TAX INVESTIGATION INTO NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATIONS

Issued by: Tax Commission

9 July 1996

The Tax Commission is to continue with its investigation into non-governmental organisations. Aspects which will receive particular attention will include the present exemption from income tax granted to religious, charitable and educational institutions and funds as well as the possible deduction for income tax purposes of donations made to non-governmental organisations.

Submissions should be forwarded to: The Secretary, Tax Commission Private Bag X349, Pretoria 0001

Faxes can be sent to (012) 323-2917

The closing date for submissions is 30 August 1996

ISSUED BY THE TAX COMMISSION PRETORIA