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Tshwane, 7 October 2025-The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has noted media reports by Independent Newspapers today wherein it is alleged that Mr Lucky Montana MP has "charged" and "laid criminal charges" against SARS for supposedly "fraudulently doctoring a fake court judgment to justify a hefty tax bill". Mr Montana further allegedly made public claims against SARS of "maladministration, abuse of power and a politically motivated witch hunt".
Whereas ordinarily, SARS does not engage publicly with taxpayers that are engaged in dispute processes, the false claims must be addressed immediately. In this respect, it is absolutely essential to provide a background to this matter.
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