This practical webinar unpacks South Africa’s revised Diesel Refund Scheme and the major 2026 changes affecting farming, forestry, mining, and other qualifying industries. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the legislative framework, qualifying activities, compliance obligations, SARS administrative changes, and common audit risks associated with diesel rebate claims.
South Africa’s Diesel Refund Scheme has undergone significant reform with the increase of qualifying diesel refund claims from 80% to 100% for certain primary sector users and the introduction of a modernised SARS diesel refund administration system. This webinar provides a practical overview of the revised diesel rebate framework under the Customs and Excise Act, including the qualifying industries, eligible activities, registration requirements, documentation standards, and audit risks.
The session also examines the transition away from VAT-based administration to the standalone SARS Diesel Refund System, highlighting operational and compliance implications for taxpayers, accountants, auditors, and tax practitioners. Participants will explore the interaction between the diesel rebate and VAT administration, record-keeping obligations, logbook requirements, apportionment methodologies, penalties for non-compliance, and practical risk areas frequently challenged by SARS. Practical examples and legislative references will be included throughout the session.
Key topics covered:
• Tax practitioners
• Accountants
• Auditors
• Financial managers
• Diesel rebate administrators
• Farming businesses
• Mining companies
• Forestry operators
• VAT specialists
• Customs and excise professionals
• Compliance officers
• Payroll and finance personnel involved in fuel management
