The Ministry of Finance, through National Treasury, on 03 February announced that the National Budget Speech would be presented against the backdrop of sluggish economic growth, the looming threat of a possible negative view by independent rating agencies, fees must fall campaign as well as uncertainty in the global economic conditions.
According to National Treasury, there is, as usual, a balancing act that must be struck to give attention to various competing priorities. It is in this context that the Finance Minister has invited South Africans to share their views about economic conditions and other issues they would like government to highlight in the Budget on 22 February.
In particular, the Minister would like public views on:
a. Funding of free education for students in tertiary institutions;
b. How South Africa can achieve inclusive economic growth;
c. How South Africa can use its resources to ensure efficiencies; and
d. How the government, civil society, unions and business can work together in oneness of purpose to achieve the economic objectives of our country.
The Minister looks forward to your contribution. Contributions can be sent through:
• Facebook: National Treasury South Africa
• Twitter Handle: @TreasuryRSA#BUDGET2017
• National Treasury website: Budget 2017 TIPS
• Arranged oral presentations to the department
