2026 Medium-Term Budget in a nutshell – what you need to know

The government's 2026 medium-term budget has taken a cautious approach to economic growth, revising its forecast to 1.2% from 1.6% in February, reflecting a challenging economic landscape. Amid this backdrop, the government has directed additional resources to combat crime, a priority area for the nation. Meanwhile, a temporary reduction in fuel levies worth R10 billion aims to ease the burden on households and businesses, providing some relief from higher fuel costs.