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Busa demands less talk, more action from budget

Busa said there is no need for drastic action in the South African economy, but rather encourages government to spend its money better.

Retirement tax cap is short-sighted

Maya Fisher-French offers Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan a savings tip

Gordhan urged not to eliminate tax-paying culture

Saipa has warned Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan to beware, in his upcoming budget speech, of destroying the South African culture of paying taxes.

Pravin expected to pounce on tax in 2012 budget speech

With ambitious state projects planned, Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan faces a tough call in his 2012 budget speech: Should he raise taxes or not?

Delivery issues plague NHI before it even begins

Pravin Gordhan will address funding in his budget speech, but analysts say money is the least of the national health insurance scheme's problems.

Gordhan's gambit: Will deeper debt cost SA too dearly?

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan is expected to extend the timeframe for balancing SA's books -- laxity that is unlikely to sit well with markets.

Gordhan targets the rich in 2012 budget

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has introduced new tax measures as well as plans to fund President Jacob Zuma's infrastructure dreams.

Budget: Parties want more for infrastructure

Most political and private players say they were satisfied with the budget for 2012, adding the emphasis on infrastructure was promising.

Pravin's budget lauded, but key concerns remain

The 2012 budget has been largely welcomed, though parties and unions have voiced concerns over infrastructure spending, tolling plans and wage issues.