COSATU Raises Concerns Over Budget Impact on Workers

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered his highly anticipated budget speech in Parliament on Wednesday, March 12, unveiling tax measures that many believe will place further strain on struggling South Africans. One of the most contentious announcements was a 0.5 percentage point increase in VAT for 2025, with another hike planned for the following year. Ahead of the speech, the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU), alongside various trade unions […]