News24 | DA to fight VAT hike in court, accuses ANC and allies of ignoring parliamentary rules
- On April 3, the DA announced a court challenge to the 2025/26 National Budget in the Western Cape High Court.
- The DA opposed the budget due to VAT increases, which they believe will harm South Africans.
- The DA claims the parliamentary process was flawed and did not address the needs of citizens.
- The DA stated it will not give in to tax increases, terming the process 'unlawful and unconstitutional'.
- The DA seeks to have the fiscal framework vote declared void and delay the VAT hike set for May 1.
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