Johnstone Makhubu to start as SARS Commissioner in May

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•President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Dr. Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as SARS commissioner on April 2, 2026.
•Makhubu will begin his role as SARS commissioner in May 2026.
•He succeeds Edward Kieswetter, the previous SARS commissioner.
•Makhubu holds a PhD and is also known as a pastor.
•The appointment was publicly welcomed by government and tax officials.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Commissioner Makhubu implements reforms to improve SARS efficiency South Africa could see increased tax revenue collection, benefiting government budgets and public services.

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🌍African countries

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🏛South African Revenue Service

People

👤Cyril Ramaphosa(President of South Africa)👤Edward Kieswetter(Former Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service)👤Johnstone Makhubu(Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service)

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AFRICADaily Maverick (South Africa)NEWSFLASH: Ramaphosa picks 'steady hand' Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as new SARS boss AFRICAIOL (South Africa)Dr Ngobani Makhubu welcomed as incoming SARS Commissioner AFRICABusiness Day (South Africa)Incoming SARS commissioner Johnstone Makhubu starts job in May AFRICAIOL (South Africa)

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr. Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as the new commissioner of the South African Revenue Service (SARS), with Makhubu set to start in May. This leadership change is important for South Africa's tax administration and revenue collection, which affect the country's public finances and economic stability. Makhubu is noted for his independent thinking and background as a pastor with a PhD, which may influence his approach to managing SARS.