South African budget speeches over the past decade have consistently placed infrastructure investment at the centre of economic policy, with large commitments announced to stimulate growth and improve public services. But the bigger challenge lies...
South Africa’s economic growth remains subdued, with weak investment levels and declining construction activity continuing to constrain the economy. These trends were highlighted by economist Dr. Azar Jammine at the recent AfriSam Budget Breakdown....
South Africa’s 2026 Budget marks a clear inflection point in fiscal management. For the first time in 17 years, gross debt stabilises – peaking at 78.9% of GDP in 2025/26 before declining to 76.5% by 2028/29. The consolidated deficit narrows...
Infrastructure sits at the centre of South Africa’s fiscal recovery plan. In the 2026 Budget Speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reaffirmed that stabilising debt and accelerating public investment are twin priorities. For the infrastructure...
