Article

Deel Local Payroll has launched embedded payroll payments, giving UK businesses a simpler, more secure way to pay employees directly from the platform. The new capability lets payroll managers and bureaus run payroll and pay every employee...

How changes to the Code of Good Practice on Dismissal modernise labour management. People are at the centre of every business. They bring perspective, ideas, skills, and experience that help companies excel and succeed. However, it doesn’t...

This will be the year that human resources settles into its strategic role. HR management has transformed since it first appeared in the early 1900s. Dashboards, data, self-service and other technology-powered features save time, improve...

Working remotely or from the office offers different benefits, but which is better? Both concepts are part of changing workplaces and rather than choosing a side, workplace cultures should evolve to embrace these new dimensions. The...

It’s not uncommon for employees to need an advance on their wages. When life happens and you need to free up cashflow, early access to earned wages can help employees without raising employer overheads.  Times are hard for many, with...

Is your payroll provider slowing your business down? As we head into 2026, companies are under increasing pressure to do more with less: tighter budgets, stricter compliance rules, and growing demands from employees for accuracy and...

Employee turnover is one of the most critical and costly metrics for any business. But simply knowing your overall turnover rate is not enough. To truly understand the health of your organisation and build effective retention strategies,...

Deciding on whether to Work From Home (WFH) or Return To Office (RTO) is up to you. Exercising your choice is up to your payroll and HR software. Remote work has become culturally ingrained over the last five years, even though there is...

In Eswatini, individuals pay income tax on income earned in or from within the country. This follows a source-based tax system, where tax is charged based on where the income originates, regardless of where it is received. The Income Tax...

The Finance Act 2025 (Act No. 18 of 2025) has been published in Government Gazette No. 66 on 9 August 2025. This Act introduces several amendments to the Income Tax Act, with certain provisions impacting payroll from 01 July 2025. Revision...

It’s a fact: In-house payroll is not necessarily the best option for all companies. Accurate and timely payroll impacts costs, tax compliance, and employee morale. Many businesses assume that insourced payroll is fundamentally superior....

AI and chatbots are revolutionising self-service. But are you selecting the right technology? Which expenses can I claim for reimbursement? Can I have a copy of my payslip? How do I apply for leave? Many companies want to automate the...

Manual payroll processing might seem like a cheaper and more manageable option than paying for external platforms or outsourcing—especially for small teams or startup businesses that operate in a single jurisdiction. However, as your...

Industry: Retail (Apparel)  Region: South Africa  Company Size: 550+ employees  Product Used: Deel Local Payroll powered by PaySpace Seamless Payroll Integration with Workday PUMA South Africa modernised its HR and payroll systems with...

Industry: Manufacturing  Region: Southern Africa  Company Size: 200–500 employees  Product Used: Deel Local Payroll powered by PaySpace From Legacy Payroll to WhatsApp Self-Service What challenge was BSI Steel trying to solve? BSI Steel...

How can companies select the right partner to overcome security concerns and modernise?  For countless businesses, many payroll operations still don’t enjoy the benefits of next-generation technologies such as single-truth data,...

If your company employs people in more than one country, or plans to, you’ll quickly discover that payroll can get complicated, fast. Understanding the difference between Global Payroll and Local Payroll (also known as Self-Service...

SARS has released version 24.0.0 of the PAYE Business Requirements Specification (BRS), which outlines the rules for generating tax certificates and reconciliations. The updated BRS applies to all employers submitting PAYE returns for the...

By Bruce van Wyk CEO at Deel Local Payroll, powered by PaySpace.  Are there skills gaps in your business? What is the cost of hiring and onboarding a new employee? How should you forecast for overtime? What will your upcoming expense costs...

Deel Local Payroll powered by PaySpace, um provedor líder de soluções inovadoras de folha de pagamento, e PMóvel, um nome proeminente em soluções de Ponto e Acesso (T&A) no Brasil, anunciaram hoje uma parceria comercial estratégica. Esta...

As part of the 2025 Budget Review, the Minister of Finance announced updates to the Employment Tax Incentive (ETI) aimed at supporting youth employment while ensuring continued affordability for employers.  In terms of section 7 of the...

