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The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has released an Exposure Draft proposing significant revisions to the Code of Professional Conduct to incorporate ethics and independence standards for sustainability assurance.
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has published draft data models aligned with the IFRS 2025 Taxonomy and a proposed sustainability extension for public review. The CIPC has introduced technical enhancements to its B-BBEE registration platform, incorporating Sector Charter Councils, SIC codes, and specific distinctions for non-South African Black ownership.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has made an initial determination that South Africa has substantially completed its action plan to address anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing deficiencies. The Standing Committee on Finance has issued a call for written submissions regarding the South African Reserve Bank Amendment Bill, which proposes the full nationalisation of the central bank. The Department of Military Veterans has published draft regulations under the Military Veterans Act, No. 18 of 2011, detailing the formal procedures for burial support applications. Parliament has called for public comment on four legislative proposals, including amendments to the Income Tax Act and the repeal of the Municipal Demarcation Act, with a submission deadline of 30 June 2025. National Treasury and the Presidency have issued statements detailing progress on South Africa’s independent electricity transmission programme and broader economic recovery initiatives. The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development has invited written submissions on the Judicial Matters Amendment Bill, with a deadline of 10 July 2025.
The Institute of Directors South Africa has released guidance on the role of audit committees concerning reportable irregularities under the Auditing Profession Act, No. 26 of 2005.
SARS has announced the 2025 tax season filing dates, setting a deadline of 20 October 2025 for manual amendments to auto-assessments.
The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) has released Exposure Draft (ED) 93, proposing amendments to the definition of material within IPSAS 1, IPSAS 3, and the Conceptual Framework. The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has issued a notice calling for public comment on proposed revisions to the Code of Professional Conduct for Registered Auditors to align with international standards. The Plant Breeders’ Rights Act, No. 12 of 2018, has officially commenced, repealing the 1976 Act and introducing new regulations and fee structures. The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has gazetted the explanatory summary of the General (Family) Laws Amendment Bill, 2025, which proposes amendments to the Divorce Act, No. 70 of 1979. The Older Persons Amendment Act has been gazetted following its signing into law, introducing new provisions for temporary safe care and institutional compliance. The National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Act, No. 13 of 2024, has officially come into force following a presidential proclamation, aligning South African nuclear safety standards with international best practices.
The Institute of Directors South Africa has released a position paper outlining seven critical items for audit committees to consider before recommending financial statements for board approval.
The Department of Employment and Labour has extended the submission deadline for the 2024 Return of Earnings (ROE) to 31 July 2025, providing administrative relief for employers filing for the period ending 28 February 2025.
The Information Regulator has issued a reminder to heads of public and private bodies regarding the mandatory submission of annual reports under the Promotion of Access to Information Act, No. 2 of 2000.
The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has released a synthesis of academic literature on organizational culture and behavior as part of its Firm Culture and Governance project. The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has released a Feedback Statement following its post-implementation review of South African Assurance Engagements Practice Statement (SAAEPS) 1. The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has released a draft integrated framework for social facilitation aimed at standardising community engagement to prevent project disruptions. The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has gazetted draft amendments to the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, 2002, alongside a subsequent erratum notice correcting proposed changes to sections 11 and 17. Parliament is currently processing 36 Bills, including replacement legislation tabled alongside the revised 2025/26 Budget.The views expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Acts Online. Acts Online accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or fairness of the article, nor does the information contained herein constitute advice, legal or otherwise.
