PRETORIA, Wednesday 1 May 2019 – Today Edward Kieswetter starts his role as Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service.

We welcome Kieswetter and look forward to working with him in rebuilding SARS.

In keeping with good governance as well as the relevant policies, the Commissioner has fully disclosed his outside interests and involvement in various organizations.

Kieswetter has already commenced a review of his portfolio of interests and has submitted his resignation as Lead Independent Director of Shoprite.

He has previously resigned from the boards of African Unity and GEMS Education, Africa.

Other than personal private investments, his significant involvement includes directorships on Transnet and Technology Innovation Agency, both State-owned Enterprises.

Mr Kieswetter has expressed his full commitment to manage his personal affairs in a manner that creates public confidence.

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