DA and EFF challenge VAT increase in Western Cape High Court
- The Democratic Alliance and Economic Freedom Fighters filed an urgent application on April 22, 2025, in the Western Cape High Court.
- The parties challenged the legality and constitutionality of the 50 basis point VAT increase adopted on April 2, 2025.
- Applicants argue Section 7 of the VAT Act gives the Minister excessive power to adjust the rate.
- The 50 basis point VAT increase is set to take effect on May 1, 2025.
- The court reserved judgment and will inform parties by April 29, 2025.
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The REAL cost if May 2025 VAT increases go ahead
As the DA and EFF interdict May 2025 VAT increases in the Western Cape High Court, economists have revealed the long-term cost of these measures. Latest research from the National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC) points to the negative impact May 2025 VAT increases will have on the South Africa economy. Should May 2025 VAT increases go ahead, it could cause long-term damage to the economy. This includes killing jobs and reducing overall gov…
South Africa: DA Takes Stand Against ANC's Tone-Deaf Budget
Press Release - The remarks below were delivered this morning by the DA Spokesperson on Finance, Dr Mark Burke MP, in front of the High Court in Cape Town where the DA's urgent court application to interdict the pending VAT increase will be heard. A recording of this morning's event can be watched here: https://www.youtube.com/live/7QFDB9dnT2c
‘The ANC doesn’t care about the poor’ — DA, EFF challenge VAT hike in high court
The DA and EFF’s challenge to Enoch Godongwana’s looming VAT increase is being heard in the Western Cape Division of the High Court, with the DA accusing the ANC of pushing a ‘tone-deaf’ Budget that will disproportionately affect the poor.


VAT change forces Norlys price increase
Danish TV operator Norlys has warned the introduction of VAT to rights payments could ultimately affect Danish TV production. From 1 July, prices for Norlys’ TV customers will rise by up to 20 kroner per month after royalties were brought within the remit of VAT, including those paid to artists and producers. “We’ve been very clear in warning against removing the VAT exemption, as it will lead more people to opt out of TV packages, and that mean…
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