South Africa's budget process has been thrown into uncertainty after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana scrapped plans for a 0.5% increase in Value-Added Tax. The move has sparked mixed reactions from politicians. The ANC has welcomed the decision, calling for more inclusive fiscal policy, while the EFF has hailed it as a victory, but is demanding the Finance Minister's resignation and a complete overhaul of the budget process. For more Elvis Presslin spoke to EFF Senior Researcher, Dr. Gumani Tshimomola

South Africa's budget process has been thrown into uncertainty after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana scrapped plans for a 0.5% increase in Value-Added Tax. The move has sparked mixed reactions from politicians. The ANC has welcomed the decision, calling for more inclusive fiscal policy, while the EFF has hailed it as a victory, but is demanding the Finance Minister's resignation and a complete overhaul of the budget process. For more Elvis Presslin spoke to EFF Senior Researcher, Dr. Gumani Tshimomola

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0.5% scrapping of VAT increase sparks mixed reactions

The SABC has cancelled Face the Nation, citing cost and scheduling changes. The move follows allegations of censorship and political interference, which the SABC and Presidency deny. The ANC equally rejects claims that it tried to influence programming at the public broadcaster. Elvis Presslin spoke to Presidency Spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya 

The SABC has cancelled Face the Nation, citing cost and scheduling changes. The move follows allegations of censorship and political interference, which the SABC and Presidency deny. The ANC equally rejects claims that it tried to influence programming at the public broadcaster. Elvis Presslin spoke to Presidency Spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya&nbsp;

Presidency Denies Political Pressure Behind SABC’s Cancellation of Face the Nation

The Public Servants Association, PSA has slammed the North West Education Department for downplaying a massive R100 million ghost-employee payroll scandal an isolated incident. Auditor-General findings point to alleged deep systemic failures and negligence in the department's financial controls. The Union is demanding full accountability and wants both the Head of Department and CFO to step down immediately. Elvis Presslin spoke to Nceba Baardman, Public Servants Association, PSA, North West Labour Relations Officer

The Public Servants Association, PSA has slammed the North West Education Department for downplaying a massive R100 million ghost-employee payroll scandal an isolated incident. Auditor-General findings point to alleged deep systemic failures and negligence in the department's financial controls. The Union is demanding full accountability and wants both the Head of Department and CFO to step down immediately. Elvis Presslin spoke to Nceba Baardman, Public Servants Association, PSA, North West Labour Relations Officer

R100m NW Edu Ghost Workers Scandal Not Isolated - PSA

The South African Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Gauteng, excluding the City of Tshwane today. Heavy downpours, localised flooding, hail and damaging winds are expected. Elvis Presslin spoke to forecaster, Lehlohonolo Thobela for more

The South African Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Gauteng, excluding the City of Tshwane today. Heavy downpours, localised flooding, hail and damaging winds are expected. Elvis Presslin spoke to forecaster, Lehlohonolo Thobela for more

0.5% scrapping of VAT increase sparks mixed reactions

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