VAT, South Africa and smaller hike

VAT hike: The harsh reality for millions of South African households
Finance Minister Godongwana's proposed VAT increases could severely impact 36 million South Africans living in low-income households. Discover how the government plans to protect vulnerable families through expanded zero-rated food items and what this means for daily survival.
South Africa proposes smaller VAT hike in revised budget, disagreements remain
South Africa's National Treasury on Wednesday proposed a smaller hike in value-added tax in a revised budget aimed at smoothing divisions in the ruling coalition, but uncertainty remained over whether it would get the support in parliament to pass.
South Africa proposes smaller VAT hike to end budget impasse
South Africa’s finance minister proposed scaling back tax increases and curbing spending in a bid to resolve a standoff over the budget in the nation’s fractious governing alliance. Watch this report for more details!
Budget 2025 | SACP slams 'regressive' VAT hike, proposes wealth tax to protect poor South Africans
The South African Communist Party strongly opposes Finance Minister Godongwana's proposed VAT increases, arguing they will disproportionately burden the poor while suggesting alternative measures including a wealth tax on the richest 20% of society.
South Africa’s budget remains stuck as parties reject reduced VAT hike
A revised budget presented on Wednesday by South Africa's finance minister was immediately rejected by major political parties, even though a proposed increase in value-added tax was sharply reduced.
EU Tax Chief Disputes Trump’s Claim That VAT Is a Trade Barrier
The European Union’s tax chief said that the bloc’s use of value-added taxes shouldn’t be part of the trade tensions with the ...
What Happens When You Fail To Charge Or Overcharge VAT?
This article explores common VAT misconceptions, clarifies the applicable rules, and provides practical guidance on how ...
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Black Sash slams VAT hike impact on grant recipients
Human rights group Black Sash says the proposed VAT hike places an unfair burden on social grant recipients who are already ...
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VAT increase ‘a painful blow’ to millions
While government defends the VAT increase, critics say it will hurt the poor, worsen debt, and strain the healthcare system.
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ANC says proposed increase on VAT was 'carefully considered'
The party held a media briefing in Johannesburg to reflect on the proposed budget presented by Finance Minister Enoch ...
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Government urged to halve VAT on new electric vehicles
SMMT argues the move would convert ‘electric sceptics’ and boost plug-in registrations by 15%, helping manufacturers achieve ...
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Taxi firms crowdfund final legal push against Uber over VAT on fares
Two British taxi firms are crowdfunding to fight Uber over VAT on rides. The Supreme Court case could add 20% to fares ...
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National Treasury: Reducing VAT increase means govt will have less money for rainy days
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana raised VAT to 0,5 % in this financial year - and says he plans to hike it by the same ...
Budget crisis: Ntshavheni slams DA's 'political ransom' over VAT and Expropriation Act
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni accuses the DA of using VAT increase concerns as a smokescreen to challenge the Expropriation ...