- The Inkatha Freedom Party supports the country’s budget.
- The party supports the budget with the condition that the VAT increase is temporary.
- The IFP wants the VAT increase to be removed when more viable economic income streams are secured.
- The IFP wants President Cyril Ramaphosa to call an urgent Cabinet meeting to discuss measures for economic growth and review spending patterns.
- The IFP supports the budget but remains committed to accountability for effective and transparent fiscal management.
- The IFP wants to tighten loopholes, including the R800 billion that is currently not collected by the South African Revenue Service.
- The IFP remains opposed to further borrowing.
Source: iol.co.za
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