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Bill Splitting App for South Africa: Split the Bill on WhatsApp

Short answer: Send a photo of the restaurant or pub slip on WhatsApp. You are asked "Splitting this one?", you split it by who had what, and each friend gets their share on WhatsApp.

Last checked 19/10/2026. Figures from SARS.

How it works

  1. Take a photo of the slip and send it on WhatsApp.
  2. Reply yes to "Splitting this one?".
  3. Split by who had what, by a voice note, or at the table with a QR code.
  4. Each friend gets their share on WhatsApp.

Why people use it

No app to download for your friends, no typing every item, and no one is left chasing who owes what. The slip is also kept with your other slips.

Running tabs and the crew

If you eat and drink out with the same people, keep a running tab and see who has paid. This is part of the same service.

How Tax Pig does this on WhatsApp

  1. Send the slip photo on WhatsApp.
  2. Say who had what, using your friends' names, or send a voice note.
  3. Each person gets their share.

Try Bill Split on WhatsApp from R49 a month

Frequently asked questions

Do my friends need to install anything?

No, they get their share on WhatsApp.

Can I split a bill with a tip?

Yes, the tip is part of the slip total that is split.

Is it free?

It is free to start. After that it is from R49 a month.

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General information, not tax advice. Check your own situation with SARS or a registered tax practitioner.