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The CitizenThe CitizenGovernment spending to increase to R3 trillion – Here’s where the money is going
National Treasury acknowledges that South Africa is not getting the full economic and social benefits of government spending.
The Citizen‘Bugger the electorate’: Godongwana’s MTBPS under scrutiny
Shilowa questions the government's plan to ease economic pressures.
The CitizenMTBPS: Treasury under pressure to stabilise government debt
Economists caution that improved revenue should not be mistaken for a lasting solution to South Africa's debt challenge.
The CitizenGovernment’s loss in public procurement case may herald law-making paralysis
When laws get invalidated on the basis of the ANC-dominated parliament's failure to do the basics, the process has to start afresh ...
The CitizenGovernment considers cutting or scrapping RAF fuel levy
A new funding model is considered - but Outa says this is not the solution.
The CitizenDBSA slashes municipal lending as R16bn in loans turns risky
Has cut its support for municipalities for a second consecutive year but insists it hasn't abandoned the local government sphere.
The CitizenHow Treasury plans to constrain government spending, borrowing
Fiscal anchor legislation to be detailed in the mid-term budget - and national departments have been told to settle their debt with municipalities or face 'engagement'
The CitizenPrepaid power: Are you paying 25% more than you should?
Government wants to get a grip on rogue electricity vendors.
The CitizenSA automakers put more pressure on government to address imports
Commit to the country but demand 'level playing field' domestically.
The CitizenSamwu rejects Eskom’s takeover of electricity distribution in municipalities
Union demands a review of all existing agreements and calls on government to stop enforcing them, among other measures
The CitizenIs Joburg too big to fail?
The more pertinent question is what conditions national government will impose before asking taxpayers elsewhere in the country to finance its rescue.
The CitizenEskom dominance to be monitored, possibly regulated
Government plans to follow the utility's generation business closely as the country moves towards a more competitive wholesale electricity market.
The CitizenIf we don’t fix Joburg, there’s little hope for the country
The city can be fixed - but only with a stable local government willing to look outside the political parties for help.
The CitizenCemAir asks tribunal to prohibit Harith acquisition of Safair
CemAir concerned about ownership relationships between government entities and Harith.
The CitizenActionSA hits out at GNU over unemployment
'It is clear that this government doesn't have a plan to improve the living conditions of citizens.'
The CitizenIs government doing enough to help fight GBV?
GBVF costs the country at least R42.4 billion per year.
The CitizenHuawei and partners chart a smarter, AI-native future for South Africa’s public sector
At the Digital AI+ Government Summit in Johannesburg, government, healthcare, and industry leaders explored how trusted, locally anchored AI can power the next phase of South Africa's public service delivery.
The CitizenUnemployed? IEC is hiring more than 600 people for local elections
Local Government Elections will be held on 4 November 2026.
The CitizenDefinite links between construction mafia and political parties – Macpherson
Says institutionalising the prevention side of the fight is an important step as the disruptors do not operate in one sphere of government, and infrastructure delivery does not sit in one department.
The CitizenGovernment to step up labour law enforcement
Construction, hospitality in the spotlight.
The CitizenHere’s why government has only spent R179m from the R500m Spaza Shop Support Fund
Verification processes revealed some spaza shops did not exist.
The CitizenThe RAF might need a major government bailout
It has been estimated the RAF has about R500 billion in unqualified contingencies.
The CitizenInvestors signal optimism on Operation Vulindlela structural reforms
Government upbeat that stronger policy credibility has boosted investor confidence in South Africa.
The CitizenSouth Africa pays R2.5 trillion in debt costs as borrowing hits R3.8 trillion
The South African government is spending more and more money on interest, without reducing the debt.
The CitizenVAT zero-rated basket unchanged in almost a decade
Government's promises to relieve poverty remain empty
The CitizenGovernment ‘closely watching’ the oil price and jet fuel situation – Creecy
SA faces massive hike in petrol, diesel and jet fuel prices
The CitizenBudget 2026: R850bn public sector wage bill is government’s biggest expense
Government has introduced an early retirement programme to cut down the costs.
The CitizenMinister Tau moves to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation
Government believes Tongaat Hulett remains capable of being stabilised and restructured.
The CitizenGovernment’s plan to turn SA into a construction site
The state owns 88 000 buildings and 5m hectares of land yet pays R6bn a year in leases.