Johannesburg, 13 February 2025 - Those in the know say building a house can cost anything from R10 000 to R20 000 per square meter, with factors such as location, quality of the material used and design complexity capable of significantly raising costs (with high end houses costing upwards of R25 000 per square meter). A hefty price to pay, but one well worth it when sitting in the confines of your beautiful investment. Despite the actual cost of your house, what’s clear to many is the importance of building a house within your price range, one that your income is capable of maintaining as the years roll on.

While South Africans turn their focus to the upcoming Budget Speech in February 2025, many are wondering how expected increased Government expenditure can be financed.

SAICA is deeply saddened to have learnt about the passing of Mr. Mava Shude CA(SA), the Chief Financial Officer of Langeberg Municipality, who tragically passed away after a car accident on Friday, 6 December 2024.