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23 October 2026 · 23:59:59 SAST · Non-provisional taxpayers

Running total · 2026/27 tax year

The average SA freelancer has lost

R0.00

so far this tax year by not tracking expenses.

Based on R14,200 average annual unclaimed deductions · R38.90/day · Ticking in real time

Where does R38.90/day come from?

The average South African freelancer leaves R14,200 in unclaimed ITR12 deductions every year. That works out to R38.90 for every single day they go without organised expense records. The counter above shows how much has accumulated since 1 March 2026 — the start of the current SARS tax year.

Average annual unclaimed deductions R14,200
Divided by days in a year ÷ 365
Daily cost of not tracking R38.90 / day
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What SARS lets you claim

These deductions reduce your taxable income on your ITR12 return.

Mileage
Business travel in your personal vehicle
R4.84 per km · SARS 2025/26 deemed rate
Home office
Dedicated work room as proportion of your home
s11(a) proportional deduction
Software & subscriptions
Tools used in your business
100% claimable · s11(a)
Equipment & tools
Laptops, cameras, gear used for work
33.3%/yr straight-line · s11(e)
Meals & entertainment
Client-related meals and entertainment
50% claimable · s23(o)
Professional services
Accounting, legal, consulting fees
100% claimable · s11(a)

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