South Africa

Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

SARS Tightens the Net on Crypto Punters from 1 March 2026

From 1 March 2026, SARS will plug crypto and offshore financial data into global exchange systems, making it easier to match trading activity to tax returns — including for bettors using crypto rails.
Financial News
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Tsogo Sun Approved to Relocate Caledon Casino Licence to Somerset West

A decade-long plan to move a Western Cape casino licence has been approved, setting up Tsogo Sun’s next big land-based project near Cape Town.
Legal
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South Africa’s Sibaya Casino Powers Ahead with Solar Sustainability and Operational Growth

Sibaya Casino’s 2.5MWp solar carports now cover around 60% of power needs, reducing diesel reliance during load-shedding and supporting smoother operations.
Industry
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South Africa Extends Public Comment Deadline on Proposed Online Gambling Tax

National Treasury has pushed back the deadline for public comments on its draft online gambling tax proposals, giving stakeholders until 27 February 2026 to respond.
Financial News
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

CT Interactive Grows South Africa Presence via Aardvark Technologies

CT Interactive has signed a strategic content deal with Aardvark Technologies that takes 20 of its most popular online slot titles live in South Africa’s regulated iGaming market.
Industry
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Tsogo Sun sells its City Lodge stake and reports a R30m loss

Tsogo Sun reduced its City Lodge holding after an October 2025 sale, recording a R30m loss and signalling a tighter focus on core assets.
Industry
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South African Treasury Department Proposes 20% Online Gambling Tax

South Africa’s National Treasury has proposed a new 20% tax on online gambling revenue. We break down the proposal and its potential impact.
Financial News