Recent Additions to Acts Online

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NB: Updates listed here reflect changes to the legislation as posted on the Acts Online web site only and do not cover all South African legislation

 

May 2026

 

The Water Research Act, 1971 (Act No. 34 of 1971), has been updated with Water Research Levy 2026/27 - Rates and Charges: Increase of 3.6%, as per Notice No. 3933 of GG54677 dated 15 May 2026.

 

The South African Reserve Bank Act, 1989 (Act No. 90 of 1989) has been updated with the Dimension of, Design for, and Compilation of the 50c (1/2 oz) fine-silver Krugerrand to be issued in 2026 in South Africa, as per Notice No. 3936 of GG54682 dated 14 May 2026.

 

The Property Valuers Profession Act, 2000 (Act No. 47 of 2000), has been updated with Publication of Fees and Charges – effective 1 April 2026 until 31 March 2027, as per Notice No. 7467 of GG54677 dated 15 May 2026.

 

The Petroleum Pipelines Act, 2003 (Act No. 60 of 2003) has been updated with the Repeal of Petroleum Pipelines Act Rules of 2019 under Notice No. 1463 of 2019 and new Petroleum Pipelines Act: Rules, 2026, as per Notice No. 7464 of GG54677 dated 15 May 2026.

 

The National Nuclear Regulator Act, 1999 (Act No. 47 of 1999), has been updated with a Notice in terms of section 28 of the Act - fees for Nuclear Authorisations, as per Notice No. 7463 of GG54677 dated 15 May 2026.

 

The Petroleum Pipelines Act, 2003 (Act No. 60 of 2003) has been updated with the Repeal of Petroleum Pipelines Act Rules of 2019 under Notice No. 1463 of 2019 and new Petroleum Pipelines Act: Rules, 2026, as per Notice No. 7464 of GG54677 dated 15 May 2026.

 

The National Nuclear Regulator Act, 1999 (Act No. 47 of 1999), has been updated with a Notice in terms of section 28 of the Act - fees for Nuclear Authorisations, as per Notice No. 7463 of GG54677 dated 15 May 2026.

 

The Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995), has been updated to Amend and Extend the Main Collective Agreement for the National Bargaining Council for the Hairdressing Cosmetology Beauty and Skincare Industry under R.4108 of November 2023, as per Notice No. 3906 of GG54561, dated 22 April 2026.

 

The Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002), has been updated with Classification of a National Disaster in terms of Section 23 of the Act: Impact of Severe Weather in the Limpopo Province, as per Notice No. 7487 of GG54695 dated 18 May 2026.

 

The Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act No. 35 of 1984), has been updated with the Repeal Notice No. 6396 of July 2025 and new notice Rescinding of Foot and Mouth Disease Management Area in Kwazulu Natal Province, as per Notice No. 7484 of GG54686 dated 15 May 2026.

 

The Agricultural Products Agents Act, 1992 (Act No.12 of 1992) has been updated with the Repeal of Rules 2017 under Board Notice 62 of 18 May 2018 and new Rules in respect of Export Agents, 2025, as per Board Notice 915 of GG54677, dated 15 May 2026.

 

The Petroleum Products Act, 1977 (Act No. 120 of 1977), has been updated with Amendment of the Regulations in respect of Petroleum Products, as per Notice No. R.7434 of GG54614, dated 5 May 2026.

 

The Medicines and Related Substances Control Act, 1965 (Act No. 101 of 1965), has been updated with the Amendment of Schedule 4 of Main Act, as per Notice No. 7446 of GG54627 dated 8 May 2026.

 

The Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No. 56 of 1974), has been updated with Regulations relating to Fines which may be imposed by a Committee of Enquiry against Practitioners found guilty of improper or disgraceful conduct under the Act, as per Notice No. 7447 of GG54627 dated 8 May 2026.

 

The Customs and Excise Act, 1964 (Act No.91 of 1964), has been updated with Amendment of Rules – insertion and substitution of Rules for Section 47B of the Act - effective 1 July 2026, as per Notice No. R.7430 of GG54613 dated 8 May 2026.

