South Africa Weighs Budget Changes

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South Africa in 'uncharted waters' as budget splits coalition government
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South Africa Weighs Budget Changes as Parties Reject Tax Hikes
South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana may have to make changes to the national budget after parties that control more than half the seats in parliament rejected his plans to raise taxes.
South Africa's budget may be tweaked further, finance minister says
South Africa's budget may be tweaked further as more talks between political parties will try to overcome differences over a contentious plan to raise value-added tax, the country's finance minister told Reuters.
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South Africa revised budget sparks anger despite smaller tax hike
South Africa's finance minister unveiled Wednesday a budget with a smaller increase in value-added tax than previously proposed, but the move was still rejected by trade unions who say any rise in taxes that will have a negative impact on the country’s poorest is unacceptable.
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SA’s economic crossroads: Crisis or recovery?
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South Africa’s government is looking fragile
B udget announcements are rarely memorable events in South Africa. But the statement on March 12th by Enoch Godongwana, the ...
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Boosting Growth and Prosperity in South Africa
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JPMorgan downgrades South African equities on economic slowdown concerns
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Independent Online13d
Film and TV producers blame DTIC for industry collapse
“This inaction threatens not only the livelihoods of those directly involved in these industries but also the significant ...
The Citizen10d
Will Trump’s tariffs have major negative effect on South Africa’s economy?
With Trump also having an eye on South Africa for tariffs, the question is how it will affect the local economy. The US is South Africa’s third biggest trading partner after China and India ...
South Africa's budget remains stuck as parties reject reduced VAT hike
A revised budget presented on Wednesday by South Africa's finance minister was immediately rejected by major political ...
The New York Times11d
South Africa Prepares Trade Deal Meant to Ease Tensions With Trump
Lawmakers were warned that the United States is planning more punitive actions against the country. Officials hope a new trade deal will help repair the icy relations. By John Eligon Reporting ...