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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.
Critics slam Cape Town’s ‘record-breaking’ R36. 8bn budget for deepening inequality
Explore the heated debate surrounding Cape Town's R36. 8 billion budget for 2024/2025, as critics argue it deepens inequality while the City claims it prioritises affordability and infrastructure for the underprivileged.
KwaZulu-Natal 2025 budget re-tabled with no changes despite VAT increase withdrawal: Here's why
KwaZulu-Natal's 2025/26 Provincial Budget has been re-tabled by MEC Francois Rodgers, confirming that despite national fiscal disruptions, the province's financial framework remains intact.
Chaos in Washington, down with Malema's EFF and Zuma's MKP, and what the Budget really means
A selection of readers' letters to the editor
SA adjusts social grants budget to combat rising living costs
The South African government has extended the social relief grant until March 2026.
Decoding Budget 2025: Insights and impact of Enoch Godongwana’s address
Having delivered his Budget Speech at the Cape Town ICC, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is confident he’s captured the approval of Parliament — and perhaps the nation, too.
Enoch Godongwana presents South Africa's 2025 Budget: GDP growth forecast revised down
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reveals a downward revision in South Africa's GDP growth forecast during the 2025 Budget Speech, citing global economic dependencies and the need for urgent fiscal reforms
Social relief of distress grant extended until March 2026
The South African government has extended the social relief grant until March 2026, ensuring continued support for millions while exploring sustainable solutions to poverty.
Eina! Motorists to feel the pinch as Finance Minister notes increase in fuel levy
Motorists are set to feel the pinch following the presentation of the National Budget.
Enoch Godongwana presents South Africa's 2025 Budget: GDP growth forecast revised down
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reveals a downward revision in South Africa's GDP growth forecast during the 2025 Budget Speech, citing global economic dependencies and the need for urgent fiscal reforms
Budget: Social relief grant to continue until March 2026, amid long-term review
The South African government has extended the social relief grant until March 2026, ensuring continued support for millions while exploring sustainable solutions to poverty.
Budget: SAPS gets funding boost ahead of G20 Summit and elections
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a significant increase in funding for the South African Police Service, aiming to enhance public safety and combat violent crime ahead of the G20 presidency and the 2026 local government elections.
South Africa at a crossroads: economic strategies unfold as Ramaphosa visits the US and Godongwana presents budget
Today marks a crucial moment for South Africa as President Cyril Ramaphosa visits the US to strengthen diplomatic ties, while Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana prepares to present a national budget amid economic challenges
Opposition parties slam Mayor Hill-Lewis' budget appeal as hypocritical amid funding cuts
Amidst fierce opposition, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis calls for the protection of municipal funding from impending budget cuts, facing accusations of hypocrisy from rival parties.
Cape Town mayor urges protection of municipal funding amid budget cuts backlash
Amidst fierce opposition, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis calls for the protection of municipal funding from impending budget cuts, facing accusations of hypocrisy from rival parties.
ANC dismisses MK Party’s audit request over Budget Speech cost
The ANC has rejected the MK Party's request for a forensic audit into the aborted 2025 national budget speech, labelling it as frivolous. The ANC argues that the Auditor-General's annual audits are sufficient to address concerns over the R2. 3 million spent on preparations for the speech that was never delivered.
What to expect from Ramaphosa's upcoming Budget 3. 0: A focus on infrastructure and reform
President Cyril Ramaphosa reveals that the upcoming May 21 budget will mark a significant shift in government priorities, focusing on infrastructure and economic reform to address South Africa's pressing challenges.
Pay back the Budget money, EFF tells Godongwana
MP Omphile Maotwe, whose party had called for Godongwana to step down due to the Budget delivery fiasco, described the R2. 3 million, which was spent preparing for the Budget, as wasteful expenditure.
EFF demands Finance Minister to repay R2. 3 million wasted on aborted Budget Speech
The Economic Freedom Fighters demand Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana repay R2. 3 million wasted on an aborted Budget Speech, amidst political turmoil over a controversial VAT increase.
GNU in jeopardy | ANC demands action against DA ministers after budget rejection
ANC's National Working Committee pressures Ramaphosa to remove DA ministers who opposed the budget, with a special NEC meeting scheduled for Monday, while Zille warns such action would collapse the GNU.
The R85,000 'stealth tax' that has hit the average salaried South African in the past 13 years
Could South Africans be facing a financial crisis due to the government's failure to adjust tax brackets for inflation? Discover how the R85,000 'stealth tax' is impacting average salaries.
ANC seeks BOSA's support for budget amid ActionSA's rejection
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?
South Africans could be left worse off after salary increases in 2025, due to bracket creep
How South African employees' anticipated salary increases in 2025 may not offset inflation and tax bracket creep, leaving many worse off.
Gauteng's R207 million budget allocation brings new hope for teacher assistants
MEC Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, announced that the Gauteng Department of Education has allocated R207 million in the 2025/26 financial year specifically for the PYEI, which targets the Teachers Assistant Programme.
Budget crisis: how South Africa's VAT increase could trigger national elections
South Africa faces a critical moment as Parliament debates the controversial budget proposal featuring a 0. 5% VAT increase. Political analysts warn that rejection could trigger a constitutional crisis, forcing early elections and disrupting essential government services. Here's what's at stake for every South African.