 

The Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act No. 35 of 1984), has been updated with Control Measures relating to Foot and Mouth Disease Routine Vaccination, as per Notice No. 7423 of GG54605 dated 4 May 2026.

 

April 2026

 

The Tax Administration Act, 2011 (Act No. 28 of 2011), has been updated with Returns to be submitted by a Person in terms of Section 25 of the Act, as per Notice No. 7422 of GG54598 dated 30 April 2026.

 

The Mutual Banks Act, 1993 (Act No. 124 of 1993), has been updated with Regulations relating to Mutual Banks – with amendments, as per Notice No. 7414, GG54593 dated 29 April 2026.

 

The Road Accident Fund Act, 1996 (Act No. 56 of 1996), has been updated with the Adjustment of Statutory Limit in respect of Claims for Loss of Income and Loss of Support – effective 30 April 2026, as per Board Notice 910 of GG54575 dated 24 April 2026.

 

The Plant Breeders' Rights Act, 2018 (Act No. 12 of 2018), has been updated with Amendments to the Regulations made in terms of the Plant Breeders’ Rights Act, as per Notice No. 7391 of GG54575 dated 24 April 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 13 May 2026, as per Notice No. 3909 of GG54576 dated 24 April 2026.

 

The Social Service Professions Act, 1978 (Act No. 110 of 1978), has been updated with Amendments to Regulations under R.838 of 2014: Fees Payable to Council, as per Notice No. R.7374 of GG54519 dated 17 April 2026.

 

The Prescribed Rate of Interest Act, 1975 (Act No. 55 of 1975) has been updated with the Withdrawal of Notice No. R.6668 of 2025 and new Prescribed Rate of Interest as from 1 March 2026, as per Notice No. 3887 of GG54520 dated 17 April 2026.

 

The Plant Improvement Act, 2018 (Act No. 11 of 2018), has been updated with Amendments to Table 2: Tariff of Fees Payable under R.6852 of 2025, as per Notice No. R.7371 of GG54519 dated 17 April 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act No. 32 of 2000), has been updated with the Replacement of Notice No. 6967 of 2025 and new Upper Limits of Total Remuneration Packages payable to Municipal Managers and Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers, as per Notice No. 7368 of GG54505, dated 14 April 2026.

 

The Legal Practice Act, 2014 (Act No. 28 of 2014), has been updated with Amendments to the Definition of Rule 1.20 under Notice No. 401 of 2018, as per Notice No. 3889 of GG54520 dated 17 April 2026.

 

The Domestic Violence Act, 1998, (Act No. 116 of 1998) has been updated with Amendments to the Domestic Violence Regulations, 2022 under Notice R.3289 of 2023, as per Notice No. R.7372, GG54519 dated 17 April 2026.

 

The Dental Technicians Act, 1979 (Act No. 19 of 1979) has been updated with Amendments to Regulations under R306 of 1982: Regulations Relating to Unmounted Teeth: Amendment, as per Board Notice 909 of GG54520 dated 17 April 2026.

 

The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993), has been updated with Maximum amount of Earnings and Minimum Assessment on which the Assessment of an Employer shall be calculated, as per Notice No. 3910 of GG54577 dated 24 April 2026.

 

The Social Assistance Act, 2004 (Act No. 13 of 2004) has been updated with Amendment to Regulations under Notice R.2042 of 22 April 2022 re COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress – effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. R.7351 of GG54460, dated 2 April 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 29 April 2026, as per Notice No. 3883 of GG54485 dated 10 April 2026.

 

The Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005), has been updated with Amendments to the Municipal Elections Party Elections Broadcasts and Political Advertisements Regulations, 2011 under the ECA 2005, Notice No. R.203 of 201, as per Notice No 3867 of GG54459 dated 2 April 2026.

 

March 2026

 

The Petroleum Products Act, 1977 (Act No. 120 of 1977), has been updated with Amendment of the Regulations in respect of Petroleum Products, as per Notice No. R.7338 of GG54443, dated 31 March 2026.

