ANC-DA Budget showdown: Ramaphosa and Steenhuisen in last-minute talks

By Mayibongwe Maqhina | Published Apr 1, 2025

The future of South Africa's Government of National Unity hangs in the balance as President Ramaphosa and DA leader Steenhuisen prepare for urgent talks, with the DA threatening to vote against the Budget and potentially exit the coalition if their demands regarding the VAT increase are not met.