Budget Battle Heats Up As Anc And Da Struggle To Strike A Deal

Tensions are running high as the ANC and DA remain locked in a fierce standoff over the national budget, with no resolution in sight despite ongoing negotiations.

Just hours before a crucial Finance Committee meeting, DA leader John Steenhuisen warned that his party would reject the budget unless a formal agreement on economic reforms was reached.

His statement raised fresh concerns over the stability of the Government of National Unity GNU, fuelling speculation about its future.

While reports suggested that both parties were inching closer to a deal that could grant the DA greater influence over economic policy, disagreements persist.

The proposed 0.5 VAT increase remains a key sticking point, with smaller parties weighing their options as the pressure mounts.