 

The National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004 (Act No. 39 of 2004), has been updated with National Dust Control Regulations, 2026, as per Notice No. R.7335 of GG54440, dated 31 March 2026.

 

The Marketing of Agricultural Products Act, 1996 (Act No. 47 of 1996), has been updated with the Establishment of Statutory Measure and Determination of Guideline Price: Levies relating to locally produced and/or Imported Table Eggs as prescribed by Regulation (R345 as amended) and Egg Products (Pulp & Powder) including local Hatcheries rejected Eggs that are sold to the Trade, as per Notice No. R.7328 of GG54434, dated 31 March 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 15 April 2026, as per Notice No. 3847 of GG54408 dated 27 March 2026.

 

The Customary Initiation Act, 2021 (Act No 2 of 2021), has been updated with Ministerial Determinations on Fees Paid for Customary Initiation, as per Notice No. 7294 of GG54410 dated 25 March 2026.

 

The South African Human Rights Commission Act, 2013, (Act No. 40 of 2013) has been updated with the Determination of Remuneration of the Commissioners of the South African Human Rights Commission: 2025/2026 – effective 1 April 2025, as per Notice No. 7204, GG54270 dated 13 March 2026.

 

The Social Assistance Act, 2004 (Act No. 13 of 2004) has been updated with an Increase in respect of Social Grants – effective 1 April 2026 and 1 October 2026 respectively, as per Notice No. R.7287 of GG54397, dated 23 March 2026.

 

The Public Protector Act, 1994 (Act No. 23 of 1994) has been updated with the Determination of Salaries and Allowances of the Public Protector and Deputy Public Protector: 2025/2026 – effective 1 April 2025, as per Notice No. 7205 of GG54270, dated 13 March 2026.

 

The Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No. 1 of 1999), has been updated with an Exemption in terms of Section 92 of the Act: Consolidated Financial Statements, as per Notice No. 7288 of GG54398, dated 23 March 2026.

 

The Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013), has been updated with Regulations relating to the Processing of Data Subjects Health Information by Certain Responsible Parties, 2026, as per Notice No. 7198 of GG54268, dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Petroleum Products Act, 1977 (Act No. 120 of 1977), has been updated with Regulations for Biofuels Price, as per Notice No. 7233 of GG54321, dated 13 March 2026.

 

The Perishable Products Export Control Act, 1983 (Act No. 9 of 1983), has been updated with Statutory Fees (Levies) on Perishable Products – effective 1 April 2026, as per Board Notice 890 of GG54268, dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993), has been updated with a Notice of Exemption – Class II commercial diving schools in terms of Regulation 3(3) of the Commercial Diving Regulations, 2022, as per Notice No. 7252 of GG54356 dated 20 March 2026.

 

The Occupational Diseases in Mines and Works Act, 1973 (Act No. 78 of 1973), has been updated with the Increase in Pension Benefits, as per Notice No. 7222 of GG54319, dated 13 March 2026.

 

The Natural Scientific Professions Act, 2003 (Act No. 27 of 2003), has been updated with the Retracting of Board Notice 670 of 2024 and new Recommended Consultation Fees, as per Board Notice 894 of GG54356 of 20 March 2026.

 

The Magistrates Act, 1993 (Act No. 90 of 1993), has been updated by the Repeal of Proclamation Notice 203 of 2024 and new Determination of Salaries and Allowances of Magistrates, as per Notice No. 7203 of GG54270 dated 13 March 2026.

 

The Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995), has been updated with the Extension of Period of Operation of the Agency Shop Collective Agreement for the National Bargaining Council for Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty, and Skincare Industry, as per Notice No. R.7250 of GG54355, dated 20 March 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 25 March 2026, as per Notice No. 3814 of GG54271 dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Judges Remuneration & Conditions of Employment Act, 2001, (Act No. 47 of 2001) has been updated with the Repeal of Proclamation Notice 201 of 2024 and new Determination of Remuneration of Constitutional Court Judges and Judges – effective 1 April 2025, as per Notice No. 7202, GG54270 dated 13 March 2026.

