President Cyril Ramaphosa’s signing of the controversial Bela Bill
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By Samkele Mchunu South Africa’s Coalition Government Faces Test as President Ramaphosa Signs Controversial Bela Bill South Africa’s Coalition Government Faces New Challenge with Education Reform In a move that could test the resilience of South Africa’s uneasy coalition government, President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Basic Education Laws Amendment…
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The long-awaited Two-Pot System has finally arrived
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The long-awaited Two-Pot System has finally arrived, ending the anticipation and speculation surrounding its release. The Two Pot System, which will come into effect on September 1, 2024, will regulate access to retirement savings before the date of retirement. Prior to September 1, members of the fund had no access…
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Tax Implications of Withdrawing from Two-Pot Retirement System: What You Need to Know
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Picture Taken from: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/sars-dyqi.824R52uTZfFDJcXwQ By Samkele Mchunu As the deadline for withdrawing from the savings pot of the Two-Pot Retirement System approaches on 1 September 2024, individuals must ensure they are registered for tax to avoid rejection of their requests. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) requires registration before applying…
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BooYaa Golf expands global wholesale presence
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As a testament to the impact it has already made on the worldwide golfing apparel market, South African-based BooYaa Golf has partnered with RepSpark, a multinational B2B e-commerce platform that connects brands and retailers. This partnership enables BooYaa Golf to further enhance its wholesale operations and expand its customer base…
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The future role of AI in Frequent flyer programs
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By Frik van der Westhuizen founding member of LoyaltyPlus The future of Frequent Flyer programs (FFP) is poised for a transformative shift, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). As airlines seeks to enhance customer loyalty and optimize their operations around customer touch points, AI stands out as pivotal…
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inq. sets the stage for its Pan-African play
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In a strategic move aimed at enhancing client experience, inq., a global leader in Edge solutions, has directed its efforts on better servicing clients through South Africa, a key region with a significant presence of multinational corporations. This aligns with the new group-level strategy to leverage South Africa’s robust market…
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Understanding B-BBEE and Garuda Capital’s Role
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By Samkele Mchunu Is B-BBEE the cornerstone for economic transformation? The Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act serves as the cornerstone of South Africa’s economic transformation and inclusivity agenda. To operationalize this vision, the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition, in collaboration with industry experts, developed B-BBEE Sector Codes of…
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The programming skills South Africa needs right now
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South Africa Pioneers Digital Nomad Visas Amidst Calls to Address Digital Skills Gap How is South Africa placed in terms of digital skills, and which programmers are most in demand in 2024? Experts weigh in In a bid to attract highly skilled individuals and bolster its digital workforce, South Africa…