Political parties are hopeful that spending on critical departments will not be reduced in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will table his first medium-term budget speech under the government of national unity on Wednesday.

From SASSA grants to state enterprises, what will be the key talking points in next week’s 2024 Medium-Term Budget Speech?

SA is facing serious fiscal challenges, and the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement is expected to provide a roadmap for solving this. 

After all the fanfare of a Government of National Unity, it’s time to fix the South African provincial government debt trap.

Before you turn your attention to your Sunday roast this Easter, don’t forget about this major 2024 SARS tax deadline.

Government departments and public entities owe municipalities a whopping R22 billion as of the end of December, 2023.

There are growing calls from social organisations for the R370 SASSA SRD grant to be ‘rejected’ by the Minister of Social Development.

Godongwana says the government is not running out of money and can never run out of money because it can always tax its citizens.

‘Election season is such a wild time’: Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced that the R350 grant will increase in April.

For the first time since its inception, beneficiaries of the social relief in distress R350 grant will receive an increase.

Due to no adjustment for inflation, South African taxpayers will be R16 billion out of pocket this year due to this ‘stealth’ tax …

Starting on 1 September 2024, government anticipates a substantial two-pot retirement windfall from the scheme. Here’s why …

Watch the full version of the ‘Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says they are trying to establish the exact number of unemployed doctors’ in a minute.

Many have overlooked just how much South Africa’s creeping tax brackets will cost low- to middle-income earners … It’s scary!

Here’s WHY South Africans might NOT want that promotion/salary increase because of government’s ‘creeping’ income tax brackets in 2024.

Spending on SASSA Social Grants in 2025 will be the highest ever seen for welfare in South African history. Here’s more …

Here’s what SASSA social grants post 2024 budget speech will payout, with increases to the following important disbursements …

An unacceptable number of municipalities are experiencing weaknesses in governance, financial management, and service delivery, he said.

In relation to social grants increases, Godongwana said nearly 19 million South Africans rely on these grants to make ends meet.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana confirmed in his 2024 Budget Speech that National Treasury will not hike fuel levies this year.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana used his Budget Speech on Wednesday to address issues related to load shedding.

South Africa plans to hike taxes and increase spending on social grants as it heads towards general elections in May 2024.

Enoch Godongwana delivered Budget Speech 2024 to members of National Assembly on Wednesday, in the Cape Town City Hall.

In his Sona, President Cyril Ramaphosa promised to extend and improve the R350 SRD grant. Does this form part of the National Budget?

Godongwana will outline all the financial, economic and social commitments that the government will prioritise in its planned expenditure. 

If National Health Insurance in South Africa is green-lit in tomorrow’s (21 February 2024) budget speech, economists are expecting the worst.

South African Treasury has confirmed when Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver the budget speech for the 2024/25 financial year.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver the 2024 National Budget Speech in February. He wants to know what your views are.

If you’ve been waiting with bated breath for budget speech day 2024, the National Treasury has scheduled it for Wednesday 21 February.

Godongwana disclosed that more than 60 municipalities burdened with unpaid bulk electricity bills to Eskom have applied for debt relief.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is among the ministers that allegedly tried to solicit a R500 million bribe from businessman Mthunzi Mdwaba.

After being accused of trying to solicit a R500 million bribe, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has hit back with a legal letter

Treasury is considering offering early retirement to help contain the ever growing government wage bill, which currently stands at R724billion

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana disclosed plans during the Medium-term budget to CUT these government budgets to avoid a fiscal crisis.

The nations economy grew by 0,9% despite record levels of load shedding, according to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana

Time to hunker down and prepare for budget cuts, as worsening budget deficit is confirmed by Finance Minister’s MTBPS.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement and is expected to announce the fate of the SRD grant.

Today’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement from Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is D-Day for a SASSA SRD Grant extension.

Economists do not expect Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to make any announcements on the SRD R350 grant during his midterm budget speech

Finance minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver today’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, and the outlook doesn’t look rosy.

In 2022, Godongwana said no final decision has been made about a replacement of the R350 SRD grant or how it would be financed.

Could Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana consider exempting South Africans in certain jobs from paying income tax?

South Africa Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said Mzansi is unlikely to face US repercussions over claims of supplying weapons to Russia.

Watch news in a minute for a summary of Eskom was exempted from disclosing irregular and fruitless expenditure story.

Eskom was exempted from declaring its irregular expenditure. The decision was heavily criticised by many organisations and parties.

National Treasury recently announced that it has exempted Eskom from disclosing irregular and fruitless expenditures.

Government is expected to spend at least R1.4 trillion over the next three years on higher and basic education.

The fight against crime and corruption continues to intensify with Minister of Finance Godongwana allocating R14 billion towards this cause.

The Finance Minister, who was appointed to his position as a non-MP, was sworn in on Tuesday. Ramaphosa can now appoint another non-MP to his cabinet.

