2025 and beyond – workforce trends shaping the future
Driven by technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and evolving organisational models in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the following workforce trends are shaping industries across the globe, including South Africa: 1. Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation AI and automation are transforming workplaces by streamlining operations, enhancing productivity, and redefining the focus of key roles. While […]
Cyber criminals now fluent in Afrikaans (with the help of artificial intelligence (“AI”))
Cyber security threats are a constant concern for businesses of all sizes. Data breaches, malware attacks, and phishing scams can disrupt operations, damage reputations, and result in significant financial losses. Effective defensive cyber security strategies involve the use of technology, processes, and protocols to protect an organisation’s computer networks, devices, and sensitive data from malicious […]
Foreword
The third quarter of 2025 has been marked by significant economic developments directly affecting the business landscape. Locally, the Reserve Bank’s decision to lower the repo rate by 25 basis points, a stronger rand, and a slight easing in inflation have provided some relief to businesses. Improvements in electricity supply and a renewed focus on […]
2025 Tax season deadlines and auto-assessment processes and changes
2025 Tax season deadlines The 2025 filing season for individual taxpayers and trusts will open on 7 July 2025. The criteria and submission deadlines are indicated below: Non-provisional taxpayers who will be automatically assessed. 7 July 2025 to 20 July 2025 Non-provisional taxpayers not liable for provisional tax payments and who will not be automatically […]
ASL Staff news
New appointments ASL is pleased to welcome three new team members. In March 2025, we welcomed Anelle de Koker to the team as our Office Administration and FICA Officer. In this role, Anelle is responsible for overseeing the FICA compliance process and providing essential administrative support to the office administration department. She brings with her […]
2025 Xero Roadshow: Innovation, Integration, and Insights
On 21 May 2025, the ASL Business Solutions team, accompanied by some of our partners and associates, attended the Xero Roadshow in Cape Town. This premier event brought together South Africa’s accounting and business communities to explore the latest developments in cloud-based solutions, automation, and advisory strategies. The energy at the Cape Town International Convention […]
Who needs a will and the importance thereof
Wherever you go, your will should follow… Assets come in many forms – from the small amount of spending money in your bank account, to the deposit saved up for a home, or the house itself and its contents, the shiny new car or the trustworthy one that never lets you down, or even the […]
RLA compliance for importers and exporters: Urgent action required to avoid disruptions
First introduced by SARS in 2020, the Registration, Licensing and Accreditation (RLA) platform provides a digital facility for Customs and Excise clients to register, license, and manage their profiles. The system has since undergone several enhancements and now serves as SARS’s central platform for all Customs client registrations and updates. In accordance with the Customs […]
Defensive cyber security strategies every business needs
Cyber security threats are a constant concern for businesses of all sizes. Data breaches, malware attacks, and phishing scams can disrupt operations, damage reputations, and result in significant financial losses. Effective defensive cyber security strategies involve the use of technology, processes, and protocols to protect an organisation’s computer networks, devices, and sensitive data from malicious […]
Fringe Benefits
Fringe benefits are a common and often valuable component of employee compensation packages in South Africa. These non-cash perks – such as interest-free loans, long service awards and the right of use of a motor vehicle – can significantly increase an employee’s total remuneration. However, the tax treatment of fringe benefits is frequently misunderstood or […]