Pretoria, 5 March 2019 – Following the recent announcement in Budget 2019, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has compiled an excise rewrite discussion document to further the process of redrafting the excise legislative framework.
The discussion document outlines the internationally recognised aspects of an excise administration against which any excise review must be measured. The introduction and current practice of the duty-at-source (DAS) system of excise administration provides the context to the review of the excise legislation. Certain apparent shortcomings in the current legislation regarding DAS licensing, accounting, assessment and acquittal of excise duties have been identified for possible amendment. A comparison of various countries is also provided to demonstrate international examples of reform options. Finally, a summary conclusion reflects the proposals that SARS supports.
The discussion document aims to elicit constructive inputs and comments from all affected industries that manufacture, use, import and export excisable goods, as well as from broader excise stakeholders. Upon completion of the public comment period and once comments have been processed, SARS intends to approach representative industry bodies and applicable government departments for further engagements on those particular reform proposals that require additional inputs and refinement.
Stakeholders are invited to forward their inputs and comments by 31 May 2019 for the attention of Ms Samantha Authar, either electronically to C&E_legislativecomments@sars.gov.za, or manually to the South African Revenue Service, Private Bag X923, Pretoria, 0001.
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The president of the International Aids Society on Tuesday hailed the news that a second person was reported to be HIV-free, after a stem cell transplant, as a critical moment in the search for an HIV cure for the disease.
Anton Pozniak, president of the International AIDS Society (IAS) said the announcement “reaffirms our belief that there exists a proof of concept that HIV is curable”.
“The hope is that this will eventually lead to a safe, cost-effective and easy strategy to achieve these results using gene technology or antibody techniques,” said Pozniak.
Pozniak was commenting in the aftermath of the news that a London patient appears to have been cured of HIV after a bone marrow transplant from a donor with a special genetic mutation.
His case was published in Nature journal yesterday, and simultaneously announced by University College London researchers at the annual Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections in Seattle.
‘Functionally cured’
The “London patient”, who has asked to remain anonymous, was diagnosed with HIV in 2003. In 2012, he developed a blood cancer called Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
He became very ill in 2016 and had a bone marrow transplant from a donor with a genetic mutation — known as CCR5 delta 32 — which has been shown to resist HIV.
Since the transplant, there has been no sign of HIV and he stopped taking antiretroviral medicine 19 months ago.
“There is no virus there that we can measure. We can’t detect anything,” Professor Ravindra Gupta told the conference, describing his patient as “functionally cured”.
“The so-called London Patient has now been off ART for 19 months with no viral rebound which is impressive, but I would still be closely monitoring his viral load,” Sharon Lewin, IAS Governing Council Member and Co-Chair of the Towards an HIV Cure initiative, said.
“However, this is a long time to be in remission off ART’’.
Two factors at play
“Coming 10 years after the successful report of the Berlin Patient, this new case confirms that bone marrow transplantation from a CCR5-negative donor can eliminate residual virus and stop any traces of virus from rebounding,” said Lewin.
“Two factors are likely at play — the new bone marrow is resistant to HIV and also the new bone marrow is actively eliminating any HIV-infected cells through something called graft versus host disease.”
This is the second time a person has been cleared of HIV following a bone marrow transplant from a donor with this genetic mutation.
Twelve years ago, Timothy Brown — initially called the “Berlin patient” before he decided to go public — had this transplant and has been clear of HIV ever since.
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Stellenbosch University (SU) is a research-intensive university where we attract outstanding students, employ talented staff and provide a world-class environment; a place connected to the world, while enriching and transforming local, continental and global communities.
Stellenbosch University’s strategic positioning for the 21st century, as articulated in the Vision 2040 and Strategic Framework 2019-2024 (see: http://www.sun.ac.za/english/about-us/strategic-documents), is anchored in providing a transformative student experience, promoting networked and collaborative teaching and learning, research for impact, purposeful partnerships and inclusive networks, be the employer of choice and cultivate a thriving university.
The primary goal of the Division of Student Affairs (DSA), which reports to the Vice-Rector (Learning and Teaching), is to create an inclusive, supportive and welcoming culture at SU which aims to equip students with graduate attributes aligned to the SU vision. Student Affairs is engaged in this process via broad spectrum of co-curricular activities in the listening, learning and living communities. The management processes of Student Affairs are values-driven, evidence-based and aligned to national and international best practice.
The DSA consists of the following subdivisions: the Centre for Student Communities (CSC) (which includes the housing component), the Centre for Student Counselling and Development (CSCD), and the Centre for Student Leadership and Structures (CSLS), which includes the Frederik van Zyl Slabbert Institute for Leadership Development.
