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South Africa’s Finance Minister Tables Budget After Delays

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  • Budget focuses on economic growth, job creation, and debt reduction
  • VAT increase of 0.5% sparks backlash from labor unions and business groups

Johannesburg, South Africa – South African Minister of Finance Enock Godongwana has finally tabled his budget in parliament after his initial attempt was derailed last month due to disagreements within the government of national unity.

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