Suspending VAT hike would have ‘severe and far-reaching’ consequences: Godongwana

The DA is seeking to ‘reframe a political disagreement as a constitutional crisis’, says finance minister in court papers

16 April 2025 - 19:31

The consequences of suspending the upcoming VAT hike would be “severe and far reaching”, said finance minister Enoch Godongwana in court papers on Wednesday. ..

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