Major League star served with SARS letter of demand, reportedly has 10 days to settle
- Major League DJz DJ Banele Khanya Mbere received a final letter of demand from SARS for over R1.19m in overdue tax
- SARS served the document to Mbere on 18 August, warning that failure to pay could trigger further legal enforcement action
- The revenue collector has flagged the possibility of auctioning Mbere's assets to recover the outstanding debt
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Major League DJz star Banele Khanya Mbere is in hot water with the South African Revenue Service, which has issued a final letter of demand for a tax debt of just over R1.19 million. The revenue collector has made clear that if the bill is not settled, it is prepared to pursue aggressive legal remedies, including putting his assets up for auction.
The demand document, which was served to Mbere on 18 August, offers a rare look into the tax affairs of one half of the twin DJ duo that has become a heavyweight in South Africa's entertainment scene. Together with his brother Bandile, Banele has built Major League DJz into a household name, celebrated both locally and internationally for their Balcony Mix sessions and Amapiano sound.
SARS Warns of Asset Auction
According to the Sunday Times, which reviewed the final demand letter, SARS has not ruled out seizing and auctioning Mbere's assets should he fail to make good on the R1.19m outstanding amount. This type of enforcement action is among the most severe tools available to the revenue authority and is typically reserved for cases where prior engagement has not resulted in payment.
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However, the situation may not be without a path to resolution. The SARS letter reportedly indicates that an arrangement can be made for Mbere to settle the debt, suggesting that a payment plan could still be on the table before any drastic steps are taken.
Who Is Banele Mbere?
Banele Mbere, together with twin brother Bandile, forms Major League DJz, one of South Africa's most recognised DJ acts. The pair helped popularise the global Amapiano wave and have performed at major events across the world. Their outdoor Balcony Mix concerts became a cultural phenomenon during the COVID-19 lockdown period, drawing massive online audiences.
The tax dispute adds a significant complication to what has otherwise been a high-profile career in the music industry. SARS has intensified its scrutiny of high-earning individuals in recent years as part of broader efforts to close the country's revenue gap.
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