12 h. ago BMA to deploy drones, bodycams to curb illegal crossings over Easter

The BMA will deploy four high-tech drones and 40 body-worn cameras at various border posts and ports

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39 h. ago ActionSA vows not to partake in GNU unless VAT increase is revoked

The party's statement comes amid growing concerns about the future of the GNU.

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59 h. ago ActionSA’s Participation in Government of National Unity Contingent on VAT Hike Reversal

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has stated that the party will not consider joining the Government of National Unity (GNU) unless the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase is withdrawn. Despite supporting the African National Congress (ANC) in passing the fiscal framework in Parliament, Mashaba emphasized that addressing the VAT hike and income tax bracket adjustments… Read More »ActionSA’s Participation in Government of National Unity Contingent on VAT Hike Reversal The post ActionSA’s Participation in Government of National Unity Contingent on VAT Hike Reversal first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago ActionSA Proposes R100 Billion Revenue Plan to Finance Minister Without Raising VAT

ActionSA has submitted a proposal to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, outlining strategies to generate R100 billion in additional government revenue without increasing the value-added tax (VAT). The party’s delegation met with the minister’s team on Saturday to discuss these alternative methods. With six seats in Parliament, ActionSA played a pivotal role in the recent approval of… Read More »ActionSA Proposes R100 Billion Revenue Plan to Finance Minister Without Raising VAT The post ActionSA Proposes R100 Billion Revenue Plan to Finance Minister Without Raising VAT first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU

African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has accused the Democratic Alliance (DA) of using the controversial 0.5% value-added tax (VAT) increase as a tool for political grandstanding. The VAT proposal has become a major sticking point between the two parties, after the DA refused to support the adoption of the fiscal framework in Parliament… Read More »Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU The post Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago DA Cabinet seats at risk after backlash in budget vote, analyst warns

Political analyst says seats allocated to the DA in cabinet may be reduced significantly.

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9 d. ago ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers

The African National Congress (ANC) has endorsed ActionSA’s proposal to scrap the planned 0.5% VAT increase, aiming to provide relief for taxpayers already facing economic strain. ActionSA introduced an amendment to remove both the VAT and income tax increases proposed for the 2025/2026 fiscal year during Tuesday’s parliamentary joint committee on finance debate. ActionSA representative… Read More »ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers The post ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago LIVE: Ntshavheni briefs the media on Cabinet meeting outcomes

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefs the media.

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2 w. ago Home Affairs to introduce digitised system to fight border corruption

The initiative aims to curb corruption through collaboration with stakeholders.

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2 w. ago Discover Africa’s Newest Safari Camps: Luxury Meets Wilderness 

In 2025, Africa’s safari landscape is enriched by several exceptional new camps, each offering unique experiences for wildlife enthusiasts. Designed for minimal environmental impact, Wilderness Usawa Serengeti, Tanzania, offers six luxury tents blending seamlessly with the landscape. Located on a private island in the Okavango Delta, this exclusive lodge features three lavish suites overlooking a… Read More »Discover Africa’s Newest Safari Camps: Luxury Meets Wilderness  The post Discover Africa’s Newest Safari Camps: Luxury Meets Wilderness  first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Bill to curb Cabinet “lavish lifestyles” introduced by ActionSA

ActionSA believes its Bill to curb cabinet members' lavish lifestyles will gain political support.

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4 w. ago Godongwana Opts For Modest VAT Hike To Stabilize Finances Amid Political Pushback

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has delivered a balanced but contentious 2025/26 budget by introducing a 0.5-percentage-point VAT increase for two years and effectively raising personal income taxes by not adjusting tax brackets for inflation. Together, these measures will generate R46 billion, designated to cover higher-than-expected public servant salaries, welfare grants—including the R370 poverty relief grant—critical… Read More »Godongwana Opts For Modest VAT Hike To Stabilize Finances Amid Political Pushback The post Godongwana Opts For Modest VAT Hike To Stabilize Finances Amid Political Pushback first appeared on iAfrica.

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