In general, SARS is seen as a preferred creditor. |
It should be noted that where a property transaction is cancelled for the purposes of avoiding or evading transfer duty, there is no true cancellation of the agreement and duty will be raised as if the original agreement had not been cancelled. |
SARS investigators together with the police will investigate the matter further. |
The large quantity demonstrates the threat syndicated crime and the smuggling of illicit items, including narcotics, pose to South Africa and its communities. |