14 July 2016 South Africa publishes policy paper and proposals on proposed tax on sugar sweetened beverages In the February 2016 Budget speech, the South African Minister of Finance announced a decision to introduce a tax on sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) with effect from April 1, 2017. On July 8, the National Treasury published for public comment a policy paper and proposals on the taxation of SSBs. Comments are required to be submitted by August 22. A Tax Alert prepared by Ernst & Young South Africa, and attached below, provides additional details. Document ID: 2016-1215 |
