The 2025 VAT saga was one of the most chaotic chapters in South Africas recent fiscal history. It began as an aggressive government plan to fix a massive budget deficit, but the resulting public outcry and economic pressure led to a dramatic U-turn. This shift marked a turning point, moving the national narrative away from a state of perpetual crisis toward a period of cautious optimism. Thabiso Tema spoke to Xhanti Payi Economist.

<p>The 2025 VAT saga was one of the most chaotic chapters in South Africas recent fiscal history. It began as an aggressive government plan to fix a massive budget deficit, but the resulting public outcry and economic pressure led to a dramatic U-turn. This shift marked a turning point, moving the national narrative away from a state of perpetual crisis toward a period of cautious optimism. Thabiso Tema spoke to Xhanti Payi Economist.</p>

POWER Breakfast is a fast-paced three-hour news and current affairs show, alternating between the latest breaking news, political coverage, analysis, sport, market reports, weather and all your calls. Whether you’re in business, the public service or just want to stay informed, tune in as Thabiso TT Tema connects you to your world.

<p>POWER Breakfast is a fast-paced three-hour news and current affairs show, alternating between the latest breaking news, political coverage, analysis, sport, market reports, weather and all your calls. Whether you&rsquo;re in business, the public service or just want to stay informed, tune in as Thabiso TT Tema connects you to your world.</p>