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budget 2025
Third time’s the charm: Godongwana’s 2025 budget finally approved
The 2025 National Budget has finally been approved following the adoption of the fiscal framework.
Urgent R32 million budget for water security in the Western Cape
The Western Cape Government has allocated R32 million for essential water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades, responding to urgent climate pressures and socio-economic challenges.
Political stability essential for Durban's ambitious targets, says Mayor Xaba
Mayor Cyril Xaba stresses that without political stability, Durban's ambitious budget goals and local business concerns about rising tariffs may remain unfulfilled.
EFF's challenge to fuel levy hike dismissed
The Western Cape High Court has ruled against the EFF's urgent application to block a 4% fuel levy increase, citing the need for regulatory changes. This decision is expected to impact low-income households significantly as the EFF continues its legal battle.
Fuel levy increase confirmed as EFF's urgent application is dismissed
The Western Cape High Court has dismissed the EFF's urgent application against a 4% fuel levy increase, allowing the hike to proceed. The EFF argues that the increase disproportionately affects low-income households and violates constitutional rights.
Western Cape High court dismisses EFF's challenge to fuel levy increase
The Western Cape High Court has ruled against the EFF's urgent application to block a 4% fuel levy increase, citing the need for regulatory changes. This decision is expected to impact low-income households significantly as the EFF continues its legal battle.
Gauteng's R886 million budget announcement: Democratic Alliance's critical response
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng has voiced strong concerns about the additional R886 million budget allocation, questioning its sufficiency to meet the province's pressing needs amid ongoing financial struggles.
Western Cape Finance MEC ensures stability with R89. 3 billion budget despite national challenges
Western Cape Finance Minister Deidré Baartman has re-tabled the province's budget amidst national turmoil, assuring residents of continued service delivery and fiscal stability.
Western Cape Finance Minister re-tables R89. 3 billion Appropriations Bill as national budget faces uncertain future
Western Cape Finance Minister Deidré Baartman has re-tabled the province's budget amidst national turmoil, assuring residents of continued service delivery and fiscal stability.
Budget 3. 0 will be supported, confirms Mashatile
In a show of unity, all GNU parties have extended their backing to the minister’s budget, but with a collective insistence that it must be crafted particularly for the nation’s underprivileged citizens.
'Political theatre': Mashatile unshaken as EFF takes fuel levy battle to court
The increase, revealed by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana during his Budget Speech last week, will see petrol levies rise by 16 cents per litre and diesel by 15 cents, effective from Wednesday.
Budget 3. 0 will go through, we agreed, Mashatile confirms
The national budget now faces a significant R75 billion deficit as a result of the reversal; the minister must close this gap without taking on more debt or stirring up further political turmoil.
Mashatile: Ministers who fail must go
Deputy President Paul Mashatile said they are building a capable ethical and developmental government, without political influence.
Political parties guarded on effectiveness of Durban's R70. 9 billion 2025/2026 budget
eThekwini Municipality's R70. 9 billion budget for 2025/2026 has been approved, but councillors express mixed feelings about its potential impact on residents. This article explores the various perspectives on the budget and the concerns raised during a council meeting.
Cabinet unmoved by EFF’s looming fuel levy increase court challenge; says Malema’s party is entitled to pursue litigation
Khumbudzo Ntshavheni confirms the EFF's right to challenge the fuel levy increase, as Cabinet remains resolute on budget proposals.
Cape Town Mayor unveils budget changes to ease ratepayer burden
Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis presents a revised budget for Cape Town, featuring significant tariff reductions for ratepayers and a robust infrastructure investment plan aimed at benefiting lower-income households.
A step backwards for the country's poor
Currently, we are growing at a very slow pace of 0. 6%, while many emerging economies and our BRICS partners like India and China grow at rates of over 5%.
Cape Town Budget: Reduced tariffs, more pensioner relief, R40bn infrastructure
Discover how Mayor Hill-Lewis's budget plan for Cape Town promises substantial tariff cuts and a R40 billion investment in infrastructure, providing much-needed relief and upgrades for residents.
EFF entitled to go to court over fuel levy increase, says Minister Ntshavheni
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni asserted that the EFF was within their rights to interdict the proposed fuel levy increase.
Durban's R70. 9 billion budget for 2025/2026: Political parties weigh in on its impact
eThekwini Municipality's R70. 9 billion budget for 2025/2026 has been approved, but councillors express mixed feelings about its potential impact on residents. This article explores the various perspectives on the budget and the concerns raised during a council meeting.
EFF threatens court action over proposed fuel levy increase
The EFF has issued a stern ultimatum to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, demanding the withdrawal of a controversial fuel levy increase set for June 2025, warning of legal action that could escalate the ongoing budget crisis.
Budget 3. 0: a look at South Africa’s plan to use pension funds for building infrastructure
The latest version of the 2025 budget appears more reasonable within our current economic context and paints a vivid picture of South Africa’s finances.
Fuel levy increase amid VAT scrapping, 'robbing Peter to pay Paul'
The National Treasury's fuel levy proposal has ignited fierce debate among parliamentarians during the 2025/26 Budget briefing, with significant implications for South African taxpayers.
Sars banks on 1700 debt collectors to close gap
In a strategic effort to address fiscal challenges, the South African Revenue Service plans to hire 1700 debt collectors, aiming to recover R50 billion.
Cape Town residents voice concerns over proposed budget hikes
Residents of Cape Town are raising alarms over the proposed 2025/26 budget, fearing that rising property rates could force long-term homeowners out of their homes.