Your Tax Specialist: Lesetja Makhura | Tax Specialist

In this conversation, we sit down with tax specialist and CA(SA) Lesetja Makhura to unpack the world of tax in a way that is practical, relatable, and easy to understand.From growing up in rural Limpopo to working at SARS, Absa, and now the IDC, Lesetja shares his career journey, what drew him into tax, and why businesses should stop treating tax as an afterthought.The conversation explores:• What tax specialists actually do• The difference between loans and equity from a tax perspective• Why documentation matters in business• Common mistakes businesses make with SARS• Cross-border investments and tax risks• Corporate restructuring explained simply• Lessons from working inside SARS• The latest budget speech highlights• Advice for young professionals considering tax as a careerWhether you are employed, freelancing, studying, running a business, or simply trying to better understand your finances, this episode will help you see tax differently.Because tax is not just about compliance — it is about awareness, planning, and making smarter financial decisions.Powered by Grownish Woes & Money Unscripted.