By Marcus Moloko
Incoming South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu has pledged that the revenue authority will intensify its fight against the illicit economy, while continuing to strengthen compliance and revenue collection.
President Cyril Ramaphosa recently appointed Makhubu to lead SARS for a five-year term, succeeding Edward Kieswetter, who steps down after steering the institution through a period of stabilization and record-breaking performance.
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At a briefing confirming the leadership transition, Kieswetter said SARS was stable, and governance processes had ensured a smooth handover.
“The transition is governed, and Commissioner Makhubu assumes full authority,” he said.
Kieswetter expressed confidence that Makhubu would take the organization “to new heights.”
Makhubu, identified as the finance minister’s preferred candidate, emphasized the importance of protecting SARS’s integrity and role in combating economic crime.
“This character of resonating values between myself and
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