Danie Fourie Consultants cc

14/10/2026

https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/high-court-reaffirms-strict-personal-liability-for-directors-in-reckless-trading-ruling-181816a

A recent High Court judgment clarifies personal director liability for reckless trading, offering crucial lessons for D&O insurers on passive acquiescence and creditor fraud exposure.

18/09/2026

CIPC REMINDER: BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP COMPLIANCE APPLIES EVEN TO DORMANT ENTITIES

CIPC has issued Customer Notice 44 of 2026, once again drawing attention to non-compliance with Beneficial Ownership (BO) and Annual Filing requirements.

One important point in the notice is that Beneficial Ownership compliance does not depend on whether an entity is actively trading.

Directors and members must ensure that Beneficial Ownership information is filed and updated annually, regardless of whether the entity is trading, dormant, inactive or otherwise not conducting business.

In other words, keeping a dormant company or close corporation registered does not remove its ongoing compliance obligations.

CIPC has also warned that entities remaining non-compliant may face enforcement action, including the issuing of a Compliance Notice in terms of section 171 of the Companies Act and other regulatory consequences, such as deregistration.

The notice also reiterates the requirements relating to Annual Returns and the filing of the required securities register.

The practical message is simple: if you intend keeping an entity registered, even for possible future use, its statutory compliance must continue to be maintained.

DF Consultants assists companies and close corporations with Beneficial Ownership filings, Annual Returns and related CIPC compliance requirements.

10/09/2026

📢 CIPC NOTICE: IS YOUR COMPANY’S REGISTERED ADDRESS UP TO DATE?

CIPC has issued Customer Notice 41 of 2026, reminding companies and close corporations that their registered office and physical address details must be accurate and kept up to date.

If a business has moved, no longer operates from its registered address, no longer has permission to use that address, or no longer receives correspondence there, the details should be updated with CIPC.

Incorrect address information can result in important legal notices, court documents, compliance notices and other official correspondence being sent to the wrong address. CIPC has also indicated that property owners or occupants who continue receiving correspondence for entities that no longer operate from their premises may report the matter to CIPC.

Need assistance updating your company or close corporation’s registered address with CIPC?

Contact DF Consultants for assistance with the necessary CIPC process and documentation.

📩 Send us a message or contact us directly for assistance.

DF Consultants
Company Secretarial & CIPC Services

30/07/2026

Selected for a CIPC Beneficial Ownership Inspection?

CIPC has confirmed that entities may be selected for physical or virtual Beneficial Ownership inspections to verify the accuracy and completeness of their BO records.

DF Consultants is fully equipped to assist with:

Preparing and reviewing Beneficial Ownership documentation
Drafting or updating Beneficial Interest and Securities Registers
Reviewing ownership and control structures
Preparing directors or members for the inspection
Responding to CIPC queries and document requests
Attending and supporting the inspection where permitted by CIPC

Under CIPC Customer Notice No. 36 of 2026, the relevant directors or members may be required to attend and participate personally. DF Consultants can nevertheless provide professional preparation, documentation and inspection support throughout the process and may attend as the authorised consultant or representative where CIPC permits.

Do not wait until an inspection is scheduled to discover that your records are incomplete or inconsistent.

Contact DF Consultants for Beneficial Ownership filing, document preparation and inspection assistance.

📧 [email protected]
📞 082 962 5565
🌐 dfconsultants.co.za

DF Consultants — Beneficial Ownership compliance from preparation to inspection support.

24/07/2026

# # ⚠️ CIPC Annual Compliance Checklist: Companies Warned About Non-Compliance

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has issued **Customer Notice 28 of 2026**, reminding companies that the **Annual Compliance Checklist is compulsory** and must be submitted within the required timeframe.

📌 This requirement applies to:

✅ Incorporated Companies (Inc.)
✅ Private Companies ((Pty) Ltd)
✅ Public Companies (Ltd)
✅ State-Owned Companies (SOC)
✅ Non-Profit Companies (NPC)

CIPC has indicated that an increasing number of companies are failing to submit their Annual Compliance Checklists on time. This may result in a **Compliance Notice**, further enforcement action and possible administrative penalties.

