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This week small and medium enterprises, entreprenuers, and business owners got to engage directly with industry leaders and regulatory experts at the Dream Catchers SMME Tax And Compliance Breakfast in Boksburg.
And the best part of it all – is that the participants had a chance to have breakfast together – providing a rare opportunity for the taxmen and women to share a laugh with the ordinary people.
Dream Catcher Services provides strategic support and business development for emerging enterprises in South Africa.
Officials from the South African Revenue Services gave detailed explanations of all forms of tax that are applicable to businesses, and how a healthy tax regime in any company – is the key to business sustainability and a sign of a business that is run properly.
Delegates at the event were taken through the SARS portal, how to register and create and maintain one’s profile, and the navigational use and self digitisation.
First National Bank gave details of the various business services and products available to business owners.
Dream Catchers Services founder and certified tax practitioner Fred Gwaradzimba said that this was only the first in a series of events that will roll out vital sessions for small and medium enterprises – designed to equip businesses with the tools for structured growth and “opportunity readiness.
“As the landscape for small businesses becomes increasingly complex, staying compliant is no longer just a legal obligation—it is a competitive advantage. We at Dream Catchers are ready to consult with anyone who is ready to fix their tax affairs.
“As you can see that this is a high-level platform for business owners to engage directly with industry leaders and regulatory experts, and we are happy to play our part in issues of project accounting.
He added that Dream Catchers had successfully managed large-scale budgets and annual portfolios exceeding R110 million, providing rigorous financial oversight and ensuring strict adherence to regulatory requirements.
Thus their services are aimed at aligning financial stewardship with organisational objectives to maximize business value, and in all instances making sure that business and operating regulations are up to date, he said.
The event was attended by among others Maxwell Gomera, Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) South Africa. His speech delivered at the event – is covered in this supplement.
MC for the Dream Catchers breakfast was Prudence Mncube, CEO and serial entrepreneur who entertained the gathering with fun and laughter. An inspirational talk on the power of networking was delivered by business development specialist Nicolatte Matuku.
The event is supported by key stakeholders, including SARS, Biz Portal, and Mukuru, ensuring attendees receive actionable information regarding fiscal responsibility.