Following the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget announcement on 30 October 2024, several legislative changes affecting payroll have been approved by Parliament and will apply for the 2025/2026 tax year. Key updates effective from 6 April 2025...

The Minister of Employment and Labour published a Government Notice increasing the OID earnings threshold as follows: - from R597 328.00 per annum (limit for 2024/2025), - to R633 168.00 per annum effective 01 March 2025 (limit for...

PaySpace moves closer to the Deel family with new branding yet the same people, dedication, and innovation. One year after being acquired by Deel, PaySpace by Deel has officially transitioned into Deel Local Payroll, powered by PaySpace....

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), in consultation with the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), has revised the maximum insurable earnings for 2025 from GHS 52 000.00 to GHS 61 000.00. This adjustment...

The following amendments have been introduced in Kenya. NSSF Rates Increase In accordance with Schedule 3 of the NSSF Act No. 45 of 2013, the contribution limits are subject to annual increases. As of February 2025, NSSF will progress to...

In Brazil, employee benefits are a significant component of compensation packages and often contribute to attracting and retaining top talent. However, many employers and employees are unaware of the complexities of taxing these benefits....

The “official rate of interest” for calculating the taxable benefit on low-interest or interest-free debt will decrease by 0.25% with effect from 01 February 2025. For more information, click here to view the current market rates on the...

Enterprise resource planning software is a cornerstone technology for many enterprises. But times are changing, and outdated ERP software is doing more harm than good. When a major South African bank needed to make changes to its ERP, it...

As we kick off 2025, it’s an opportune moment for businesses to reflect on their HR and payroll strategies and set ambitious goals for the year ahead to revitalise company culture and align teams towards common objectives. Here’s how...

Payroll is one of the most critical aspects of managing a business. In Brazil, where labour and tax laws are complex and stringent, making payroll mistakes can lead to hefty fines and legal issues. To help your business start 2025 on the...

In 2025, many companies in the UK will face the challenge of adapting to a constantly evolving UK HR and payroll environment. Updated laws, changing employee demands, and technological advancements- staying on top of this is essential for...

Why do companies experience new possibilities when they connect payroll and HR systems? While most companies focus their energy on optimising processes and productivity, they often overlook a crucial pairing. HR and payroll both focus on...

For UK businesses, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations is paramount. One of the most crucial aspects of this compliance is the timely submission of statutory reports. These reports provide the HMRC with essential information about a...

Employees can now use WhatsApp to access helpful tools and employee self-services anytime and anywhere. Pacey, a great new employee self-service feature, helps employees with their payroll and HR needs. It ‌saves time by reducing paperwork...

For many businesses in the UK, managing payroll and meeting HMRC requirements can be a daunting task, regardless of their size. The ever-changing regulations, manual procedures, and the fear of penalties can make it feel like a burden....

The UK Employment Rights Bill 2024, released on October 10, 2024, brings major reforms affecting payroll processes in the UK. Part of the government’s “Plan to Make Work Pay,” is heralded as the “biggest upgrade to rights at work for a...

On 13 September 2024, the Government of Mauritius issued the Remuneration Regulations (Workers Remuneration Amendment Regulations) 2024. These regulations require employers to pay employees the wage relativity adjustment as outlined in the...

By Bruce van Wyk, CEO of PaySpace by Deel The relationship between payroll and HR has long been one of function rather than strategy. Payroll is typically seen as an administrative necessity—processing wages, handling benefits, and...

Payroll reporting is one of the most complex challenges businesses face. Information overload can stifle productivity and decision-making. The constant juggling of databases, manual data entry, and the risk of errors consume valuable time....

Did you know that small and mid-market businesses are getting more value from their payroll through cloud-native platforms? Salaries represent a considerable portion of business costs and small and mid-market companies are particularly...

Imagine this: you’re scrolling through job listings, but every payroll administrator position seems to require experience with payroll and HR software. You know you’re a whiz with numbers and organisation, but that one missing piece is...

Although your cloud provider makes backups, it is not responsible for your data. Are you taking the necessary precautions? Creating backups is crucial for individuals and businesses alike. Many rely on cloud backups to keep our data safe....

