We speak to Thapelo Maleke, President of the South African Youth Chamber of Commerce, about the provincial budget delivered by Gauteng MEC for Finance, Lebogang Maile. As economic pressures mount, we unpack the budget’s impact on youth entrepreneurship, job creation, and business support. Maleke weighs in on whether the allocations address pressing challenges or fall short of revitalizing Gauteng’s economy, amid growing calls for bold reforms and strategic investment in emerging enterprises.