 

The Income Tax Act, 1962 (Act No. 58 of 1962), has been updated with a Notice in terms of Paragraph (c) of the Definition of “LIVING ANNUITY” in Section 1 of the Act, as per Notice No. 7289 of GG54399 dated 23 March 2026.

 

The Higher Education Act, 1997 (Act No. 101 of 1997), has been updated with the Publication of Cancellation of the Registration of MSC Education Holdings (Pty) Ltd as a Private Higher Education Institution, as per Notice No. 7263 of GG54356 dated 20 March 2026.

 

The Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005), has been updated with Increase of Administrative Fees in relation to type approval, as per Notice No 3843 of GG54379 dated 20 March 2026.

 

The Debt Collectors Act, 1998, (Act No. 114 of 1998) has been updated with Amendments to regulation 11 and Annexure B: Expenses and fees under Notice No. R. 185 of 7 February 2003, as per Notice No. R.7207, GG54273 dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Customs and Excise Act, 1964 (Act No.91 of 1964), has been has been amended and updated by the Tax Administration Laws Amendment Act 18 of 2023 - Sections 15 and 120 of the Customs & Excise Act 1964 became effective on 13 June 2017 per Section 30 of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act, 2001 and (a) of Notice No. 563 of GG40916, dated 13 June 2017, as per Notice No. 7272 of GG54356 dated 20 March 2026.

 

The Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act, 1983 (Act No. 43 of 1983), has been updated with Revised Tariffs, Rates and Scales for the Good and Services provided by the Department in terms of the Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA), Act No. 43 of 1983 and Sub-Division of Agricultural Land Act (SALA), Act No. 70 of 1970 – effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7192 of GG54268, dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993), has been updated with various Regulations, as per Notice No. R.7205 of GG54273 dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Auditing Profession Act, 2005 (Act No. 26 of 2005), has been updated with Fees and Assurance Fees Payable to the IRBA – effective from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, as per Board Notice 889 of GG54268, dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Animal Improvement Act, 1998 (Act No. 62 of 1998) has been updated with the Amendment of Table 1: Fees Payable of the Regulations under R.1682 of November 2003, as per Notice No. R.7242 of GG54350, dated 19 March 2026.

 

The Animal Identification Act, 2002 (Act No. 6 of 2002), has been updated with amendments to Table 1-Fees Payable under Regulations Notice R.1683 of 2003, as per Notice No. 7220 of GG54319 dated 13 March 2026.

 

The Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990), has been updated with Inspection Fees for 2026 by the Designated Assignee, PROKON - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7190 of GG54268, dated 6 March 2026.

 

The Petroleum Products Act, 1977 (Act No. 120 of 1977), has been updated with Amendment of the Regulations in respect of Petroleum Products, as per Notice No. R.7189 of GG54258, dated 3 March 2026.

 

February 2026

 

The Remuneration of Public Office Bearers Act, 1998 (Act No. 20 of 1998), has been updated with the Replacement of N5446 of 2024 and new Determination of Upper Limits of Salaries, Allowances and Benefits of different Members of Municipal Councils - effective 1 July 2025, as per Notice No. 7159 of GG54179 dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No. 1 of 1999), has been updated with the Statement of National Revenue, Expenditure and Borrowings as at 31 January 2026, as per General Notice No. 3793 of GG54198, dated 27 February 2026.

 

The National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998) has been updated with the Transformation of Smartt Irrigation Board to Bo-Karoo Water User Association in terms of Section 98(8) of the Act, as per Notice No. 7177 of GG54218, dated 27 February 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 18 March 2026, as per Notice No. 3806 of GG54226 dated 27 February 2026.

 

The Income Tax Act, 1962 (Act No. 58 of 1962), has been updated with the Fixing of Rate per Kilometre in respect of Motor Vehicles for the purposes of Section 8(1)(b)(ii) and (iii) of the Act, as per Notice No. 7182 of GG54228 dated 27 February 2026.

