The budget was informed by the views of the residents
Besides wanting more goods to be zero-rated, the federation is upping public sector wage demands
Gender activists are outraged by the former finance minister’s side comments on government grants during his budget speech.
Instead of hitting low earners hard, the budget should have raised wealth and corporate taxes
Although analysts and activists agree that fee-free higher education is a milestone achievement, they’ve raised concerns about the future
‘And, don’t worry, Malusi Gigaba, our finance minister, has a plan — or at least we hope he does’
Malusi Gigaba should be given a role in Generations or the like — something with a part for a stylish smoothie. He certainly is a good actor.
Let’s not fool ourselves: this is not a budget that’s friendly to the poor or the vulnerable
The new commander-in-chief has made promises, but how likely is he to deliver?
Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba didn’t cut state subsidies for private medical aid members outright but your pocket may still feel the pinch
What you need to watch out for in this year’s budget. Spoiler alert: Everything is expensive
Government bites the bullet and hikes VAT
Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba is delivering his first and perhaps last Budget speech.
Former finance minister Pravin Gordhan may return to his previous position amidst speculation of a cabinet reshuffle
Despite opposition calling for a reshuffle, the finance ministry has confirmed that Malusi Gigaba will still present the 2018 budget speech
Government will focus on bringing down data costs in line with the fourth industrial revolution
The salaries of public servants will test the president’s resolve in finding a solution to the government’s spending problem