13 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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49 h. ago Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions

Mozambique’s parliament has unanimously passed a landmark law aimed at restoring peace through national dialogue and constitutional reform. Backed by all political parties, the law stems from a March 5 peace agreement between President Daniel Chapo and opposition leaders. It proposes restructuring the state, decentralizing power, and revising presidential authority to enhance democratic governance. While… Read More »Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions The post Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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67 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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3 d. ago Political parties divided on Fiscal Framework report adoption

The report was adopted by the majority of members in the committee last night.

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6 d. ago Ramaphosa confident 2025 Budget will pass despite VAT dispute

Ramaphosa confident budget will pass despite VAT hike opposition in Parliament.

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1 week ago Cosatu first to oppose VAT increase in Parliament’s budget hearings

Cosatu was the first at the public hearings to call for the removal of VAT hikes

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2 w. ago Ramaphosa Calls for Calm Amid Ambassador Rasool’s Controversial Return

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appealed to political parties and organizations to avoid actions that could further inflame tensions with the United States ahead of expelled Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool’s return. South Africa’s former ambassador to the US is set to arrive back in the country on Sunday. During a media briefing on Thursday, the Presidency acknowledged… Read More »Ramaphosa Calls for Calm Amid Ambassador Rasool’s Controversial Return The post Ramaphosa Calls for Calm Amid Ambassador Rasool’s Controversial Return first appeared on iAfrica.

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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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2 w. ago SACP Rejects IEC Deregistration Notice, Prepares For Independent Electoral Participation

The South African Communist Party (SACP) says it has no intention of deregistering as a political party after receiving a notice of cancellation by the Electoral Commission (IEC). This week, the IEC released a list of 192 inactive political parties it aims to officially deregister. These were parties not represented in any municipal, provincial or… Read More »SACP Rejects IEC Deregistration Notice, Prepares For Independent Electoral Participation The post SACP Rejects IEC Deregistration Notice, Prepares For Independent Electoral Participation first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago IEC Moves to Remove 192 Dormant Parties, Including SACP, from Political Register

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has announced plans to deregister 192 inactive political parties, including the South African Communist Party (SACP), as part of its efforts to clean up the national political register. Affected parties have been given until 25 March 2025 to submit representations detailing why they should remain registered. The IEC… Read More »IEC Moves to Remove 192 Dormant Parties, Including SACP, from Political Register The post IEC Moves to Remove 192 Dormant Parties, Including SACP, from Political Register first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago No parties objected to VAT hike in Budget consultations: Ntshavheni

Ntshavheni says the opposition of the DA does not stem from concerns over a VAT increase

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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 DA Rejects VAT Increase, Steenhuisen Warns ANC Risks Public Backlash

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has firmly rejected the ANC’s proposed VAT increases, warning that his party will not support the 2025 national budget unless any VAT hikes are explicitly temporary measures. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the delayed Budget Speech presented by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday, Steenhuisen accused the… Read More »DA Rejects VAT Increase, Steenhuisen Warns ANC Risks Public Backlash The post DA Rejects VAT Increase, Steenhuisen Warns ANC Risks Public Backlash first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Smokers And Drinkers Face Higher Sin Taxes As Godongwana Tables 2025 Budget

Smokers and drinkers will once again feel the pinch, despite tough economic conditions and a planned VAT hike to 15.5%. During the presentation of the 2025 budget on Wednesday, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced immediate increases in excise duties on alcohol and tobacco products, averaging 6.75%. Cigar enthusiasts will be particularly affected, with a hefty… Read More »Smokers And Drinkers Face Higher Sin Taxes As Godongwana Tables 2025 Budget The post Smokers And Drinkers Face Higher Sin Taxes As Godongwana Tables 2025 Budget first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 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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3 w. ago VAT increase remains sticky point among many political parties

The DA says Godongwana should follow what it calls a six-point plan it has crafted.

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3 w. ago Political parties suggest alternatives to proposed VAT increase

Political parties have shared their expectations ahead of the budget speech.

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4 w. ago IEC Says There Was Coordinated Effort By Some Political Parties To Delegitimise 2024 Election Results

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has alleged that certain political parties orchestrated a coordinated strategy to undermine the credibility of the 2024 election results. This comes in the wake of the Electoral Court dealing with over 40 cases linked to the country’s most recent general elections. According to IEC Deputy Chief Electoral Officer… Read More »IEC Says There Was Coordinated Effort By Some Political Parties To Delegitimise 2024 Election Results The post IEC Says There Was Coordinated Effort By Some Political Parties To Delegitimise 2024 Election Results first appeared on iAfrica.

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