Tax Planning Strategies for Small Business Owners

As a small business owner in South Africa, managing your tax responsibilities effectively is key to maintaining financial health. By adopting smart tax planning strategies, you can reduce your tax burden and keep your business running smoothly. Here are some practical strategies to consider: 1. Utilise Allowable Deductions One of the simplest ways to reduce […]
Move beyond compliance – Let auditing drive your business forward
Traditionally, auditors focused on ensuring financial statements met regulatory standards. While this remains essential, today’s business environment demands more. At Zuydam, we believe auditing is no longer just about compliance. It’s about helping your business thrive with smarter, data-driven decisions. Our audit and advisory services are designed to give you clarity, uncover hidden risks, and […]
The Big Release 2024
Welcome to “The Big Release 2024,” a pivotal year that marks a significant transformation for our organisation. This year, we’re doing more than just introducing new products; we’re bringing to life your dreams and aspirations. We’re dedicated to realising the visions and goals that inspire you, turning them into tangible realities. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey, where innovation meets aspiration, and where your dreams become our blueprint for the future.
Pursue your purpose with passionate people
Looking to kickstart your accounting career? Zuydam Konsult presents a golden opportunity for aspiring SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, and SAIT graduates. Why Zuydam Konsult? Step into a world where innovation and passion redefine work. Zuydam Konsult stands out for its dynamic financial and business advisory services, tailored for small- and medium-sized businesses. As part of our […]
Bribes, penalties, and fines: Don’t expect help from SARS
The meeting went on longer than you expected, and now you’re rushing to get to your next appointment. It’s a new client, and a successful deal will be lucrative both for your company and this month’s commission cheque. But not five minutes after you get onto the freeway, some plod with a hairdryer in his […]
Corporate governance – Dividends
A dividend is the distribution of a reward from a portion of the company’s earnings and is paid to a class of its shareholders. Dividends are decided and managed by the company’s board of directors, though they must be approved by the shareholders through their voting rights. Dividends can be issued as cash payments, as […]
Cybersecurity in your business starts with you
As a business owner in the digital age, one of the best things that you can do to gear yourself for the future of your industry is to learn how to protect your business and its interests from cyber threats that could lead to damages on a large scale. One of the most frequent minor inconveniences we face in the modern age […]
Do the right thing for your business this youth month
It was Nelson Mandela that famously said, “The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow”. And although some years have passed since his death, his words still echo true. How we treat our youth (legally defined in South Africa as people between the ages of 15-35) will have a lasting impact on the growth of our country and even local businesses. Staggeringly, […]
Why investing in youth is good for your business
It was Nelson Mandela that famously said, “The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow”. And although some years have passed since his death, his words still echo true. How we treat our youth (legally defined in South Africa as people between the ages of 15-35) will have a lasting impact on the growth of our country and even local businesses. Staggeringly, […]
Cybersecurity in your business starts with you
As a business owner in the digital age, one of the best things that you can do to gear yourself for the future of your industry is to learn how to protect your business and its interests from cyber threats that could lead to damages on a large scale. One of the most frequent minor inconveniences we face in the modern age […]