Kaya Biz: Budget 2026 under the microscope - Part 2

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Kaya Biz brings you a comprehensive post-Budget 2026 special, featuring an in-depth, one-on-one conversation with Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana following his address in Cape Town.

In what is being described as a notably optimistic fiscal package, Budget 2026 delivers inflation-linked adjustments to personal income tax brackets and medical tax credits for the first time in three years, alongside no major new tax hikes. Government says the measures are designed to place more money back into consumers’ pockets, while maintaining fiscal stability after a turbulent 2025 budget cycle.

But does the Budget offer meaningful financial relief to households and businessesor is it largely technical comfort within constrained public finances?

The special unpacks the implications for taxpayers, SMEs, healthcare funding, revenue collection and broader business confidence. Joining the discussion are SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter, leaders from the business community, financial education experts and market analysts.

From household purchasing power to SME compliance relief and corporate performance signals, Kaya Biz examines whether Budget 2026 marks a genuine turning point for South Africa’s economic recovery.
25 Feb 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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