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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.
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.
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.
National Treasury faces backlash over fuel levy increase amid VAT hike scrapping
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.
Budget 3. 0 sparks political divide: Praise from unity government, fierce rejection from opposition
Key takeaways from the Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget speech included Value-Added Tax (VAT) remaining at 15%.
Political parties urge Godongwana to deliver a pro-poor budget
As Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana prepares to present the national budget, opposition parties demand a focus on jobs and essential services for South Africans
Give us the farms: Malema demands the land abandoned by Afrikaners who fled to the US
EFF Leader, Julius Malema cast doubt on the claim that the 49 individuals were legitimate farmers. “Nothing about them looked like farmers—they looked like car guards”.
EFF leads ‘VAT Victory’ march to national treasury
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to deliver the national budget for the third time this year after the scrapping of the controversial VAT increase
Godongwana rejects wealth tax as 'Dangerous Gamble'—warns of capital flight and economic fallout
Finance Minister Godongwana will deliver his revised national budget on May 21. This is the third one this year.
Opinion | The impact of coalition governments on governance in South Africa
How does the chaos of coalition governments affect governance in South Africa? This article explores the recent VAT budget debacle and its implications for political stability and service delivery.
Helen Zille reveals ANC's secret settlement attempt over VAT hike
In a heated battle over VAT, DA's Helen Zille accuses the ANC of trying to claim credit for halting a proposed increase while Treasury seeks an out-of-court settlement.
Ramaphosa defends Godongwana amid budget challenges
President Cyril Ramaphosa defends Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, asserting that lessons from the recent budget impasse do not necessitate his resignation, as political pressure mounts from opposition parties.
Ramaphosa backs Godongwana after VAT u-turn: ‘No resignation, lessons learned'
President Cyril Ramaphosa defended Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and indicated that he will keep his job.
Mbalula rules out VAT hike in new budget, advocates pro-poor economic approach
The ANC backs Finance Minister Godongwana as political tensions rise, calling for a revised fiscal framework that prioritises the needs of the vulnerable.
Budget 2025 | 'It is not my intention to resign as Finance Minister' - Enoch Godongwana
A new 2025 National Budget will be tabled on May 21, but Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says he has no plan to resign over the budget debacle.
The VAT betrayal: How South Africa’s political charlatans sold out the people
MP Visvin Reddy delves into how close South Africans were to paying extra and the impact it would have had. This would have been a reality had the ANC's political opponents like the MK Party not stood firm in opposing the hike. Reddy also takes a swipe at the parties that sided with the ANC.
Godongwana to table budget 3. 0 on May 21 following VAT hike reversal
Amid political pressure and a fractured Government of National Unity, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana vows to deliver a turbulent National Budget on May 21, calling the process "messy" but constitutionally unstoppable.
Sars boss warns vendors over 0. 5% VAT increase
SARS issues a critical warning for vendors and consumers on the VAT rate reversal — find out what you need to do to comply.
Understanding SARS' VAT rate reversal: What vendors and consumers must know
SARS has issued a warning regarding the implications of the reversal of the scrapped 0. 5% VAT rate increase, following a court ruling. Vendors and consumers must adjust to the new VAT regulations by May 15, 2025, to ensure compliance.
DA to Malema - 'You can’t pin VAT issue on us'
The DA has rubbished the EFF's accusation that it was to blame for the chaos around the Ntional Budget which was halted by the Western Cape High Court.
What vendors and consumers need to know about SARS' VAT rate reversal
SARS issues a critical warning for vendors and consumers on the VAT rate reversal — find out what you need to do to comply!
ANC needs EFF to survive - Malema
EFF leader Julius Malema said the ANC will run to his party for support when a motion of no confidence is tabled against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
DA files supplementary affidavit asking court to halt looming VAT increase
The DA seeks a court order to prevent a VAT increase, while the MK Party files a motion of no confidence against Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana.
DA wants court to halt VAT increase despite Enoch Godongwana's reversal
Helen Zille said despite the developments of the past week, the VAT increase will still come into effect on 1 May, unless the court specifically issues an order to prevent this.
'South Africans matter’: ANC's response to DA during budget discussions
Amid escalating tensions, the ANC and DA convene in Johannesburg to address critical budget issues and the future of the Government of National Unity.