Duties:
Overall management and guidance regarding the strategic direction and coordination of all the activities of the Division of Student Affairs
supplying and facilitating thought leadership – especially outside the classroom context (or co-curriculum)
engage with relevant research on student affairs and put it into practice
guidance in psychosocial support and development, mentor and tutor support, residential training (including leadership and multicultural training), academiccounselling, psychotherapy, supporting students with special learning needs (disabilities) and career development
development of new policies and regulations applicable to students
promoting student success and the optimal development of graduate qualities
maintaining close cooperation with faculties and other support services divisions in support of the general success and well-being of students
responsible for the financial and personnel management of the Division (including performance management and personnel development)
supporting the Vice-Rector (Learning and Teaching) regarding matters affecting student achievement and well-being
representing the University at relevant external forums
initiating and applying relevant research to maintain cutting edge service delivery.
Requirements:
A master’s degree
at least five years of senior management experience in an environment of higher learning
at least five years of experience in and extensive knowledge of student affairs or a similar environment in the higher education field centred around student affairs
evidence of national and/or international outputs in respect of student development as theme for own research and professional development
proven experience of administration (including financial administration) and personnel management
excellent verbal and written fluency in at least English
proven ability to function effectively within a multilingual and multicultural environment
sound interpersonal relations and the ability to provide guidance within a team
proven track record of problem solving and innovation
excellent ability to conceptualise.
As part of the interview process, shortlisted candidates could be expected to perform an assessment test, including a short presentation, based on the requirements as set out in the advertisement.
Recommendations:
A doctorate degree
proficiency in one or more of the additional official South African languages
involvement with student affairs associations or subject groups.
Commencement of duties: 1 July 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing date: 29 March 2019
Enquiries regarding this post and a comprehensive job description: Prof. Arnold Schoonwinkel on 021 808 4909
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits: Ms Kristin Rutgers on 021 808 4906
Completed applications, comprising the documentation as set out below, must be sent via email to
az.ca.nus@reganamsda
before the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Documentation details (PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION INCLUDES ALL OF THE DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW):
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae;
Your vision for DSA at SU and your contribution to this vision in the context of the University’s Vision 2040 and Strategic Framework 2019-2024;
Written examples of your own research outputs and management documentation produced by yourself;
Details regarding present occupation, remuneration package and citizenship;
An indication of the earliest date on which duties can be assumed;
Certified copies of certificates;
Details of at least three referees.
The University will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan, which acknowledges the need to diversify the demographic composition of staff, especially with regard to the appointment of suitable candidates from the designated groups.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
At the discretion of the Selection Committee, candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments, and should therefore be willing to oblige.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The University reserves the right to extend the closing date if deemed appropriate.
National Health Insurance (NHI) is critical to creating a quality functioning healthcare system for all South Africans and it is good to see that Finance Minister Tito Mboweni’s Budget Speech covered areas such as increased funding for certain diseases and improved service delivery in the public sector.
Damian McHugh, head of marketing, Momentum health services.
Healthcare in South Africa can only work if the public and private sectors work in partnership – not one at the expense of the other. That is according to Damian McHugh, head of marketing at Momentum’s health solutions.
“By strengthening public health delivery, and with the private sector making sure that it is working towards a healthier South African healthcare sector by looking for opportunities to work with public entities, we can improve and safeguard the health of all South Africans,” says McHugh.
Mboweni unveiled several changes intended to improve the public health system and address funding for initiatives like the NHI.
Flat lining medical tax credits
To fund the NHI specifically, Mboweni announced a flat lining of medical tax credits, which is expected to generate additional revenue of R1bn in 2019/20. Spending on the NHI programme will increase at an average annual rate of 36.6%, from R1.2bn in 2018/19 to R3bn in 2021/22.
McHugh adds that it is further critical that resources are earmarked to help deliver a fully functioning, world-class public healthcare system, both in terms of infrastructure and service delivery. To this end, it is notable that the 2019 budget has allocated funds to combat diseases like malaria. Figures released by the World Health Organisation (WHO) show that the number of malaria deaths reached 435,000 globally in 2017, with the African region accounting for 92% of malaria cases and 93% of malaria deaths, during this period.
“The bad news as far as the consumer is concerned, is that you will not be able to claim more tax back for your medical aid contribution than in 2018, and it is unlikely that the 2020 budget will increase tax credits either. As the situation stands, principal members and the first dependent on a medical scheme continue to enjoy a monthly tax credit of R310, which reduces to R209 for additional dependents,” explains McHugh.
Impact of VAT increase
When VAT was increased last year, while not impacting medical aid contributions directly at the time, it did result in higher treatment costs, which increased claims costs and led to higher-than-inflation contribution increases among most schemes for 2019. Fortunately, this year’s budget didn’t include a further increase in VAT, which should bode well for 2020 medical aid increases.
“While South Africa finds ways to fund public healthcare, private healthcare consumers will increasingly need to use their health and active lifestyle as an asset, making use of innovative products in the market that assist one in making healthcare funding more affordable,” concludes McHugh.
Encouragingly, government is increasing funding for South Africa’s healthcare professionals, having acknowledged the need for more doctors and nurses. Mboweni announced that R2.8bn has been reprioritised for a new human resources grant and R1bn for medial interns. Another R1bn has been added to raise the wages of community health workers, who will earn R3,500 per month.
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