Godongwana signals gradual approach to NHI funding
Progress with implementing National Health Insurance will be contingent on the fiscal situation.
Progress with implementing National Health Insurance will be contingent on the fiscal situation.
MPs are also told that the fiscus cannot afford a permanent and expanded Social Relief of Distress grant without tax increases.
The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement reveals a budget surplus and reduced wage bill, but it warns of ongoing financial pressures due to modest economic growth projections.
Having reached the target of 4.5% with ‘little or no cost’, Lesetja Kganyago argues that South Africa can achieve permanently lower inflation and interest rates.