Treasury throws Eskom a debt lifeline
23 February 2023
The Minister of Finance walked a tightrope in providing financial assistance to Eskom, supporting households and increasing investment spending.
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National Budget Speech 2023
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The 2023 Budget Speech:
TIME | DATE |
14:00 | Wednesday, 22 February 2023 |
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The Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana walked a tightrope in providing financial assistance to Eskom, supporting households and increasing investment spending. There was very little on economic reforms, emphasising the urgency for a shift in gears from blueprint policy documents to implementation.
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When is the budget speech?
The National Budget Speech will be delivered on 22 February 2023 in the Good Hope Chamber, Parliament, by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwane.
What is South Africa's budget deficit?
South Africa’s budget deficit totals some R288.9 billion in 2023. It is projected to narrow from 4.1% of GDP in 2023/24 to 3.2% in 2025/26. Gross debt is projected to stabilise at 71.4 per cent of GDP this year.
What was the national budget of South Africa 2022?
South Africa’s budget expenditure for 2022 was R2.2 trillion, with main budget revenue of R1.88 trillion. R1.9 trillion was allocated to social services such as education and training, public health, and community and social development.
