02/08/17 TaxAlert: Investment Aid - Applying for investment aid on a new investment project Undertakings that qualify for Investment Aid in terms of the new regulations and guidelines as detailed in our newsletter on Investment Aid Tax Credits
15/05/17 Cyber security alert The cyber security attack that started last Friday has dominated the headlines around the world. This reflects the power and reach of the latest mutation of malware spread around a connected world.
12/05/17 Changes impacting annual reports A number of fundamental changes have come into force that impact statutory audits. EU legislation as well as the new International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) introduce a new reporting framework for the statutory auditor. The new audit report has a new structure and revised content and also introduces new reporting requirements for the statutory audit in relation to other information accompanying the financial statements, including the directors’ report. These laws/ regulation will apply to 31 December 2016 year ends.
Is the rise of Pan-African banking the next big thing in Sub-Saharan Africa? Is the rise of Pan-African banking the next big thing in Sub-Saharan Africa? This month’s Global Economy Watch looks at the expansion of pan-African banking and the potential benefits to the region. It also takes a look at how the Fed plans to unwind their unconventional monetary policy, and the growth possibilities for European tourism. James Loughridge, Economist.
The new post-filing index sub-indicator Neville Howlett and Tom Dane talk about the introduction of the new sub-indicator in the Paying Taxes study - the post-filing index. The report looks at two post-filing processes; obtaining a VAT refund and correcting a corporate income tax return and dealing with any corresponding tax.
Tomorrow's leaders today - 20th CEO Survey, AIESEC cut This year’s landmark 20th CEO Survey canvassed the views of over 1,300 CEOs about the impact of globalisation and technological change on the business world, and what the future may hold. But what about the leaders of tomorrow – what are they thinking, and what do they believe business should do to make a positive difference?