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Godongwana is one of two non-MP ministers in Ramaphosa’s cabinet. The move will clear the way for an ‘outsider’ to be appointed.

March fuel price hike: Instead of going nowhere slowly on fumes, motorists might actually be able to drive around the block and save on food.

Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana announced an increase to social grants during his 2023 budget speech.

GOOD Secretary general says The National Budget Speech is for rich people in society

The DA says Godongwana’s Budget Speech reveals an uncaring government that is out of touch with the daily hardships of South Africans.

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South African Finance Minister said that Households that install solar panels will be able to claim a 25% rebate up toR15 000.

Godongwana announced a government takeover of a significant portion of Eskom’s debt, as well as tax incentives for businesses and individuals investing in renewable energy.

South Africans – especially those who smoke – will have to dig deeper into their pockets when they pay for cigarettes.

The 2023 Budget will be tabled in a challenging economic environment, marked by global recovery slowing down and domestic challenges such as load shedding and disruptions to logistics networks, said Godongwana.

Eish! As expected, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced an increase in the price of alcohol and cigarettes.

Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver the 2023 Budget Speech to the National Assembly in the Cape Town City Hall at 14.00.

Enoch Godongwana is set to reveal how the government will finance plans to address the country’s energy crisis.

Trade unions are urging the finance minister to refrain from implementing austerity budgets in the public sector.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver his second full budget speech from Cape Town City Hall on Wednesday afternoon.

The budget speech can be watched via multiple media platforms, including social media and major news broadcasting channels.

Budget protesters demand that the Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana to include basic grant income before the 2023 budget speech.

Ahead of the Budget Speech, the Beer Association has pleaded for excise adjustment to be fixed and inline with forecasted inflation.

Every year in the Budget Speech, sin tax or excise duties increase to demotivate South Africans from smoking and drinking.

Talks between Yellen and Godongwana dealt with transitioning South Africa from its heavy reliance on coal to greener energy sources.

South Africa’s cash-strapped power utility Eskom has asked the National Treasury for R19.5 billion to buy diesel to fuel power plants.

Enoch Godongwana announced during the Mid-Term Budget that R2 billion will be set aside for the restoration of the parliamentary buildings.

For almost a decade government has been bailing out Eskom and it will now take over the power supplier’s debt and bail out other SOEs.

The EFF have staged a controversial protest during the Mid-Term Budget Speech on Wednesday, directed towards Enoch Godongwana.

Gauteng motorists are anxiously waiting to hear whether or not e-tolls will be scrapped as Godongwana will deliver his MTBPS.

Godongwana’s Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) is expected to be delivered in Parliament at 14:00 on Wednesday.

The NPA in Mpumalanga announced earlier this week that it will not be prosecuting Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana for sexual assault

The Mpumalanga head of prosecutions decided against pursuing a case against Enoch Godongwana after the victim ‘expressly did not wish to proceed…’

Ex-public protector Thuli Madonsela says the law needs to be allowed to run its course in the Enoch Godongwana sexual harassment saga

After years of delays, government is finally expected to make an announcement on the way forward for e-tolls in Gauteng.

Never one to sugarcoat his words, Julius Malema has called upon an ANC minister facing serious allegations to vacate his position.

Minister Enoch Godongwana believes the sexual assault allegations are creations of third parties and attempts of extortion.

The National Treasury is expected to spend in excess of R800 billion on public sector infrastructure over the next three years.

The Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana is relieved that police contacted him to interrogate him but stepping down is not an option.

The Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana is relieved that police contacted him to interrogate him but stepping down is not an option.

The ANC’s integrity commission will be discussing the sexual harassment allegations made against Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana.

The EFF has called for the immediate removal of Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana following sexual harrassment allegations.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana accused of sexual harassment by a spa worker in a hotel at Kruger National Park.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has denied the sexual harassment allegations and says he is yet to hear any word from authorities

After 27 years in the National Treasury, Ismail Momoniat has been appointed Acting Director-General as of 8 June 2022.

Motorists have had to dig deep into their pockets for fuel, how much will they pay as the general fuel levy reduction is coming to an end?

The DA is proposing legislation to help protect consumers against high petrol prices as fuel is ever-increasing in South Africa.

The KZN floods have left more than 8 000 homes partially destroyed. Treasury has confirmed the province will receive R1bn.

With no other option, the government has stepped in to help ease the monstrous petrol price increase set for next month.

Business Leadership South Africa is pleased with the Budget Speech, saying it managed to expand expenditure in some areas

It looks like the government is undecided on the scrapping of e-tolls in Gauteng despite promising to end the road payment system.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says corruption has lowered the country’s economic growth potential and weakened the state’s capability

South Africans will be happy to know that there will be no increase in fuel levy, as many had hoped ahead of the Budget Speech.

An indepth look at some of the unexpected announcements from Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2022 Budget Speech.