7 h. ago Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has reiterated his party’s dedication to South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), despite recent tensions with the African National Congress (ANC) over the 2025 budget. The DA opposed the proposed 0.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, leading to a strain in relations between the coalition partners. ANC Parliament… Read More »Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes The post Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes first appeared on iAfrica.

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11 h. 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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62 h. ago GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition

The Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa is experiencing significant strain after the Democratic Alliance (DA) opposed the recently proposed national budget, leading to questions about the party’s role within the coalition. The DA’s rejection of the budget, primarily due to disagreements over a proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, has intensified existing… Read More »GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition The post GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 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 Govt. should consider wealth tax instead of increasing VAT: Malema

Malema says government should target the wealthy who don't know what to do with their money.

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2 w. ago Tax Policy Expert Says VAT Increase Is Least Damaging To Economic Growth

The recently presented Budget 2.0 has ignited a heated debate, presenting both challenges and opportunities for South Africa. It highlights the delicate balance between creating tax policies and maintaining economic equity, particularly in how VAT (Value-Added Tax) affects low-income households. Although the budget has been tabled, there is still uncertainty about whether it will be… Read More »Tax Policy Expert Says VAT Increase Is Least Damaging To Economic Growth The post Tax Policy Expert Says VAT Increase Is Least Damaging To Economic Growth first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago South Africa’s 2025 Budget Sparks Public and Political Debate

South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has announced a 0.5% increase in Value Added Tax (VAT) for the current financial year, with an additional 0.5% hike planned for 2026. This measure aims to address urgent revenue needs amidst ongoing political negotiations within the Government of National Unity (GNU). However, critics argue that higher taxes could… Read More »South Africa’s 2025 Budget Sparks Public and Political Debate The post South Africa’s 2025 Budget Sparks Public and Political Debate first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Most political parties reject Godongwana’s budget over 0.5% VAT hike

Finance Minister has tabled a budget that proposes hefty tax increase on alcoholic beverages

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3 w. ago EFF calls on MPs to reject any tax increases in today’s Budget Speech

Contralesa has also called on the Finance Minister not to increase VAT or any taxes

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