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SARS coming after directors in South Africa
New Reserve Bank rules have made SARS the gatekeeper for offshore directors’ fees, meaning non-resident directors now face stricter compliance, longer approval processes, and increased delays.
WEDNESDAY, 18 FEBRUARY 2026, 11:35

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New Reserve Bank rules have made SARS the gatekeeper for offshore directors’ fees, meaning non-resident directors now face stricter compliance, longer approval processes, and increased delays.

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Police cannot tackle the issue alone, the NCA says, and technology companies must do more.
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As foot-and-mouth disease devastates South Africa’s livestock sector, one million vaccines are set to arrive, offering a glimmer of hope for struggling farmers.

South Africa
He has been testifying before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria.

South Africa
Judge Phillip Loubser delivered the judgment in Cholota’s court bid to avoid prosecution.

South Africa
UFS found hormone-disrupting chemicals in every sanitary pad and pantyliner from brands sold in SA.

South Africa
Judgment expected in the trial within a trial in the R255 million asbestos roof removal case.
World
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg will testify in a landmark trial addressing claims that Instagram and other platforms were designed to foster addiction among young users.

World
The person temporarily banned is among a group of 34 who this week attempted to leave the camp for Australia.
World
UK police said they were “assessing” information in the Epstein files that women were trafficked by plane into Britain, as pressure grows to probe ex-prince Andrew’s links to the flights.

World
The US special envoy struck an optimistic note after the first day of talks in Geneva, but hopes for a breakthrough remain low.

Africa
The media regulator cites the spread of false information and cyber-bullying as among the reasons.

Africa
“This is the only hustle we know,” miners tell the BBC as they try their luck at the site in Springs.

Africa
It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu’s body, which remains in a South African morgue since his death.

Africa
The troops, who landed at an airfield in Bauchi state, will not take part in combat operations, officials say.

Business
South Africa’s consumer inflation has dipped to 3.5% in January 2026, supporting the SARB’s view that inflation peaked in December, opening the way for interest rate cuts.

Business
Broad Media is growing its editorial team and has great opportunities for graduates who want to work in digital media.

Business
Malcolm Charles is a Portfolio Manager at Ninety One and a financial industry veteran with over three decades of experience.

Business
The Glencore-Merafe Chrome joint venture may need to cut jobs, claiming that its discounted energy prices are not enough to keep its operations afloat.

Politics
ActionSA distances itself from Xhakaza’s statement appointing Xolani Khumalo as MMC in Ekurhuleni

Politics
ANC in Limpopo concludes its PEC Lekgotla, leaders emphasised the need for decisive action

Politics
The Mayor of Ekurhuleni has reshuffled the city’s Mayoral Committee. The reason is still unclear.

Politics
Hlabisa was speaking at the State of the Nation Address Debate in Cape Town.

Sport
South Africa fine-tune their preparations for the T20 World Cup Super 8s by cruising to a six-wicket win against the United Arab Emirates.

Sport
Rugby Special pundits Chris Ashton and John Barclay look ahead to all the week three fixtures in the 2026 Six Nations.

Sport
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou insists victories over Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs alone will not secure the league.

Sport
Hull KR made history with a domestic treble in 2025 and now target world domination in Thursday’s decider with NRL premiers Brisbane Broncos.
Education
[Nile Post] Early childhood educators and headteachers from Buganda Kingdom schools have received specialized training on effective teaching methods aimed at improving learning outcomes for young children this academic year.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the inaugural graduation ceremony of the National Intelligence and Research University (NIRU), marking a historic milestone for the institution and Africa’s growing intelligence and security education landscape.
Education
The green card holder from the West Bank had been detained during a citizenship appointment.
Education
Marco Rubio reminds an audience in Munich of what still unites us.

Lifestyle
The braai, South Africa’s social tradition, continues to bring friends and family together. But while the coals are hot, so too are prices.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The EFF and many social media users have publicly ridiculed Minister Gayton McKenzie, whose blunder in parliament went viral…

Lifestyle
Marise Pollard, the wife of Springbok Handre Pollard, celebrated their baby girl’s first milestone in an adorable video. Take a look…

Entertainment
Gogo Skhotheni first announced the breakup in January 2024.

Entertainment
The SA side remained unbeaten after four matches in the tournament.

Entertainment
A father of three and grandfather of 10 has bagged millions that will change his family’s life.

Entertainment
Trading and wheeling at stake.

Science/Tech
Reliable long-life IoT networks like Sigfox form the hidden foundation of scalable AI systems across industries.

Science/Tech
Government has announced a number of measures to help South Africa’s ailing film and television industry.

Science/Tech
Vibe coding and AI agents are upending software development — and the implications for jobs are profound, says iqbusiness’s Morgan Goddard.

Science/Tech
A promotion on Amazon SA’s website advertising a steam iron at the “lowest price of the year” has been found to be misleading.

Motoring
The “baby Toyota Prado” SUV is coming to South Africa very soon.

Motoring
The “baby Toyota Prado” SUV is coming to South Africa very soon.

Motoring
The launch of the highly anticipated VW Golf 8.5 GTI has been delayed due to South Africa’s poor petrol quality.

Motoring
These are the lowest prices you can expect to pay for a last-minute flight from Joburg to Cape Town this February.

Health
Some health boards have told people using the painkiller to begin reducing their tablets by one a week.
Health
In the Lost Science series, scientists whose jobs or funding have been cut by the Trump administration tell their stories.
Health
Kathleen Chalfant, Elizabeth Marvel, April Matthis and other actors deliver top-notch performances in a play that leaves questions unanswered.

Health
Farmer Sam Stables walks from Herefordshire to London to raise awareness of mental health.