Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag South Africa's Treasury denies responsibility for defense budget challenges, amid criticism from the navy.

flag South Africa's National Treasury has denied responsibility for budget challenges faced by the country's defense force, responding to accusations by the navy's head, Adm Monde Mabose. flag The Treasury said it manages the budget process but emphasized that final approval comes from Parliament. flag It pointed to a proposed defense budget of R57.2 billion for 2025/2026 as part of a strategy to stabilize public finances. flag The EFF criticized the Treasury's response as defensive, calling for more transparency.

5 Articles