Economic growth the crux of South Africa’s fiscal constraints
16 March 2025 - 00:00
National budgets are inherently political. The fiscal framework — which outlines government spending, revenue, and borrowing — is approved by cabinet and enacted through parliament. The National Treasury plays a central role in ensuring public finances remain sustainable by providing impartial, evidence-based and technically sound guidance within this process...
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