18/04/2026
π¨ Heads up towkays β new law changes coming 6 May 2026.
The Corporate and Accounting Laws (Amendment) Act 2025 is kicking in soon.
These are 2 key things every director must know:
1οΈβ£ Heavier penalties for directors
Director is not just name only anymore.
If you:
- Donβt manage your company properly
- Never check accounts or finances
- Sign things without understanding
π Fines can go up to $20,000
π Serious cases β jail up to 12 months
2οΈβ£ Stricter rules on misuse of companies
Using company for βhelping people move moneyβ or shady transactions?
π Can be considered money laundering
π You can be disqualified as director
π‘ In simple terms:
Donβt act blur as director
If anything goes wrong β
π you are responsible
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