 

The Deeds Registries Act, 1937 (Act No. 47 of 1937), has been updated with the Amendment of Schedule of Fees of Office under R474 of 29 March 1963 - effective 27 March 2026, a per Notice No. 7180 of GG54225 dated 27 February 2026.

 

The Cross-Border Road Transport Act, 1998 (Act No. 4 of 1998) has been updated with Amendments to Schedules 1 and 2 of the Amended Regulations, 2014: Revised Fee Adjustments under Notice No. R.466 of 2019 – effective 1 April 2026 and replaces all previous Fee Adjustments, as per Notice No. 3807 of GG54229 dated 27 February 2026.

 

The Architectural Profession Act, 2000 (Act No. 44 of 2000), has been updated with Amendments to Tables 1, 2 and 3 (Column D) respectively under BN875 of 2026, as per Board Notice 885 of GG54218 dated 27 February 2026.

 

The Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990), has been updated with Inspection Fees for 2026 by the Designated Assignee, Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7169 of GG54218, dated 27 February 2026.

 

The Sugar Act, 1978 (Act No. 9 of 1978) has been updated with Amendments to the Sugar Industry Agreement, 2000, as per Notice No. 3770 of GG54123, dated 13 February 2026.

 

The South African Civil Aviation Authority Levies Act, 1998 (Act No. 41 of 1998), has been updated with Amendments to Section 2(1): Levies of the Determination under R1665 of 1998 - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7157 of GG54177, dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Short-Term Insurance Act, 1998 (Act No. 53 of 1998), has been updated with the Repeal of N5885 of 2025 and new Penalty for Failure to Furnish Authority with Returns etc., as per Notice No. 7150 of GG54177 dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Rules Board for Courts of Law Act, 1985 (Act No. 107 of 1985) has been updated The Children's Courts Rules of South Africa – effective 20 March 2026, as per Notice No. R. 7142 of GG54173, dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Remuneration of Public Office Bearers Act, 1998 (Act No. 20 of 1998), has been updated with the Repeal of Proc Notice 171 of 2025 and new Determination of Salaries and Allowances of Traditional Leaders, Members of National House, and Provincial Houses of Traditional Leaders: 2025/2026 – effective 1 April 2025, as per Proclamation Notice 311 of GG54202 dated 23 February 2026.

 

The Postal Services Act 1998 (Act No. 124 of 1998) has been updated with ICASA Fees and Charges for Postal Services – effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7161 of GG54181, dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993), has been updated with Amendments to Physical Agents Regulations, 2024 under N595 of 6 March 2025, as per Notice No. 7149 of GG54177 dated 20 February 2026.

 

The National Prosecuting Authority Act, 1998, (Act No. 32 of 1998) has been amended and updated by the insertion of Section 22A per Section 8 of the National Prosecuting Authority Amendment Act, 2024 (Act No. 10 of 2024), Notice No. 4889, GG50713, dated 27 May 2024 – effective 1 March 2026, per Proclamation Notice 7144, GG54174, dated 19 February 2026.

 

The Long-Term Insurance Act, 1998 (Act No.52 of 1998), has been updated with the Repeal of N5885 of 2025 and new Penalty for Failure to Furnish Authority with Returns etc., as per Notice No. 7150 of GG54177 dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Dental Technicians Act, 1979 (Act No. 19 of 1979) has been updated with the Withdrawal of N6033 of 2024 and new Notice regarding Annual fees Payable to the Council, 2026, as per Notice No. 7152 of GG54177 dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Council for Medical Schemes Levies Act, 2000 (Act No. 58 of 2000), has been updated with Imposition of Levies on Medical Schemes - 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, as per Notice No. 3791, GG54177 dated 20 February 2026.

 

The Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act, 1996 (Act No. 74 of 1996), has been updated with Referral of Matters to Existing Special Investigating Units: Mkhondo Local Municipality, as per Proclamation Notice 309 of GG54108 dated 13 February 2026.

