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PAYE, UIF, SDL, COIDA, and all employer statutory obligations.

South African Black male HR manager reviewing payroll updates and tax bracket changes on a laptop
Payroll· 7 min read

PAYE and Payroll Updates for 2026/27: What Every South African Employer Must Action Now

Budget 2026 updated PAYE brackets and medical credits for 2026/27. Here is what employers must update on payroll and what to do if you missed the EMP501 deadline.

10 Jun 2026Read
Black South African payroll professional reviewing annual EMP501 reconciliation documents at a Johannesburg office
SARS Compliance· 8 min read

EMP501 Annual Reconciliation: What South African Employers Must Submit Before May Deadline

The EMP501 annual payroll reconciliation is due at the end of May. Here is what it covers, how it works, what happens when it does not match your EMP201 submissions, and why errors attract immediate SARS attention.

29 May 2026Read
South African Black male employer reviewing COIDA compliance paperwork at his office desk
SARS Compliance· 7 min read

ROE 2026: Every South African Employer Must Submit by 30 June

The Return of Earnings deadline is 30 June 2026. If you employ staff in South Africa, here is exactly what to submit, how to calculate your assessment, and what penalties apply for late filing.

29 May 2026Read
South African HR professional reviewing employer compliance documentation at a desk
SARS Compliance· 8 min read

COIDA and the Return of Earnings: A Complete Guide for South African Employers

Every employer registered with the Compensation Fund must submit a Return of Earnings annually. Here is exactly what COIDA requires, what ROE means, how to calculate it, and what happens if you miss the deadline.

19 May 2026Read
South African business owner reviewing workplace safety documentation in an office
SARS Compliance· 7 min read

Workmen's Compensation in South Africa: What Every Employer Must Know

When an employee is injured at work or contracts an occupational disease, your obligations under COIDA are immediate. This guide covers reporting, claims, employer duties, and how to protect your business.

19 May 2026Read
Diverse South African business team reviewing payroll and employer compliance obligations
SARS Compliance· 5 min read

PAYE, UIF, and SDL Explained: A Guide for First-Time Employers

When you hire your first employee, these three obligations kick in immediately. Here is exactly what they mean and how to stay compliant from day one.

05 Nov 2024Read

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