Public finance expert slams the proposed fuel levy increase as "regressive" because it will hit the poorest of the poor.
The 2012 budget has been largely welcomed, though parties and unions have voiced concerns over infrastructure spending, tolling plans and wage issues.
Despite reduced rates, Cosatu and the DA have again rejected the implementation of toll fees on Gauteng’s freeways.
As well as impeding Sanral’s ability to pay its debts, a definitive scrapping of the project may undermine the Gautrain’s targets.
The terms and conditions signed by motorists when registering for toll road e-tags are not in line with the CPA, the consumer commissioner says.