{"id":12583,"date":"2026-02-27T06:29:33","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T06:29:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theaccountary.com\/?p=12583"},"modified":"2026-02-27T06:29:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T06:29:35","slug":"2026-budget-speech-what-it-means-for-small-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theaccountary.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/27\/2026-budget-speech-what-it-means-for-small-business\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Budget Speech: What It Means for Small Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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In this year\u2019s budget speech, Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the welcome news that both red tape and tax will become a lot less onerous for small businesses. In this article, we will explain how exactly these changes will affect your day-to-day operations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tax changes: VAT threshold increases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What does the VAT threshold increase mean for my small business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The big news for small business is around value-added tax (VAT). Until this year, small businesses that earned R1m or more in turnover were expected to register for VAT. In cases where the pricing strategy can\u2019t absorb it, this 15% tax is passed on to customers in the form of price increases. In return, VAT-registered businesses can claim back the VAT they paid in the course of doing business from other VAT-registered vendors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

VAT registration places an administrative burden on small businesses. Returns have to be submitted monthly or bi-monthly and small enterprises often can\u2019t afford the cost of compliance. Registration also increases audit risk. VAT-registered businesses have to be particularly diligent in record-keeping, again adding to their administrative burden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increasing the threshold from R1m to R2.3m means businesses that have a turnover of under R2.3m aren\u2019t legally obligated to register for VAT. Small businesses with limited manpower are relieved of the administrative effort of remaining compliant. It can also make products and services offered by these businesses 15% cheaper relative to other VAT-registered businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the downside, small businesses that aren\u2019t VAT-registered can\u2019t claim input VAT, making their input costs 15% more expensive when dealing with VAT-registered suppliers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What if I\u2019m below the R2.3m threshold and I\u2019m already registered for VAT?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Companies that fall below the new VAT threshold will be allowed to deregister subject to SARS approval and potential output VAT adjustments. Deregistration will allow these companies to bring down their prices and remove the compliance burden from their day-to-day bookkeeping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What if I want to register for VAT but my turnover is under R2.3m?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Small businesses that will benefit greatly from input VAT claims can still register voluntarily, providing they meet SARS criteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Capital Gains Tax threshold increases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What are my capital gains tax requirements if I sell my business to retire?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If a business owner over the age of 55 sells a business with a market value of under R15m, the first R2.7m of capital gain realised from the sale is exempt from capital gains tax (CGT). That means business owners only have to pay CGT on capital gains amounts over R2.7m when the business is sold. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Previously, the exemption was capped for businesses with a market value of R10m and the capital gains exemption was R1.8m. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This change is good news for owners who are ready to step back from their businesses. It also opens the door for entrepreneurs looking to acquire established businesses from retiring founders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does the withdrawal of proposed tax increases mean for my business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Minister Godongwana was applauded for his focus on tax compliance instead of tax increases. These efficiencies mean that the R20bn additional taxes proposed in the May 2025 budget will not be implemented. For your small business, this means no unexpected tax hikes or levies will be introduced. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also significant for your customers. Because income tax brackets will increase with inflation, individuals will remain in the same tax bracket if they receive inflationary salary increases. This doesn\u2019t directly translate into more money in the taxpayer\u2019s pocket, but it does decrease some of the tax burden on individuals, which could have a positive knock-on effect for small businesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Better infrastructure creates a better business environment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How will payments modernisation benefit my business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The minister announced the establishment of PayInc: payment infrastructure that will facilitate high-value and retail transactions. In the short term, this innovation will result in faster card settlements, improved real-time payments and payments that will clear sooner. From an accounting perspective, fewer payment delays mean better cash flow and less reliance on debt facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the future, this development could encourage more competition among payment providers, resulting in lower transaction fees, more affordable point-of-sale solutions and improved e-commerce solutions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the impact of structural reforms like these isn\u2019t felt immediately, doing business becomes easier in an environment where basic infrastructure reliably exists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bad news: fuel levies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although the speech gave small business owners hope, it wasn\u2019t all good news. The fuel price increase in particular could have a negative effect on small businesses. The general fuel levy will increase by 9c\/litre for petrol and 8c\/litre for diesel. The carbon fuel and Road Accident Fund levies will also increase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A fuel price increase could result in a direct increase in your input costs, which could require pricing adjustments on your end. It can also impact your cash flow forecasting. If you suspect this might have a big impact on your business, it\u2019s a good idea to speak to your accountant about any cash flow adjustments you might need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time in many years, the budget reflected an intent to ease the burden of doing business in South Africa. Tax concessions for small business owners will reduce the cost of doing business and facilitate a transfer of enterprise that is more beneficial to sellers looking to retire. A slightly lighter tax burden on individuals will bolster spending and promote growth. A more stable environment with reliable infrastructure, should it be delivered, can free small business owners to focus on growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently asked questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What is the new VAT registration threshold in South Africa for 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The compulsory VAT registration threshold has increased from R1m to R2.3m in annual turnover. Businesses below R2.3 million are no longer legally required to register for VAT but may still register voluntarily if they meet SARS criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should my small business deregister for VAT if turnover is below R2.3m?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your turnover falls below R2.3m, you may apply to deregister for VAT, subject to SARS approval. However, deregistration may trigger output VAT adjustments and could impact your ability to claim input VAT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does the new CGT exemption work when selling a small business?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are over 55 and sell a qualifying small business valued under R15m, the first R2.7m of capital gain is exempt from capital gains tax. Only the capital gain above R2.7m is taxable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will the 2026 Budget reduce tax for small businesses?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Budget withdrew R20bn in previously proposed tax increases. While no new tax cuts were introduced for companies, SMEs benefit from greater tax certainty and no additional unexpected tax hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How will fuel levy increases affect small businesses?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fuel levy increases raise input costs for businesses reliant on transport and logistics. This may require pricing adjustments and careful cash flow planning to protect margins.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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