The Minister of Finance published the Income Tax (AMA) Regulation No.25 of 2024, containing the new tax rates effective 1 April 2024: - the tax credit has been adjusted from M10 824.00 to M11 040.00 per annum, and - the first tax...

Are you tired of wrestling with complicated payroll software? Many businesses find themselves bogged down by the complexities of customisation. But fear not! In this article, we explore why a well-configured payroll system might just be...

The Minister of Employment and Labour published Government Gazette 50386 (Notice 2390 of 2024) on 27 March 2024, increasing the OID earnings threshold as follows: - from R568 959 per annum (limit for 2023/2024), - to R597 328 per annum...

The business world is constantly changing. New regulations, evolving workforce needs, and unexpected events can all necessitate rapid adjustments within your organisation. But can your payroll and HR processes keep up? Struggling with...

The prospect of expanding your business internationally is thrilling – new markets, increased revenue, and global recognition. But venturing overseas comes with challenges, especially in payroll. From navigating complex tax regulations to...

We have an exciting announcement- PaySpace is being acquired by Deel Inc, a global HR company. This acquisition will bring together Deel’s leading EOR services and PaySpace’s payroll technology expertise to deliver a unique and powerful...

In the fast-paced world of business, payroll management is a critical function that demands accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Late payments, legislative missteps, and tax processing errors can not only damage employee morale but also...

The Finance Law N°23/056 of 10 December 2023 for the 2024 tax year has been promulgated by the President. This law is effective as of 1 January 2024. Please take note of the following changes for payroll: - Modification of Article 18 de...

The Annual EMP501 Submission Guideline: From your payroll software to e@syFile™ Employer As the South African financial year draws to a close, employers brace themselves for a crucial task – the Annual Employer Reconciliation Declaration,...

On Friday, 5 January 2024, the Council (under the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Foresight) adopted a decree (Decret No 2024-0027/PRES-TRANS/PM/MEPFMFPTPS) establishing a compulsory withholding tax on the remuneration of public officials...

Is there a more inconvenient time to lose power than at month-end? Businesses rely on crucial activities, such as payroll processing and HR functions, to keep operations running smoothly. Unfortunately, when load shedding occurs, these...

On Wednesday, 17 January 2024 we received a Public Notice confirming that the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has increased the minimum and maximum insurable earnings for 2024. The Social Security and National...

Following the promulgation of the Finance Act, 2023, the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has released the new tax tables. The new tax tables are effective from 1 January 2024. No changes were made to the USD tax tables. Click here to...

The National Pension Scheme Authority is mandated to review the contribution ceiling and pension payments annually and adjust them in line with the change in the National Average Earnings (NAE). This is in accordance with section 35 of the...

The 2024 Budget Address was delivered to the National Assembly on Friday, 29th September 2023 and proposed changes include providing relief to workers by introducing a reduction in the current PAYE regime. Parliament in Zambia enacted...

The Council of Ministers, under the chairmanship of the President of the Republic on 11 October 2023 examined and adopted 7 decrees to accelerate the process of implementing the Universal Health Insurance. The universal health coverage was...

The Presidency of the Republic published ‘Ordonnance No 2023-179 du 13 Septembere 2023’, reforming the taxes on salary, wages, pensions and life annuities. The Director General of Taxes announced that this reform will take effect on 1...

According to Legal Notice No. 140 of 2020, the maximum wage limit for Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF) contributions will increase from E3 500.00 to E3 700.00 effective 1 January 2024. Therefore, the maximum contribution for both...

On the 14th of June 2023, the Madagascar Ministry of Labour, Employment, Public Service and Social Laws published Decree No. 2023 – 563, fixing the minimum wages for hiring and seniority by professional category and the minimum monthly...

As per the MRA, the minimum and maximum basic wage or salary on which contributions to the National Savings Fund (NSF) are payable, has been adjusted as from 01 July 2023. Click here for more details. NSF Ceiling July 2023 The NSF Minimum...

