Tax updates Aug 7 in the Africa Tax Journal, incl. the latest July 2018 S.Africa PwC tax case synopsis

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PwC provides a great summary each month of key tax cases in South Africa.

This edition deals with these important judgments:

The SARSThe South African Revenue Service (SARS) is the official tax authority responsible for the administration and enforcement of tax laws in South Africa. It plays a crucial role in managing the country’s fiscal policy by collecting revenue, administering customs, and ensuring compliance with tax legislation. Established under the South African Revenue Service Act, No. 34 of 1997, SARS functions independently... discretion with trading stock – Tax Court, in Case No. 13626 (judgment delivered on 18 May 2018), the court was asked to consider whether the adoption of IFRS principles was a satisfactory reason and whether the methods applied resulted in a just and reasonable diminution in the value of the trading stock;
Tax complianceTax Compliance refers to the adherence of individuals and businesses to the tax laws and regulations of a specific jurisdiction. It encompasses the timely and accurate filing of tax returns, the payment of tax liabilities, and ensuring that all tax-related obligations are met as stipulated by legislation. Compliance involves more than just submitting tax forms; it includes maintaining accurate financial... status – Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria in the matter of Red Ant Security Relocation and Eviction Services (Pty) Ltd v Commissioner for the South African Revenue Services (Case No. 2999/18, judgment delivered 21 May 2018), in which the rights, duties and obligations were considered;
A decision based on procedural issues rather than the merits -Western Cape Tax Court in ITC 1904 (2018) 80 SATC 194.

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