How Individuals Are Taxed in South Africa
Personal Income Tax
Introduction
Taxation forms the backbone of public administration and infrastructure funding in South Africa. For every individual, understanding personal income tax is not merely academic – it’s essential for sound financial planning and compliance. In this article, TickBirds Certified Business Accountants breaks down the concept of personal income tax, explains why it is collected, details what the government does with the revenue, and offers practical tools to leverage tax credits, reduce liability, and even secure a refund from SARS.
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