About BizAnswers
BizAnswers exists to answer one kind of question well: the practical questions South African entrepreneurs actually ask. How do I register a company? Do I need VAT? What is a letter of good standing? What happens if I do not file my annual return?
What we do
- Question-first guides – every article answers one real business question with steps, documents, costs and deadlines.
- Free tools – calculators built on official 2026/27 rates for VAT, PAYE, UIF, turnover tax, SDL, SBC tax, CIPC fees and loans.
- A plain-language glossary – South African business lingo decoded, from EMP501 to spaza shop.
Our editorial rules
- Every regulatory page cites official South African government sources and shows a “last reviewed” date.
- We always tell you to verify with the official source before acting – rules and thresholds change.
- We do not publish generic filler. One question, one genuinely useful answer.
Important disclosure
BizAnswers is an independent, privately run information service. It is not a government department, is not affiliated with SARS, CIPC or any state body, and is not a free government service. Nothing on this site is professional tax, legal or accounting advice – consult a registered practitioner for your specific situation. If you need hands-on help filing business tax returns, a South African tax return company can assist.
Contact
Questions, corrections and glossary suggestions: contact us here.