South Africa's National Treasury has opened a public call for suggestions to inform the 2026 Budget, which the Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, is scheduled to present on 25 February 2026. The ministry framed the budget as seeking to balance economic growth with support for vulnerable groups amid limited resources. Submissions are invited on government spending priorities, measures to address a large budget deficit, stabilising state-owned entity finances, energy and water investment needs, tax policies, debt sustainability, municipal finances, and other economy-related topics. Contributions are expected to be concise, with a maximum length of 300 words. The closing date for submissions is 16 February 2026.
National Treasury (South Africa) 2026-01-20
South Africa's National Treasury invites public input on the 2026 Budget ahead of the 25 February Budget Speech
South Africa's National Treasury is soliciting public input for the 2026 Budget, focusing on economic growth, support for vulnerable groups, and addressing a large budget deficit. Submissions on spending priorities, state-owned entity finances, and other economic issues are due by 16 February 2026.