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The Democratic Alliance is in court taking legal action against the government's proposed 0. 5% VAT increase, arguing it will disproportionately affect the poor and vulnerable.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana addresses the controversial 0. 5% VAT increase in the 2025 budget, clarifying his position and the role of Parliament in the decision-making process.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana addresses the controversial 0. 5% VAT increase in the 2025 budget, clarifying his position and the role of Parliament in the decision-making process.
Political analysts are sounding the alarm that the ANC's proposed VAT increase could alienate their core voter base, just as the party prepares for crucial 2026 local government elections.
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula reports positive progress in cross-party talks to resolve the 2025 National Budget impasse, with a roadmap expected next week despite tensions over the proposed VAT increase that saw GNU partners vote against the fiscal framework.
Political analysts warn that the Democratic Alliance has compromised its negotiating position within the Government of National Unity by taking legal action against the VAT increase, even as the ANC opts to maintain the coalition.
EFF leader Julius Malema accused ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba and others of secretly plotting against South Africans by supporting the 2025 National Budget's VAT hike.
In a pointed response to critics, Deputy President Paul Mashatile vigorously defended the controversial 2025 National Budget, declaring that any fiscal framework neglecting vulnerable South Africans 'must be rejected' – as the DA takes legal action and the future of the Government of National Unity hangs in the balance.
Patriotic Alliance leader Gayton McKenzie urges DA leader John Steenhuisen to resign from the GNU after the DA announces plans to challenge the budget approval in court, igniting political controversy.
Build One South Africa strongly endorses Minister Gwarube's decisive call for mandatory vetting of all school staff against the National Register for Sex Offenders, while demanding clear timelines and accountability following the horrific Eastern Cape child rape case that exposed critical gaps in school safety measures.
In a coalition riddled with tensions and diverging agendas, the People's Movement for Change (PMC) is urging a rethink of unity in South Africa's government as budgetary disputes threaten to unravel collaboration.
The DA told IOL that it was not a secret that they have been negotiating with the ANC over measures to remove obstacles to the creation of economic growth and jobs.
The ANC is in a tight spot as it seeks support for the 2025/26 national budget from BOSA, which has outlined specific conditions for its endorsement. Will these negotiations lead to a breakthrough?
BuildOneSA has launched a Constitutional Court challenge against water shedding at government institutions, as public facilities face ongoing service delivery disruptions across Gauteng.
The budget of R527 billion tabled by Gauteng MEC for economic development, Lebogang Maile has received mixed reactions from opposition political parties in the province.
The budget of R527 billion tabled by Gauteng MEC for economic development, Lebogang Maile has received mixed reactions from opposition political parties in the province.
In response to calls for administration, President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed confidence that the Presidential Johannesburg Working Group (PJWG) will assist the City of Johannesburg to turn things around.
Build One SA has confirmed its commitment to making the National Register for Sex Offenders public, despite recent delays and legal challenges.
Build One South Africa (Bosa) has warned the Justice Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, will face the wrath of the public if the National Register for Sexual Offenders (NRSO) is not released tomorrow.
Cosatu, parties and civil society groups are expected to stage a protest outside the venue on Wednesday to protest against the Western Cape Education Department’s teacher cuts.
The 11th hour announcement came after the DA made it clear that it would not support the proposed Budget.
The budget will now be tabled on March 12 after the GNU cabinet has dealt with contentious issues that include the tax increase proposed by the Finance Minister.
The postponement followed a disagreement between parties in the GNU.
Parties opposed to tax increases, want plans tabled for economic growth and introduction of basic income grant.
Dr Alexis Ruberwa says Ramaphosa pushed for the South African Mining Development Association (MIASA), which his family members and friends control, to have access to the Rubaya mining hub.