As a business owner, it’s important to understand what counts as a deductible expense, how to document it, and how to legally lower your taxable income. In this blog post, we break down the top deductions available to South African businesses to help you apply these to your own business.

Tax season often feels overwhelming—especially when you're unsure of what deductions you’re entitled to. But here’s the good news: South African tax law allows individual taxpayers to claim a range of deductions that can significantly reduce your taxable income and, in turn, your tax liability. This blog post breaks down the most common individual tax deductions in South Africa with tips on how to claim each one.