Analysts expect that South Africa's National Budget will be passed following significant consultation among parties within the government of national unity.  This comes as Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, prepares to make his third attempt at tabling the National Budget this afternoon (Wednesday 21 May) in Cape Town, following a standoff over a VAT hike which National Treasury has since withdrawn.  A lower economic growth projection below the National Treasury's previous 1,9-percent forecast for this year, is also anticipated.  Naledi Ngcobo reports and Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Independent Economist and Columnist, Duma Gqubule and chief economist at the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt

Analysts expect that South Africa's National Budget will be passed following significant consultation among parties within the government of national unity. &nbsp;This comes as Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, prepares to make his third attempt at tabling the National Budget this afternoon (Wednesday 21 May) in Cape Town, following a standoff over a VAT hike which National Treasury has since withdrawn. &nbsp;A lower economic growth projection below the National Treasury's previous 1,9-percent forecast for this year, is also anticipated. &nbsp;Naledi Ngcobo reports and Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Independent Economist and Columnist, Duma Gqubule and chief economist at the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt

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“The ANC painted us into this corner, and now they have to start making very difficult political decisions” - Economists weigh in on budget 2025 expectations

KwaZulu-Natal police say a 22-year-old suspect who had been arrested for attempted murder was shot and killed after attacking officers inside the holding cells at Ntuzuma police station on Monday morning. Police say the suspect overpowered two officers, took keys to the main door and assaulted them before grabbing a firearm from responding officers and opening fire. Tactical teams later intervened and fatally wounded him. Two officers sustained minor injuries during the scuffle. Authorities say the situation was contained after several tense minutes. KZN police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda  explains 

KwaZulu-Natal police say a 22-year-old suspect who had been arrested for attempted murder was shot and killed after attacking officers inside the holding cells at Ntuzuma police station on Monday morning. Police say the suspect overpowered two officers, took keys to the main door and assaulted them before grabbing a firearm from responding officers and opening fire. Tactical teams later intervened and fatally wounded him. Two officers sustained minor injuries during the scuffle. Authorities say the situation was contained after several tense minutes. KZN police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda&nbsp; explains&nbsp;

Suspect shot dead in Ntuzuma police cells shootout

Former head of the National Prosecuting Authority Vusi Pikoli has told the Truth and Reconciliation Commission that the independence of the National Prosecuting Authority must be protected, even while maintaining cooperation with the government. Pikoli says his approach was always based on tactical flexibility, sharing information where necessary without compromising the NPA's constitutional independence. Pikoli also recalled a meeting with several ministers where concerns were raised about prosecutions linked to apartheid-era activities. He says some feared that pursuing certain cases could trigger renewed calls to prosecute former liberation movement members for actions before 1994. Let's briefly listen to the testimony of former head of the National Prosecuting Authority Vusi Pikoli. 

Former head of the National Prosecuting Authority Vusi Pikoli has told the Truth and Reconciliation Commission that the independence of the National Prosecuting Authority must be protected, even while maintaining cooperation with the government. Pikoli says his approach was always based on tactical flexibility, sharing information where necessary without compromising the NPA's constitutional independence. Pikoli also recalled a meeting with several ministers where concerns were raised about prosecutions linked to apartheid-era activities. He says some feared that pursuing certain cases could trigger renewed calls to prosecute former liberation movement members for actions before 1994. Let's briefly listen to the testimony of former head of the National Prosecuting Authority Vusi Pikoli.&nbsp;

Pikoli warns apartheid-era prosecutions could spark backlash.

Suspended SAPS Organized Crime Head Richard Shibiri says he did not get himself involved but was tasked by General Shadrack Sibiya to find out what charges Katiso KT Molefe was arrested on. Shibiri was responding to Evidence Leader Lee Seegels-Ncube's question on his invoment in the arrest of Katiso KT Molefe whilst he was on leave and off duty. 

Suspended SAPS Organized Crime Head Richard Shibiri says he did not get himself involved but was tasked by General Shadrack Sibiya to find out what charges Katiso KT Molefe was arrested on. Shibiri was responding to Evidence Leader Lee Seegels-Ncube's question on his invoment in the arrest of Katiso KT Molefe whilst he was on leave and off duty.&nbsp;

“The ANC painted us into this corner, and now they have to start making very difficult political decisions” - Economists weigh in on budget 2025 expectations

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