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ENS

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Global Guide 2026 : South Africa


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ENSafrica is the only law firm to offer the full spectrum of tax advice throughout Africa, including advising on the expansion of larg

ENSafrica’s dedicated tax team is able to offer the full spectrum of tax advice throughout Africa, including advising multinationals who are expanding on the continent.

Our key differentiator is that we are the largest tax team housed in a law firm on the African continent. We are able to offer you a distinct competitive edge by combining unique areas of tax specialisation with extensive African and international experience and an innovative, solution-driven approach.

We have a specialised Africa tax desk which advises on the tax consequences of domestic and cross-border transactions across the African continent.

ENSafrica is recognised by top ranking agencies for achieving consistently high standards when working on the continent.

As Africa’s largest law firm with over 600 specialist practitioners, ENSafrica has the capacity to deliver on your business requirements across all major industries and the continent. We are able to leverage our resources to suit your pricing preferences and deliver within your timeframes.

In addition to our team members based in ENSafrica offices in a number of African countries, we have an extensive network of high quality tax correspondent firms with whom we have built long-standing relationships. This means that we are able to cover every country in Africa.

Chambers Review

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Tax - South Africa

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
ENS is a solid law firm with a notable tax practice in South Africa. Capable of tackling high-value instructions spanning the full spectrum of tax, the practice brings considerable clout to both contentious and non-contentious matters and is especially noted for its expertise in cross-border litigation and transfer pricing. The group is highly sought after by blue-chip international and domestic clients, particularly those operating in the finance and mining industries.

Work Highlights

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  • ENS represented Richards Bay Mining in a dispute with the South African Revenue Service before the Hight Court of South Africa regarding the calculation of mineral royalties.

Strengths

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  • The team of lawyers is attentive, highly experienced and knowledgeable. There is always a very prompt response and quick turnaround in providing feedback and advice.

    Tax respondentGlobal
  • The law firm has a very quick turnaround time and a personal communication style.

    Tax respondentGlobal
  • ENS offers wide expertise, a credible track record and is responsive and innovative.

    Tax respondentGlobal
  • ENS is a true partner to our business and we trust the advice that the law firm provides as being both technically and commercially optimal.

    Tax respondentGlobal
  • ENS has extensive industry knowledge and stays abreast with all tax related court cases. There are clear communication channels and the team regularly provides progress updates.

    Tax respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Peter Dachs
    Band 1Peter Dachs

    Peter Dachs

    Peter Dachs has an impressive track record of working for major financial institutions, advising on a range of transactions including debt issuances, offshore investments and restructurings. He also has experience acting for major corporations.
    • Peter Dachs is an outstanding tax lawyer. He demonstrates strong commercial and technical acumen and is our go-to trusted adviser on the most complex transactions.

      Tax respondentGlobal
    • I always trust his judgement on commercial matters that are not black and white.

      Tax respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Andries Myburgh
    Band 2Andries Myburgh

    Andries Myburgh

    Andries Myburgh is noted for his impressive corporate tax expertise, particularly in relation to major M&A deals and restructuring mandates. He is also highly regarded for his handling of tax disputes in the mining sector.

    • Andries Myburgh offers exceptional expertise and service.

      Tax respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Robert Gad
    Band 3Robert Gad

    Robert Gad

    Robert Gad maintains a solid tax practice and is well-positioned to advise on corporate tax matters and the tax aspects of restructurings and investments. From Cape Town, he advises domestic clients on both local and cross-border mandates.

    • Robert Gad stands out for his understanding of the client and his efficiency.

      Tax respondentGlobal
  • SpotlightCharles de Wet
    SpotlightCharles de Wet

    Charles de Wet

    Charles de Wet is recognised for his experience in handling a variety of tax mandates, often acting for domestic clients from the mining and food and beverage industries. He is particularly knowledgeable on VAT matters.

    • Charles is very knowledgeable about the practicalities of dealing with SARS and its operational processes.

      Tax respondentGlobal
    • Charles de Wet is extremely knowledgeable.

      Tax respondentGlobal

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South Africa

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