Godongwana walks a perilous path as he attempts to appease coalition partners

Daily Maverick

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces challenges delivering the 2025/2026 Budget amid political fractures in the Government of National Unity. A proposed VAT increase from 15% to 17% caused chaos, delaying the budget presentation. The government must now reconcile internal rifts to present a credible plan and reassure South Africans and investors.

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