The National Treasury has long held the false view that there is no alternative to austerity.
VAT or budget cuts? The false dilemma and the need for progressive revenue measures
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VAT Increase
Tax the rich, not the poor
The government’s admission that austerity does not work is a small victory for social movements that have long fought against these policies.
Tax Bracket Over-inflation: How the treasury is forfeiting R198bn a year
The substantial fiscal and social implications of tax bracket over-adjustment demand a comprehensive and transparent public discourse.
Can pausing GEPF contributions stop the VAT hike while keeping workers’ pensions safe?
GEPF surpluses can comfortably cover payment contribution holiday.