South Africa Highlights Benefits of Special Economic Zones

In Traders and Travellers Connect Edition 5, published 9 June 2025, the South African Revenue Service highlights the benefits of special economic zones, especially for small, micro, and medium enterprises (SMMEs)

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Background of SEZs

SEZs are geographically designated areas set aside for targeted economic activities. Through tax incentives, these zones attract foreign and domestic investment and technology. The SEZ must be designated by the Minister of Trade and Industry and clients mu…