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Why the budget speech was postponed according to the Democratic Alliance

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has criticized the postponement of South Africa's 2024 Budget Speech, originally scheduled for February 21, due to the State of the Nation Address (SONA) being delayed to February 8. The DA argues that this delay, caused by the SONA's rescheduling, reflects poorly on the government's ability to manage its legislative calendar effectively. They point out that the SONA was postponed because President Cyril Ramaphosa needed to attend an international summit, which they see as a misplacement of priorities. The DA believes this situation highlights a lack of urgency and competence in addressing critical national issues, especially at a time when South Africa faces significant economic challenges. They are calling for the government to ensure that the budget speech is delivered promptly to provide clarity and direction on economic policies.

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