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SARS has collected R1.855 trillion for 2024/25 financial year.

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GUEST – Edward Kieswetter - SARS commissioner.
SARS has reached a significant milestone, collecting over R1.8 trillion, R1.855 trillion to be exact, surpassing the budget estimates by nearly R9 billion. Join us as we speak with SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter to discuss where this record revenue came from, including the impact of improved compliance measures, personal income tax growth, and the performance of corporate and indirect taxes.
1 Apr 2025 7AM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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