 

The Military Veterans Act, 2011 (Act No. 18 of 2011) has been updated with the Repeal of Military Veterans Pension Regulations, 2023 and new Military Veterans Pension Regulations, 2025, as per Notice No. 7134 of GG54134, dated 13 February 2026.

 

The Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995), has been updated with the Registration of a Trade Union – National Union for Transport, Retail and Allied Workers (NUTRAW) – effective 19 December 2025, as per Notice No. R.7103 of GG54094, dated 6 February 2026.

 

The Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) has been updated with Regulations relating to Maximum Levels of Mycotoxins in Foodstuffs, 2025 – effective February 2028, as per Notice No. 7091 of GG54086 dated 6 February 2026.

 

The Financial Sector and Deposit Insurance Levies Act, 2022 (Act No. 11 of 2022), has been updated with Amendments to Table A of Schedule 1 to Main Act, as per Notice No. 3771 of GG54124, dated 13 February 2026.

 

The Division of Revenue Act, 2025 (Act No. 2 of 2025), has been amended and updated by the Division of Revenue Amendment Act, 12 of 2025, as per Notice No. 7110 of GG54104, dated 11 February 2026.

 

The Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002), has been updated with Classification of a National Disaster in terms of Section 23 of the Act: Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak, as per Notice No. 7133 of GG54133 dated 13 February 2026.

 

The Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990), has been updated with Inspection Fees for 2026 Inspection Fees for 2026 on Perishable Products - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7121 of GG54123, dated 13 February 2026.

 

The Agricultural Pests Act, 1983 (Act No. 36 of 1983), has been updated with Amendments to Table 10: Fees Payable under Notice R.110 of 1984: Control Measures, as per Notice No. R.7102 of GG54094 dated 6 February 2026 – effective 1 April 2026.

 

The Adjustments Appropriation Act, 2026 (Act No. 02 of 2026), has been added to the site on 18 February 2026, as per Notice No. 7112 of GG54118 dated 11 February 2026.

 

State of the National Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa, Cape Town City Hall

 

The Special Economic Zones Act, 2014 (Act No. 16 of 2014) has been updated with the Expansion of the Boundaries of the Dube Tradeport Special Economic Zone, as per Notice No. 7094 of GG54086 dated 6 February 2026.

 

The Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000 (Act No. 2 of 2000) has been updated with access to the PAI Manual in terms of Section 14 of the Act, as per Board Notice 877 of GG54086 dated 6 February 2026.

 

The National Minimum Wage Act, 2018 (Act No. 9 of 2018), has been updated with Amendments to Schedules 1 & 2 of the Main Act - effective 1 March 2026, as per Notice No. 7083 of GG54075 dated 3 February 2026.

 

The Military Veterans Act, 2011 (Act No. 18 of 2011) has been updated with the Regulations for the implementation of the Burial Support, 2025, as per Notice No. 7105of GG54096, dated 6 February 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 25 February 2026, as per Notice No. 3765 of GG54097 dated 6 February 2026.

 

The Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005), has been updated with Amendments to End-User and Subscriber Service Charter Regulations, 2016 under N189 of 2016 with Reasons Document - Effective January 2027, as per Notice No 7094 of GG54086 dated 6 February 2026.

 

The Customs and Excise Act, 1964 (Act No.91 of 1964), has been updated with Amendment of Rules – substitution of Rule 17.02 – effective 13 February 2026, as per Notice No. R.7132 of GG54129 dated 12 February 2026.

 

The Civil Aviation Act, 2009 (Act No. 13 of 2009), has been updated with the 34th Amendment to the Civil Aviation Regulations, 2011 under R.425 of 2012, as per Notice No. 7064 of GG54050, dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997 (Act No. 75 of 1997), has been updated with Amendments to Sectoral Determination 1: Contract Cleaning Sector, South Africa, clause 3 Remuneration tables and Sectoral Determination 9: Wholesale and Retail Sector, South Africa, Part B Wages – effective 1 March 2026, as per Notice No. R.7083 of GG54075 dated 3 February 2026.