The Written Law (Miscellaneous Amendment) Act No.10 of 2022 assented on 22 December 2022, amended the Zanzibar Social Security Fund Act, No.2 of 2005 by increasing the total monthly employer contribution from 13% to 14%, effective January...

In terms of Statutory Instrument 64 of 2022, gazetted on 01 April 2022, the monthly insurable earnings ceiling is now reviewable quarterly. The insurable earnings ceiling for the months of April, May and June 2023 is ZWL 518 239.00....

If you have a company with employees, then you will be required to submit an EMP501 reconciliation form. It is extremely important that you do this submission correctly, and do not miss the due date on this submission. In this article, we...

What is the use of a SARS Tax Calculator in 2023? It is nearing that time of the year again. SARS is knocking on our doors and we have to ensure that we have all of our ducks in a row and pay our Taxes for 2023. It can be daunting to...

During the 2023 Budget Speech delivered to the National Assembly, the Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwana, outlined the government’s fiscal priorities and proposed tax relief measures for the year ahead. The following documents have...

We are excited to announce that PaySpace will be the title sponsor for the upcoming A1Padel PaySpace Cape Town Master 2023  world tour event kicking off in Cape Town, South Africa. Taking place from February 13th to 19th, the tournament...

Unfortunately, payroll reports are not as simple as paying your employee a salary. There are a variety of documents, reports, and calculations that need to be completed in order to comply with payroll requirements. In this article, we will...

The PaySpace founders came from humble beginnings and knew they would have to grab every opportunity and merge that with the desire to build a successful and valuable future for themselves, their families and those willing to join the...

The Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) has announced a new law establishing taxes on income no. 027/2022 of 20/10/2022 published in the official gazette no special of 28/10/2022. Considering that due to the Rwanda Tax Tables update, the tax...

Small business tax in South Africa can be a pain. Even though we all hate thinking and speaking about tax, the reality is that it is something we cannot avoid. SARS might be viewed as the bad guy but they have actually implemented a system...

Payroll software in Namibia is available and underutilized. Payroll is a process that takes a lot of time and effort when performed manually. It needs to be accurate and compliant, if it is not, it could cost a business a lot of money and...

Can good customer service drive greater value than product or price? Customer experience through customer service, or the overall impression of a business throughout the duration of a customer’s journey, has become more important as a...

If you have ever wondered how a payroll system works, this article will clarify it for you. Payroll is time-consuming, requires a lot of attention to detail, and can be quite tricky if one has a large number of employees in a company;...

What is the role of a Payroll Administrator? Payroll is the process of ensuring that each and every employee is paid correctly, the necessary deductions are made, and much more. It is a long, tedious, and complex process that requires a...

Do you need automated employee payslips? No matter how one approaches it, payroll is complicated. However, there are tools that can simplify this complex and oftentimes overwhelming process. Automating your payroll process will provide you...

In a digital world, it is hard to imagine that so many payroll systems implemented by companies still function on a manual process. There is, however, a digital solution that has a variety of benefits that a business cannot overlook. This...

Everyone has heard of payroll, and some even of online payroll. Whether as an employee, employer, or the person processing and performing payroll. It is a time consuming, complicated, and often stressful task, as a mistake can easily...

Every organisation is constantly on the lookout for ways to ensure it does well and retains top talent. Most successful organisations have two things in common: a winning company culture and a strong customer focus. In these entities,...

Innovation cycles are a key catalyst for growth and play a critical role in both entrepreneurship and economic development. The term ‘creative destruction’ was first coined in 1942 by economist Joseph Schumpeter. It refers to the...

The global pandemic stopped meetings, conferences, and events in their tracks. Like every other industry, the events industry went through an unprecedented time, and had to reinvent itself in order to survive. The pandemic accelerated the...

Companies of every size and in every industry have a lot on their plate when it comes to tax-related paperwork. While it is often an arduous task, ensuring accurate submission and meeting SARS deadlines is one of the most important...

It’s that time of year again – the interim PAYE Employer Reconciliation period for the 2022 tax year opened on 13 September 2021, with the deadline for filing the reconciliation on 31 October 2021. Although the practice of submission is...

