BN Briefing - Cyril: Business won’t dictate to ANC; Zille: We will stop the Vat increase

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In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, the ANC insists it won’t bow to business pressure, asserting that its decisions are driven by public interests not corporate influence. Tensions escalate within the Government of National Unity as the DA challenges the proposed VAT increase in court, accusing the ANC of reckless fiscal management. Internationally, US-South Africa relations face renewed strain with a proposed US bill targeting ANC officials for sanctions.
7 Apr 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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