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Software update: Release 5.7a is now available

When you launch your system the first time from 03 September 2021, you will be prompted to update all your payroll companies to Release 5.7a.

Take note of the important notice on the subscription landing page:

This is a mandatory update for all users.

What is important for you to know before you install Release 5.7a?

Check that you are currently on Release 5.6a/b before installing Release 5.7a.

When you launch your subscription, you will receive either a Suggested Update or Mandatory Update message.

  • Suggested Update: You will have the option to Update Now (which will convert the data to the new version and apply the new changes, which should be done in the new pay period) or Update Later (continue with Release 5.6a, for example, if you have not rolled into a new pay period). The update must be installed in August 2021( for users wanting to claim the additional ETI relief). Users not making use of ETI may update in September. All users are urged to access and update as soon as possible. 
  • Mandatory Update: This message will only display if you did not update in the recommended timeframe and will require you to Update Now or Cancel. If you select Update Now, but do not select to convert the company data when launching the application, the companies will not reflect on your Company Listing screen. At this point, you will have no other option, but to update the system.

The process will convert all payroll data to the new version. Once completed, the new version number will reflect at the top of the Company Listing screen.

The following items are included in this release:

  • RSA:
    • COVID 19 Relief measures
    • PAYE Relief measures
    • Mid-year submission
    • Discontinued IRP5 codes
    • New IRP5 codes
    • OID increase limit and system change
    • Changes to employee Statutory details tab
  • Africa
    • Angola Tax Rule change
    • Botswana Tax table change
    • Malawi Tax table change
    • Namibia VET Levy
    • Tanzania Tax table change
  • New Exit Procedure from Company and Company Listing screen
  • Reports and Report writer codes
    • New standard report
  • Items Resolved / Known Issues

For more details on this update, refer to the What's New link under the Quick Links section of the Landing Page.

Detailed information is available on the Help file (Launch application > Help > How To) or Release Notes (Launch application > Help > Release Notes)

What do I need to do after installing the update?

All Users should review the Release Notes to familiarise themselves with the changes and new features