1.  What is Payroll? Payroll is the largest expense of an organisation and should be managed with attention to detail to pay employees accurately and on time. The payroll division has the added pressure of legislative compliance as...

Not only is Africa the world’s second largest and second most densely populated continent, as it boasts 54 countries with eight territories, but it is also home to a wide diversity of ethnicities, cultures, and languages. Today, technology...

In the past year, organisations were forced to start working remotely and employees had to adapt to new ways of doing things. Companies had to find ways to ensure that their teams were keeping with the times and had to guarantee the...

The cloud computing market is rapidly evolving and expanding. This comes as no surprise, as the benefits of cloud are vast and well-documented. Cloud can enable companies to deliver on their business outcomes and innovations far more...

The last year has seen organisations across the board rapidly switch to remote working. Although this mass migration went reasonably well, there were a few pitfalls that business leaders had to take into account. After all, the...

The benefits of the cloud have been well documented. Cloud solutions are accessible anywhere, are more flexible, offer agile service, there is no hardware to maintain, no manual backups to keep on top of, no more paper-based processes, and...

Many C-level executives and board members are looking to the CIO to define their technology strategies, and in particular their cloud strategies. They will delve into the available offerings for the space in which they operate, and...

Compliance with POPIA is more critical than ever as the global COVID-19 pandemic that has seen workforces around the world now working from home, has introduced another dynamic. Scams and security breaches are steadily increasing as...

PaySpace, in association with the Global Payroll Association (GPA), is presenting a training course to help the association’s members understand how payroll works in South Africa, Mauritius, Kenya and Nigeria. The course will be run by...

Business resilience is about being prepared and with the COVID-19 pandemic declared a national state of disaster, now more than ever, digital transformation is on the forefront for businesses across the board. The month long quarantine and...

Today, more and more businesses are confidently outsourcing business functions, or parts thereof to service providers whom they trust to do the job faster, more affordably, and more effectively than they can themselves. Payroll and HR is...

PaySpace, a cloud-native Payroll and Human Capital Management software solutions, announced that it has been selected as the preferred cloud service provider to former Sage Managing Director for Africa and the Middle East, Anton Van...

As a payroll manager navigating today’s highly competitive international business arena, it’s critical that you stay on top of your game to make your role invaluable. International organisations are increasingly choosing to manage their...

A security breach puts a company’s reputation at risk and can have costly consequences. The 2017 Trustwave Global Security Report states that cyber-criminals often identify ‘soft-targets’, such as commonly used software platforms with...

Digital connectivity is transforming how many African companies and governments are doing business. As more countries bring their financial services online, digital tax returns are becoming more common. South Africa, Zambia, Botswana and...

Managing employee leave can be an onerous task. Requests come through constantly and someone has to respond to them, make sure that staff don’t all take leave on the same days and record the various dates in the company’s payroll system....

There are many good reasons to outsource your payroll. A robust, global solution can help companies simplify the process of managing their payroll in multiple locations. Instead of having to source and manage various service providers in...

With tax season in full swing, employers and payroll managers are very likely feeling the pressure. Your approach to calculating payroll taxes over the past year will impact whether your employees have problems when they submit their...

Is your company interested in expanding its operations across Africa? The continent’s economic growth presents some attractive business opportunities and many multinationals are taking notice. However, Africa is home to 54 countries, and...

Why undertake a cloud migration? There are several excellent reasons. The benefits of cloud-native software are many and varied: it makes information easier to access, updates automatically, and makes your IT systems more transparent and...

When companies expand into Africa, they typically have excellent intentions. Sure, they want to advance their financial interest, but they also want to create jobs for locals, contribute to their communities, and – perhaps most importantly...

Managing your company’s payroll doesn’t have to be an administrative nightmare. The bigger the enterprise though, the more onerous the job is. Payroll managers at multi-national organisations have to pay close attention to a variety of...

The 2019/20 tax year end deadline is fast approaching for many businesses. This can be a stressful time for your company’s finance departments and payroll managers. The right tax year end checklist can help you simplify the process and...

The last quarter of the year is always busy with businesses rushing to get as much as possible done before the December shutdown period begins. December is also a very popular holiday season which means that on top of everything else, you...