Political Party Funding Act: Regulatory Amendments Gazetted

Posted 28 November 2025

Substantive amendments to the regulations under the Political Party Funding Act, No. 6 of 2018, have been gazetted and are now in force.

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Draft Regulations: Hate Crimes & Hate Speech Act

Posted 28 November 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has invited public comment on draft regulations intended to operationalise the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Act, No. 9 of 2024.

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IFRS Foundation Issues Educational Module 9 for SMEs

Posted 28 November 2025

The IFRS Foundation has released a new educational module to support the implementation of Section 9 of the third edition of the IFRS for SMEs Accounting Standard, focusing on consolidated and separate financial statements.

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IASB Issues Amendments to IAS 21 for Hyperinflationary Currency Translation

Posted 27 November 2025

The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued narrow-scope amendments to IAS 21 to clarify the translation of financial statements from a non-hyperinflationary currency into a hyperinflationary presentation currency.

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Competition Commission: Final Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry Report

Posted 26 November 2025

The Competition Commission has released its final report on the Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry, establishing enforceable remedies for global tech giants and funding packages for South African news media.

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Madlanga Commission: New Reporting Deadlines Gazetted

Posted 26 November 2025

A presidential proclamation has amended the terms of reference for the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, extending the final report deadline to 31 August 2026.

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Performing Animals Protection Amendment Bill Rejected

Posted 26 November 2025

The National Assembly’s Agriculture Committee has rejected the Performing Animals Protection Amendment Bill, which sought to regulate access for disability assistance animals.

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National Treasury Proposes 20% Online Gambling Tax

Posted 25 November 2025

National Treasury has released a discussion paper proposing a 20% unified national online gambling tax on gross gambling revenue, with the public comment deadline extended to 27 February 2026.

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ICASA Inquiry: New Individual Network Service Licenses

Posted 25 November 2025

ICASA has commenced an inquiry into the merits of issuing new individual electronic communications network service (I-ECNS) licenses, with a revised commentary deadline of 16 February 2026.

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National Treasury Issues New PPP Guidelines for FCCL and Unsolicited Proposals

Posted 25 November 2025

National Treasury has issued comprehensive guidelines for Fiscal Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (FCCL) and Unsolicited Bid Proposals (USP) to strengthen the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) regulatory framework.

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Legal Practice Council: Proposed and Finalised Rule Changes

Posted 24 November 2025

The Legal Practice Council has called for comments on three proposed rule amendments and finalised a fourth regarding enrollment conversion.

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IPID: Draft Regulations Gazetted for Comment

Posted 24 November 2025

The Department of Police has invited public comment on draft regulations under the Independent Police Investigative Directorate Act, No. 1 of 2011, to align with recent legislative amendments.

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GBVF Declared a National Disaster under Disaster Management Act

Posted 24 November 2025

The Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs has gazetted a notice declaring gender-based violence and femicide a national disaster under the Disaster Management Act, No. 57 of 2002.

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DoEL Notice: Compliance with Electrical Installation Regulations and CoCs

Posted 21 November 2025

The Department of Employment and Labour has issued a notice reminding property owners and electrical contractors of their statutory obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act regarding Certificates of Compliance.

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Plant Improvement Act, 2018: Commencement Date Announced

Posted 21 November 2025

The Presidency has announced that the Plant Improvement Act, No. 11 of 2018, will come into operation on 1 December 2025, repealing the 1976 Act and introducing a modernised regulatory framework for plant quality and variety control.

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COIDA: Compensation Fund Issues Fraud Alert on Service Offerings

Posted 21 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a formal alert regarding fraudulent entities posing as official representatives to offer services under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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Liquor Products Act: Proposed Regulatory Amendments

Posted 20 November 2025

The Department of Agriculture has invited public comment on proposed amendments to regulations under the Liquor Products Act, No. 60 of 1989, concerning the wine of origin scheme and production standards.

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Decriminalisation and Regulation of Sex Work Bill: Consultation Update

Posted 20 November 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is progressing with the Decriminalisation and Regulation of Sex Work Bill, which seeks to repeal specific provisions of the Sexual Offences Act, 1957 and the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007.

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National Treasury Calls for 2026/27 Technical Tax Proposals

Posted 20 November 2025

National Treasury has invited stakeholders to submit technical tax proposals for consideration in the 2026/27 Budget Review, specifically for inclusion in Annexure C.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued an urgent alert to employers regarding fraudulent activities and scams involving the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [806cea]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued an urgent warning to employers regarding fraudulent schemes involving the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [906eab]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has alerted employers to fraudulent schemes targeting the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [25c438]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a warning to employers regarding fraudulent activities and scams related to the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [7cf448]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued a warning regarding fraudulent activities and scams involving the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, No. 130 of 1993.

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COIDA: Scam Alert Regarding Letters of Good Standing [c2ce7c]

Posted 19 November 2025

The Compensation Fund has issued an urgent warning to employers regarding fraudulent schemes targeting the issuance of Letters of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

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