Annually, every company must file an Annual Return and a Beneficial Ownership with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) using the prescribed forms. For business owners in South Africa, this blog provides you with an explanation of why each is required and what needs to be provided.

Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) products have gained rapid traction in South Africa by positioning themselves as simple payment tools rather than credit. This trend is not unique to South Africa as internationally BNPL has taken off like credit on steroids.

We provide an overview of the essential filing and payment deadlines mandated by key regulatory bodies, including SARS, CIPC, and the Information Regulator.