Companies are therefore encouraged to:

🔹 Submit the checklist timeously
🔹 Ensure that all information is accurate and complete
🔹 Regularly review compliance with the Companies Act
🔹 Avoid waiting until enforcement action has already started

💼 **Need assistance?**

DF Consultants can assist with the completion and submission of your company’s Annual Compliance Checklist and help ensure that the required information is properly addressed.

📩 Contact me for assistance.

24/07/2026

# # ⚖️ CIPC Issues Practice Notice 2 of 2026 for Business Rescue Practitioners

📢 The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has published **Practice Notice 2 of 2026**, providing greater clarity on the circumstances under which a **Business Rescue Practitioner (BRP)** may have their licence **suspended or revoked**.

The notice aims to strengthen oversight of the business rescue profession and promote greater accountability within the business rescue process.

# # # Key highlights include:

✅ Grounds for **suspension** may include:

* Failure to comply with the Companies Act.
* Failure to submit required reports.
* Conflicts of interest.
* Delays in performing statutory duties.
* Acting without the necessary approvals.
* Failure to exercise the required level of care and diligence.

🚫 Grounds for **revocation** may include:

* Illegal or improper conduct.
* No longer meeting the statutory requirements to act as a BRP.
* Court orders of probation or disqualification.
* Incapacity preventing the practitioner from performing their duties.
* Proven incompetence or failure to fulfil the responsibilities of the office.

The notice also confirms that suspended or revoked practitioners may be removed from the CIPC's official register of licensed Business Rescue Practitioners.

💼 **Need assistance with a company experiencing financial distress?**

While **DF Consultants does not provide Business Rescue services directly**, I can gladly assist by referring you to experienced attorneys and Business Rescue Practitioners who specialise in these matters and can advise on the most appropriate course of action.

📧 Feel free to get in touch if you require a referral or guidance on the available options.

24/07/2026

⚠️ CIPC Notice 27 of 2026 – Important Changes to Document Scanning Requirements

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has issued Notice 27 of 2026, introducing stricter requirements for documents submitted via email. These changes are intended to improve processing times and reduce rejections.

Key changes include:

✅ All scanned documents must be in black and white. Colour scans should no longer be used.

✅ Documents must be clear and legible. Poor-quality scans may be rejected.

✅ Maximum file size: 10 MB per email.

✅ Accepted file formats: PDF and TIFF only. JPEG and other image formats will not be accepted.

✅ Each application must be submitted separately. Do not split one application across multiple emails or combine different applications into one submission.

✅ Use the correct email address for the relevant application type.

✅ The email subject line should include:

Customer Code
Form Code
Entity Name (where applicable)
Registration Number (where applicable)
Scanning recommendations
Scan documents at 150 dpi.
Scan as close to 100% of the original size as possible.
Complete forms using black ink.

These requirements apply to all customers and practitioners submitting documents to CIPC and should help avoid unnecessary delays or rejected applications.

If you make regular submissions to CIPC, it's worth reviewing your scanning procedures to ensure they comply with the new requirements.

03/07/2026

**Is your dormant trust really closed?**

Many trusts become inactive over time. The property may have been sold, the bank account may be closed, or the trustees may simply stop dealing with the file. However, an inactive trust is not necessarily deregistered with the Master or SARS.

This can create a serious compliance problem.

A dormant trust may still have outstanding SARS returns, possible administrative penalties and unfinished Master records. Trustees should therefore not assume that “nothing is happening in the trust” means that no further action is required.

A proper trust closure process normally involves confirming that all assets and liabilities have been dealt with, preparing trustee resolutions and affidavits, obtaining the relevant Master confirmation, and then addressing the SARS deregistration requirements.

Old trust files should be reviewed before they become urgent. Early action may prevent unnecessary penalties, delays and complications for trustees and beneficiaries.

DF Consultants provides practical administrative support with trust compliance reviews, closure documentation and Master/SARS-related requirements.

23/06/2026

https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/brands-playing-with-fire-the-logik-behind-the-sca-decision-on-passing-off-408439a

The Supreme Court of Appeal's ruling proves sound-alike names are a legal wildfire that can incinerate your entire business...

19/05/2026

https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/trade-secrets-vs-patents-protecting-the-178186a

In goods- and manufacturing-focused industries, the most valuable intellectual property is frequently not the product design or formulation offered to the public, but rather the process behind it...