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Published on 2025-03-17 11:21:03 - BusinessTech
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  • The Centre for Development and Enterprise's executive director, Ann Bernstein, warned that South Africa has run out of money.

The article from BusinessTech discusses the dire financial situation of South Africa as highlighted by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana during the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS). South Africa's government is facing a severe revenue shortfall, with tax collections falling R56.8 billion short of projections, and the country's debt is expected to rise to R5.2 trillion by 2024/25. This financial strain has led to a situation where the government has "no more money," necessitating significant budget cuts across various departments. Key points include a reduction in the public sector wage bill, no new bailouts for state-owned enterprises like Eskom, and a focus on managing the existing debt rather than expanding expenditure. The article also touches on the political implications, with the ANC facing pressure to address these economic challenges ahead of the 2024 elections, amidst growing public discontent over service delivery and economic performance.

Read the Full BusinessTech Article at:
[ https://businesstech.co.za/news/budget-speech/817127/south-africa-has-no-more-money/ ]