SARS rakes in more than R2 trillion in record tax take for 2025/26:
Despite a concerted effort to combat illicit activity, SARS says the fiscus continues to lose ...
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eNCA Apr 01
SARS beats target, collects record R2 trillion in revenue: It is also for the first time in three decades that SARS has surpassed its target.
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Key FactsSARS Breaks Records with Advanced Tax Compliance
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- Under Edward Kieswetter’s leadership since 2019, SARS generated over R1.14 trillion from compliance activities.
- Compliance revenue increased to R304 billion in 2024/25, up from R260.5 billion in 2023.
- The agency employs AI and specialized units targeting tax evasion and the illicit economy to boost collections.
- Crackdowns on criminal activities significantly accelerated revenue growth and remain a strategic priority.
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