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3 Things That Happen On The Date You Cease To Be A South African Tax Resident
So what happens to you on the date that you cease to be a South African tax resident? What does ...
Real Talk: Top Reasons South Africans Are Moving to America
There’s nothing quite like a pandemic to give you a dose of perspective to re-examine your priorities and come to ...
Comments on the proposed Draft Taxation Law Amendments Bill (TLAB), 2020
The focus and intent of this document is to collaborate with National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) ...
Jody Schekter: A Blast from the Past
If you hear the name Jody Schekter, do you know who he is? The thing about Jody Schekter is that ...
Bobotie Meatballs: For the Modern South African Expat
What is one of the most “South African” dishes you can think of? For most people, bobotie comes to mind ...
Die Heuwels Fantasties
Moving to another country means exposure to an entirely new broad set of music, doesn’t it? No more turning on ...
Mussels in White Wine: South African Edition
The thought of mussels in white wine just screams of a South African summer, doesn’t it? There’s certainly that summery ...
Heritage Day South Africa
Heritage Day aka Braai Day is tomorrow (24 September) and it couldn’t come at a better time for South Africa ...
The Expat’s Guide To: Claiming Your Inheritance Money in South Africa
If you’ve recently had a loved one pass away, there’s a chance that there’s an inheritance waiting for you back ...
A Simple South African Braai Side: Stuffed Mushrooms
Ah, the good old fashioned braai mushroom! We’ve all have a taste of one of these at some point in ...
Living in Ireland vs South Africa
Ireland has never really been a frontrunner when it comes to top places to emigrate (and financially emigrate) to from ...
Living Annuity 101: Here’s What You Need to Know
Preparing adequately for your retirement is a worthy goal, the importance of which cannot be underestimated. There are a variety ...
Amarula Cheesecake
Do you want to experience a truly sensational taste of Africa simply melt in your mouth? Amarula cheesecake is the ...
South African Expat Tax: Are You Liable or Exempt?
Recent changes to South Africa’s tax laws have caused a bit of panic and confusion in the expat community. Previously ...
How do I Open a Non-Resident Bank Account in South Africa if I Live Abroad?
If you’re a South African living abroad and you’ve been doing your homework on the ins and outs of financial ...
BBQ Chakalaka Chicken
What’s the perfect accompaniment to meat, bread, pap, potatoes, and stew? Chakalaka, of course! Every South African knows all about ...
How many South Africans live in Australia?
As it turns out, psychology is very much at play when moving to a new country… Psychology tells us that ...
MP 336(b) Form: What It Is & Why You Need It
When it comes to the South African Reserve Bank, there’s a form for everything, and for everything a form. That ...
Should expats cash in their South African retirement funds before 1 March 2021?
If you are a South African working and/or living abroad, it is prudent to be reminded of the imminent tax ...
Gary Player: Legendary South African Golf Player
Gary Player aka Black Night is not a new name to the born and bred South Africa! Gary Player is ...
Rolene Strauss: Where is She Now?
Rolene Strauss is a name that hasn’t come up in the media too often of late. One has to wonder ...
