As the South African Revenue Service aggressively ramps up debt collection to meet state revenue shortfalls, tax experts highlight avenues for taxpayers to push back against excessive enforcement.
Opposition parties DA and EFF criticize the Eastern Cape government for celebrating improved audit outcomes, warning that financial achievements mean little to communities still facing poor basic services and infrastructure.
Cogta MEC Zolile Williams has seconded former Matatiele municipal manager Lizo Matiwane to take charge of the troubled Mhlontlo local municipality following corruption scandals.