- Ramaphosa supports Finance Minister Gondogwana’s proposed VAT hike.
- Gondogwana faces criticism from the ANC and coalition partners.
- Ramaphosa argues that tax increases are necessary due to budget constraints.
- He emphasizes the need for South Africans to understand the country’s economic challenges.
- Ramaphosa calls for exploring sustainable ways to finance essential services.
Source: iafrica.com
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