http://www.pwc.com/za PricewaterhouseCoopers South Africa: Latest publications, press releases from our industry experts en-en 2008 PricewaterhouseCoopers South Africa http://www.pwc.com/images/topnav/pwc.gif http://www.pwc.com http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/F4680B8AC8EDE323802574A50042F00D For the second consecutive year, PricewaterhouseCoopers has been voted the 'Top Brand' in its category in the annual Sunday Times/Markinor Top Brands Survey for 2008. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/F4680B8AC8EDE323802574A50042F00D Tue, 14 August 2008 http://www.pwc.com//extweb/pwcpublications.nsf/docid/3F9BC28C197DEF17802574A500544882 In looking at the continuous and evolving developments in our country, the demand for improved service delivery is still a primary prerequisite for South Africans; particularly those living in under-developed areas. >http://www.pwc.com//extweb/pwcpublications.nsf/docid/3F9BC28C197DEF17802574A500544882 Tue, 14 August 2008 http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/FE9BDB6D7C1599F38025746B00481D33 Press Release - A report by PricewaterhouseCoopers, ‘Mine – As good as it gets?' - The fifth annual report provides a comprehensive analysis of the financial performance and position of the global mining industry and also discusses current trends in the global mining industry. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/FE9BDB6D7C1599F38025746B00481D33 Tue, 17 June 2008 http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/6DDEAF054B61866A80257466005323B8 Forest, paper and packaging (FPP) companies are adjusting to a changing environment, according to CEO Perspectives, launched today 12 June 2008 by PricewaterhouseCoopers. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/6DDEAF054B61866A80257466005323B8 Thu, 12 June 2008 http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/C2FCF22EE15E6F8980257456002B5B73 Indian companies expanding into SA perceive the country to be an excellent investment destination and a \“gateway\” to Africa and African investment. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/C2FCF22EE15E6F8980257456002B5B73 Tue, 27 May 2008 http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/FA4451B48E475AEB80257444003042AA Tax Freedom Day is the day on which the average South African taxpayer has earned enough money to cover this year\’s tax bill and can start spending money on himself or herself. In effect the total earnings of the average South African taxpayer from 1 January 2008 to 11 May 2008 is equal to the total taxes that they have to pay for 2008. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/FA4451B48E475AEB80257444003042AA Thu, 08 May 2008 http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/9A4EE22113E08A058025744100281D77 Turmoil in global financial markets has completely transformed the risk landscape, according to the latest \‘Banking Banana Skins\’ survey conducted by the Centre for the Study of Financial Innovation, in association with PricewaterhouseCoopers.The survey has also observed a sharp rise in concern over shortage in liquidity. However, in South Africa, this rated seventh in areas of concern. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/9A4EE22113E08A058025744100281D77 Tue, 06 May 2008 http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/559A62551C0C454580257430006987FE In this case, the taxpayer had invoiced a client for two amounts in respect of fees for professional services rendered, the first for some R20 million and the second for some R12 million. The latter amount, but not the former, had been paid by the client. The taxpayer disclosed both amounts in his income tax return lodged with SARS as income that had “accrued”. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/559A62551C0C454580257430006987FE Wed, 16 April 2008 http://www.pwc.com/Extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/AE59032020A0DDB5802574300068D9CC We are seeing greater digital convergence than ever before, as evidenced by the integration of computers, telephones, recording and broadcast technologies, all leading to newer and more effective means of communication. The traditional BBC is now broadcasting on the Internet, Apple Computers supplies digital music and video downloads, Google is more of an advertising company than a search engine and Microsoft has proclaimed it is a media, not an IT, company. The traditional divides between those in technology, those in information and communications, and those in entertainment and media have become extremely blurred. http://www.pwc.com/Extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/AE59032020A0DDB5802574300068D9CC Mon, 14 April 2008 http://www.pwc.com/Extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/63C1B703B502D6CB8025743000682464 The taxability of profits made on the sale of any kind of asset depends, to a considerable extent, on the intention of the taxpayer at the time the property was acquired. http://www.pwc.com/Extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/63C1B703B502D6CB8025743000682464 Mon, 07 April 2008 http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/AFAE44FB194D71628025743000672013 The survey is based on the responses of over 80 corporates in various industries, including those in services, manufacturing, and banking and financial services. It profiles the tax risk management trends and perceptions amongst businesses in India and provides insight for lawmakers, taxpayers and advisors on how to strengthen their own practices of managing and dealing with tax risk. http://www.pwc.com/extweb/ncpressrelease.nsf/docid/AFAE44FB194D71628025743000672013 Thu, 03 April 2008