A Boost For Foreigners Investing in South African Companies

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In this episode, Bowmans' tax experts discuss the principle of tax-free returns on equity invested in South African companies, known as 'contributed tax capital'. Discover how anti-avoidance legislation aimed at curbing certain transactions affecting 'contributed tax capital' has raised concerns over its broad impact on legitimate deals. Explore Treasury's pledge to reassess the legislation and its implications.
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