South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula
President Ramaphosa praised Magashula’s leadership at SARS during the 2008 economic downturn and his role in promoting entrepreneurship and economic growth.
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South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa has offered his deep condolences to the family and friends of former South African Revenue Service Commissioner (SARS) Oupa Magashula, who has passed away at the age of 63.
President Ramaphosa mourns former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula, aged 63
In a statement issued on Wednesday, President Ramaphosa reflected on Magashula’s years of public service, leadership and dedication to South Africa’s economic development.
Former Sars commissioner Oupa Magashula dies after long illness – The Mail & Guardian
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday lauded former South African Revenue Service (Sars) Commissioner Oupa Magashula, who died after a long illness, for ably leading the agency as the country grappled with the effects of the 2008 global financial crisis. Magashula’s family announced late on Wednesday that he had died, aged 63, after an extended period of illness and hospitalisation. “He led Sars at a critical period during which our economy was …
Former SARS boss Oupa Magashula dies
Former SARS boss Oupa Magashula dies Estelle.Bronkhorst Thu, 12/04/2025 - 06:45 JOHANNESBURG - Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula has died after a long illness and an extended period of hospitalisation. Magashula held several roles in both the private and public sectors, including senior roles at Telkom and South African Breweries.He was later appointed commissioner of the South African Revenue Service.In a statement, his family says …
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