The Declaration of Interest is a fundamental governance document required across various sectors in South Africa, aligned with the Companies Act 71 of 2008, the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act, and the King IV Report on Corporate Governance. This declaration is typically used when individuals take up new positions, annually thereafter, or when their circumstances change. It requires comprehensive disclosure of personal, professional, and financial interests that could create actual or perceived conflicts with organizational duties. The document forms part of South Africa's robust corporate governance framework, helping organizations maintain transparency, prevent corruption, and manage potential conflicts of interest effectively. The declaration includes various categories of interests, from direct financial holdings to indirect benefits and related party relationships.
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1. Declarant Information: Personal and professional details of the person making the declaration, including full name, ID number, position, and organization
2. Declaration Statement: Formal statement acknowledging the obligation to declare interests and confirming the truth and completeness of the disclosure
3. Direct Financial Interests: Details of shareholdings, partnerships, directorships, and other direct financial interests in any business or organization
4. Indirect Financial Interests: Financial interests held by immediate family members or through nominees that could influence or be perceived to influence the declarant
5. Non-Financial Interests: Positions held in other organizations, professional memberships, voluntary positions that could create conflicts
6. Related Party Interests: Interests of connected persons (family members, business partners) that could create actual or perceived conflicts
7. Gifts and Hospitality: Declaration of significant gifts, hospitality, or other benefits received in the past year that could create obligations or influence
8. Certification: Signed statement confirming the truthfulness of the declaration and understanding of ongoing obligation to update
1. Public Sector Specific Disclosures: Additional disclosures required for public sector employees as per Public Service Act and PFMA
2. Procurement Involvement: Specific section for those involved in procurement processes, declaring any interests in potential suppliers or contractors
3. Research Interests: For academic or research institutions, declaring research funding, grants, and intellectual property interests
4. Political Interests: Declaration of political affiliations or activities that could influence decision-making
5. Professional Services: For professional service providers, declaring client relationships that could create conflicts
6. External Remuneration: Declaration of additional employment, consulting, or speaking engagements
1. Schedule A - Detailed Financial Holdings: Comprehensive list of all shareholdings, investments, and financial interests with values and percentages
2. Schedule B - Related Party Information: Detailed information about related parties including nature of relationship and their interests
3. Schedule C - Gift Register: Detailed register of gifts, hospitality, and benefits received including dates, values, and providers
4. Appendix 1 - Guidelines for Completion: Detailed instructions and examples for completing each section of the declaration
5. Appendix 2 - Definitions: Definitions of key terms used in the declaration including 'interest', 'related party', and 'conflict of interest'
Relevant legal definitions
Interest
Material Interest
Direct Interest
Indirect Interest
Financial Interest
Non-Financial Interest
Related Party
Connected Person
Immediate Family Member
Close Family Member
Associate
Business Relationship
Conflict of Interest
Perceived Conflict of Interest
Actual Conflict of Interest
Potential Conflict of Interest
Gift
Hospitality
Benefit
Material Benefit
Position of Authority
Decision-Making Capacity
Professional Activity
Outside Interest
Commercial Interest
Shareholding
Directorship
Partnership Interest
Beneficial Owner
Controlling Interest
Personal Interest
Private Interest
Declarable Interest
Significant Influence
Professional Relationship
Financial Relationship
Business Entity
Affiliated Entity
Subsidiary
Competitor
Supplier
Client
Service Provider
Material Interest
Direct Interest
Indirect Interest
Financial Interest
Non-Financial Interest
Related Party
Connected Person
Immediate Family Member
Close Family Member
Associate
Business Relationship
Conflict of Interest
Perceived Conflict of Interest
Actual Conflict of Interest
Potential Conflict of Interest
Gift
Hospitality
Benefit
Material Benefit
Position of Authority
Decision-Making Capacity
Professional Activity
Outside Interest
Commercial Interest
Shareholding
Directorship
Partnership Interest
Beneficial Owner
Controlling Interest
Personal Interest
Private Interest
Declarable Interest
Significant Influence
Professional Relationship
Financial Relationship
Business Entity
Affiliated Entity
Subsidiary
Competitor
Supplier
Client
Service Provider
Clauses
Interpretation
Purpose and Scope
Obligations to Declare
Confidentiality
Declaration Frequency
Types of Interests
Financial Interests
Non-Financial Interests
Related Party Interests
Business Interests
Outside Employment
Gift Disclosure
Professional Memberships
Board Positions
Investment Interests
Property Interests
Procurement Involvement
Family Relationships
Commercial Relationships
Political Interests
Research Interests
Intellectual Property
Updates and Amendments
Verification
Consequences of Non-Disclosure
Record Keeping
Privacy and Data Protection
Declaration Process
Review Process
Breach Procedures
Acknowledgment and Certification
Purpose and Scope
Obligations to Declare
Confidentiality
Declaration Frequency
Types of Interests
Financial Interests
Non-Financial Interests
Related Party Interests
Business Interests
Outside Employment
Gift Disclosure
Professional Memberships
Board Positions
Investment Interests
Property Interests
Procurement Involvement
Family Relationships
Commercial Relationships
Political Interests
Research Interests
Intellectual Property
Updates and Amendments
Verification
Consequences of Non-Disclosure
Record Keeping
Privacy and Data Protection
Declaration Process
Review Process
Breach Procedures
Acknowledgment and Certification
Relevant Industries
Financial Services
Public Sector
Healthcare
Education
Mining and Resources
Professional Services
Non-Profit Organizations
Technology
Manufacturing
Construction
Retail
Transportation and Logistics
Relevant Teams
Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Procurement
Finance
Human Resources
Compliance
Risk Management
Investment
Operations
Project Management
Research and Development
Legal
Audit
Corporate Governance
Business Development
Relevant Roles
Board Director
Executive Director
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Senior Manager
Procurement Officer
Project Manager
Department Head
Financial Advisor
Public Officer
Company Secretary
Compliance Officer
Research Director
Investment Manager
Government Official
Trustee
Committee Member
Contract Manager
Senior Consultant
Technical Advisor
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