COMPANY FINED FOR FAILURE TO SUBMIT TAX RETURNS

12 November 2025

COMPANY FINED FOR FAILURE TO SUBMIT TAX RETURNS

Mogwase, North West – The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomes the imposition of a substantial fine on Kgabanyane Mining and Projects (Pty) Ltd, represented by its director, Tidimalo Christopher Kgotlhang (43), by the Mogwase Magistrates’ Court. The company faced 56 counts of contravening Section 234(2)(d) of the Tax Administration Act 28 of 2011, failure to submit tax returns. Between December 2021 and October 2024, the company failed to submit Value-Added Tax (VAT), Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE), and Company Income Tax (CIT) returns, despite several telephonic reminders from the South African Revenue Service (SARS), including one on 25 November 2024.

In court, Kgotlhang opted to pay an admission of guilt fine totalling R56 000 for neglecting his tax obligations as the company’s director. This outcome underscores the diligent work of the NPA’s Specialised Tax Unit (STU), which promotes accountability and compliance by pursuing legal action against those who fail to adhere to tax laws.

Welcoming the judgment, the Director of Public Prosecutions in the North West, Dr Rachel Makhari, commended Advocate Dineo Mathule for her diligence in bringing the matter to a successful conclusion. She also acknowledged the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders involved in ensuring that justice was served. The NPA, through its Specialised Tax Unit, remains steadfast in its commitment to enforcing tax compliance and ensuring accountability. Criminal prosecution continues to be a vital instrument in addressing deliberate non-compliance with tax legislation.

Issued by:

Sivenathi Gunya

Communications Officer

North West Division

National Prosecuting Authority

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