 

The Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990), has been updated with Inspection Fees for 2026 by the Designated Assignee, South African Meat Industry Company (SAMIC) - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7088 of GG54086, dated 6 February 2026.

 

The Petroleum Products Act, 1977 (Act No. 120 of 1977), has been updated with Amendment of the Regulations in respect of Petroleum Products, as per Notice No. R.7082 of GG54074, dated 3 February 2026.

 

The Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002), has been updated with Classification of a National Disaster in terms of Section 23 of the Act: Drought and the possible interruption of Water Provision, as per Notice No. 7084 of GG54076 dated 4 February 2026.

 

January 2026

 

The Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act, 1996 (Act No. 74 of 1996), has been updated with Referral of Matters to Existing Special Investigating Units: Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation; Technology Innovation Agency; University of Kwazulu-Natal; Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, as per Proclamation No. 307 of GG54026 dated 28 January 2026.

 

The Road Accident Fund Act, 1996 (Act No. 56 of 1996), has been updated with the Adjustment of Statutory Limit in respect of Claims for Loss of Income and Loss of Support – effective 31 January 2026, as per Board Notice 874 of GG54036 dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No. 1 of 1999), has been updated with the Statement of National Revenue, Expenditure and Borrowings as at 31 December 2025, as per Notice No. 3740 of GG54028, dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Political Party Funding Act, 2018 (Act No 6 of 2018), has been updated with Multi-Party Democracy Fund, as per Notice No. 3742 of GG54031, dated 29 January 2026.

 

The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993), has been updated with Correction Notice: Under Driven Machinery Regulations 2015 to amend Clauses 4.5, 5, 14.1 and 14.2 of the Incorporation of National Code of Practice for Training Providers of Lifting Machine Operators, 2024 under N5588 of 29 November 2024, as per Notice No. 7052 of GG54036 dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Marketing of Agricultural Products Act, 1996 (Act No. 47 of 1996), has been updated with the Establishment of Statutory Measure and Determination of Guideline Prices: Levy Relating to Cotton Lint - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. R.7043 of GG54029, dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Liquor Products Act, 1989 (Act No. 60 of 1989), has been updated with Amendments to the Table of Fees Payable under Notice R.624 of 2001, as per Notice No. 7047 of GG54036 dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Deeds Registries Act, 1937 (Act No. 47 of 1937), has been updated with Amendments to Regulations under Government Notice R.474 of 29 March 1963, a per Notice No. 7056 of GG54039 dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993), has been updated by a Notice issued by the Compensation Commissioner under the Act, as per Notice No. 3753 of GG54043 dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act, 2003 (Act No. 53 of 2003), has been updated with the Replacement of N5251 of 2024 and new Procedures for the Application, Administration and Allocation of Export Quotas under the Economic Partnership Agreement Between the European Union and Southern African Development Community for The Year 2026, as per Notice No. 7054 of GG54037 dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Architectural Profession Act, 2000 (Act No. 44 of 2000), has been updated with the Repeal of BN672 of 2024 and new Guidelines for Professional Fees in terms of Section 34 (2) of the Act, as per Board Notice 875 of GG54036 dated 30 January 2026.

 

The Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act, 1996 (Act No. 74 of 1996), has been updated with Referral of Matters to Existing Special Investigating Units: uMzinyathi District Municipality - KwaZulu-Natal Province, as per Proclamation No. 305 of GG53984 dated 23 January 2026.

 

