Payroll Resources for South African Businesses
PAYE, UIF, SDL, COIDA, and all employer statutory obligations.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.
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SARS compliance, eFiling registrations, and submissions.
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VAT registration, returns, input and output tax.
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