Online Intermediation Platform Guidelines Published

Posted 06 February 2026

The Competition Commission has gazetted new guidelines for large online intermediation platforms, targeting anti-competitive conduct following its 2023 market inquiry.

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FASSET: Mandatory Grant Submissions for 2026/2027

Posted 06 February 2026

FASSET has invited qualifying levy-paying employers in the financial and accounting services sector to submit their Workplace Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports for the 2026/2027 financial year by 30 April 2026.

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Draft Amendments to Uniform Rule 53: Review Proceedings

Posted 05 February 2026

The Rules Board for Courts of Law has invited public comment on draft amendments to Uniform Rule 53, which governs the review of decisions and proceedings from lower courts and administrative bodies.

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Cabinet-Approved Bills Pending Tabling in Parliament

Posted 05 February 2026

Several high-impact Bills approved by Cabinet during 2025, including amendments to the Traditional & Khoi-San Leadership Act, No. 3 of 2019, are currently awaiting formal tabling in Parliament.

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New National Minimum Wage Rates Announced for 1 March 2026

Posted 05 February 2026

The Department of Employment and Labour has gazetted an increase to the national minimum wage, raising the baseline rate to R30,23 per ordinary hour with effect from 1 March 2026.

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IRBA News Issue 72: Regulatory Updates and Disciplinary Summaries

Posted 04 February 2026

The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has released Issue 72 of its quarterly newsletter, providing summaries of changes to auditing standards and disciplinary matters for the period October to December 2025.

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Draft Regulations on Healthcare Risk Waste Management

Posted 03 February 2026

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries & the Environment has published draft regulations under the National Environmental Management: Waste Act, No. 59 of 2008, regarding the management of healthcare risk waste.

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National Minimum Wage: Adjustments Gazetted for 1 March 2026

Posted 03 February 2026

The Department of Employment and Labour has announced an increase in the national minimum wage to R30.23 per hour, effective from 1 March 2026.

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IRBA Issues Reminder on Effective Auditing Pronouncements and QM Rules

Posted 03 February 2026

The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has reminded registered auditors of the auditing pronouncements, quality management rules, and adopted standards that have recently become effective.

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Cannabis for Private Purposes Act: Draft Regulations Published for Comment

Posted 02 February 2026

The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has called for input on draft regulations under the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act, No. 7 of 2024.

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National Water Services Amendment Bill: Call for Public Comment

Posted 02 February 2026

The National Assembly’s Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation has invited public comment on the National Water Services Amendment Bill, following its tabling in late 2025.

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National Treasury Releases Operation Vulindlela Phase II Q3 Report

Posted 02 February 2026

National Treasury has published the Operation Vulindlela Phase II Quarter 3 progress report, detailing regulatory reforms in the energy, logistics, and immigration sectors.

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AML and Financial Services Regulatory Outlook 2025-2026

Posted 02 February 2026

A review of the regulatory developments in South Africa’s anti-money laundering (AML) regime and financial services sector for 2025 and 2026.

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Marriage Bill [B43-2023]: Public Consultation and Legislative Update

Posted 31 January 2026

The National Assembly’s Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs is concluding nationwide public hearings on the Marriage Bill, which seeks to harmonise South Africa’s marriage laws into a single regulatory framework.

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Legislative Update: Bills Before Parliament (January 2026)

Posted 31 January 2026

Parliament is currently processing 39 Bills, including recently tabled water legislation and tax-related Bills awaiting National Council of Provinces concurrence.

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Public Comment Opportunities: February 2026 Legislative Calendar

Posted 31 January 2026

National government proposals and draft legislation remain open for public submission throughout February 2026, covering various regulatory frameworks.

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Draft Military Veterans Healthcare Benefits Regulations: Public Comment Invited

Posted 30 January 2026

The Department of Military Veterans has published draft amendments to the Military Veterans Benefits Regulations, 2014, specifically targeting healthcare provisions.

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Deeds Registries Act: Regulation Amendments Gazetted

Posted 30 January 2026

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has published amendments to the regulations under the Deeds Registries Act, No. 47 of 1937, which are set to take effect on 1 March 2026.

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AI Governance and Compliance in South African Accounting Practice

Posted 30 January 2026

The integration of Generative AI into professional services requires strict adherence to the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013, to manage data privacy and professional liability risks.

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Road Accident Fund: Claims Limit Adjusted for January 2026

Posted 30 January 2026

The Road Accident Fund has adjusted the statutory limit for loss of support and income claims to R378 581.00, effective 31 January 2026.

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IPSAS 51: New Standard for Tangible Natural Resources Held for Conservation

Posted 30 January 2026

The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) has issued IPSAS 51, establishing a new framework for governments to account for tangible natural resources held for conservation purposes.

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DTIC Calls for Public Comment on Five B-BBEE Scorecard Statements

Posted 29 January 2026

The Department of Trade, Industry & Competition has issued notices calling for public input on proposed amendments to five B-BBEE scorecard code statements and their associated definitions.

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ASB Issues Exposure Draft 215: Proposed Amendments to GRAP 109

Posted 29 January 2026

The Accounting Standards Board (ASB) has released Exposure Draft (ED) 215, proposing specific amendments to the Standard of GRAP on Accounting by Principals and Agents (GRAP 109).

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Sutherland Astronomy Advantage Area: Proposed Mining Restrictions

Posted 28 January 2026

The Department of Science and Technology has gazetted a notice proposing the expansion of prohibited mining activities within the Sutherland Central Astronomy Advantage Area to include exploration and prospecting.

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SAICA Issues AI Ethics Case Studies for Professionals

Posted 28 January 2026

The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) has released a guidance document titled 'AI Ethics Case Studies (Part 1)' to assist professionals in navigating ethical challenges related to Artificial Intelligence.

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