The South African Revenue Service Act, 1997 (Act No. 34 of 1997) has been updated with the Amendment of Schedule 1 of the Main Act: Legislation Administered by Commissioner, as per Notice No. 7028 of GG53991, dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Natural Scientific Professions Act, 2003 (Act No. 27 of 2003), has been updated with the Repeal of all previous Board Notices regarding Fees and new Fee Structure for 2026/2027 – effective 1 April 2026, as per Board Notice 872 of GG53991, dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Medical Schemes Act, 1998 (Act No. 131 of 1998), has been updated with Adjustment to Fees Payable to Brokers – 2026, as per Notice No. 7028 of GG54019 dated 27 January 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 11 February 2026, as per Notice No. 3735 of GG53985 dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995), has been updated with the Registration of an Employer’s Organisation - The Cleaning Association of South Africa (CASA) (LR 2/6/3/1161) – effective 28 November 2025 (duplicate of Notice No. R. 6923 of 2025), as per Notice No. R.7017 of GG53984, dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995), has been updated with the Extension to Non-parties of the Autoworkers Provident Fund Collective Agreement for the Motor Industry Bargaining Council - MIBCO, as per Notice No. R.7016 of GG53984, dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995), has been updated with the Extension to Non-parties of the Motor Industry Provident Fund Collective Agreement for the Motor Industry Bargaining Council - MIBCO, as per Notice No. R.7015 of GG53984, dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002), has been updated with Classification of a National Disaster in terms of Section 23 of the Act: Severe Weather and Floods, as per Notice No. 7009 of GG53982 dated 22 January 2026.

 

The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993), has been amended and updated by the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act, 10 of 2022, as per Notice No. 3294 of GG48431 dated 17 April 2023 – certain sections effective per commencement Proclamation Notice 306, GG53990 dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990), has been updated with amendment to Regulations under R.1259 of 2019 – Departmental Fees: Substitution of Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 7010 of GG53982, dated 23 January 2026.

 

The Remuneration of Public Office Bearers Act, 1998 (Act No. 20 of 1998), has been updated with the Repeal of Proclamation No. 168 of 2024 and new Determination of Salaries and Allowances of Members of National Assembly and Permanent Delegates to the National Council of Provinces: 2025/2026, as per Notice No. 7006 of GG53965 dated 16 January 2026.

 

The Public Sector Pension and Related Payments Act, 2025 (Act No. 04 of 2025), has been added to the site on 22 January 2026, as per Notice No. 6570 of GG53288 dated 3 September 2025.

 

The Promotion of National Unity and Reconciliation Act, 1995 (Act No. 34 of 1995), has been updated with Regulations relating to Housing Assistance to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Identified Victims, 2025, as per Notice No. R.6996 of GG53957 dated 16 January 2026.

 

The Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000 (Act No. 27 of 2000), has been updated with the Official List of Voting Stations : Municipal By-Elections – 3 February 2026, as per Notice No. 3730 of GG53962 dated 16 January 2026.

 

The Higher Education Act, 1997 (Act No. 101 of 1997), has been updated with a Notice published in terms of Regulation 18(1) of the Regulations for the Registration of Private Higher Education Institutions, 2016 read with Sections 62(1) and 63(a) and (b) of the Act: Publication of Cancellation of the Registration of City Varsity (Pty) Ltd, Damelin (Pty) Ltd and ICESA City Campus (Pty) Ltd as registered Private Higher Education Institutions, as per Notice No. 6999 of GG53956 dated 16 January 2026.

 

The Correctional Services Act, 1998 (Act No. 111 of 1998) has been updated with Rules for the award of the Medal for Faithful Long Service, 2026 – effective from 22 January 2026, as per Notice No. 7007 of GG53967, dated 19 January 2026.

 

The Petroleum Products Act, 1977 (Act No. 120 of 1977), has been updated with Amendment of the Regulations in respect of Petroleum Products, as per Notice No. R.6988 of GG53932, dated 6 January 2026.

 

The Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No. 56 of 1974), has been updated with the Repeal of BN710 of 2024 and new Annual fees payable by registered practitioners: effective 1 April 2026, as per Board Notice 870 of GG53926, dated 9 January 2026.

 

The Competition Act, 1998 (Act No. 89 of 1998), has been updated with Amendments to Regulations under Notice 3447 of 24 May 2023: Energy Users Block Exemption, 2023, as per Notice No. R.6985 of GG53021 dated 5 January 2026.

 

The Airports Company Act, 1993 (Act No. 44 of 1993), has been updated with the Publication of Airport Charges 2026 - effective 1 April 2026, as per Notice No. 3720, GG53922 dated 2 January 2026.

 

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