A. Issues in the environment

1. Economy

1.1. SARS collects a record R2 trillion in net revenue

1.1.1. Cabinet applauded SARS under Commissioner Edward Kieswetter for collecting just over R2 trillion in net revenue, a record milestone which was achieved in the fastest period since the R1 trillion net revenue collection milestone.

1.1.2. The improved tax collection boosts fiscal capacity and stability by reducing government’s reliance on debt and creating more fiscal space to fund the budget.

Government welcomes the latest Quarterly Employment Statistics (QES) for the fourth quarter of 2025, which reflect a modest increase in total employment and continued growth in gross earnings across the economy. The latest QES results reinforce the view that South Africa’s economy has proven itself to be remarkably resilient, despite persistent domestic and global challenges.

Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni will brief media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, 25 March 2026.

The details of the briefing are as follows:

Date:  Thursday, 02 April 2026
Time:  10h00
Venue:  Ronnie Mamoepa Press Room, Ground Floor, Tshedimosetso House, Corner Francis Baard and Festival Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria   

Live streaming details:

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Members of the media who have successfully applied for accreditation to cover the Joint National and Free State Provincial Cabinet Engagement, scheduled to take place at the Centenary Complex, University of the Free State Main Campus in Bloemfontein on 27 March 2026, are hereby advised to collect their accreditation at the venue, dates, and times indicated below:

Dates and Times:

Thursday, 26 March 2026: 09h00 – 17h00
Friday, 27 March 2026: 07h00 – 08h30

Government welcomes the further easing of the annual consumer price inflation to 3,0% in February 2026, down from 3,5% in January 2026, indicating sustained progress in stabilising prices. On a monthly basis, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by a modest 0,4% in February 2026, reflecting contained price pressures across the economy. 

The lower inflation outcome was supported by several key factors, including a notable decline in fuel prices, which recorded a month-on-month decrease of 3,1% and contributed to a significant annual drop of 10,1% in the fuel index. 

Members of the public and media covering the funeral of the late former Minister of Defence, Mosiuoa Lekota are advised of the following important details:

1. Collection of Accreditation (Media Only)

Journalists who successfully applied for accreditation are advised to collect accreditation at Floreat Hall situated at Bram Fischer Building, Mangaung Metro Municipality, 105 Nelson Mandela Dr, Bloemfontein Central.  

Applicable dates and times:  

Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) advise all members of the media who have successfully applied for media accreditation to cover Special Official Funeral of late former Minister Mosiuoa Lekota to collect accreditation cards as follows:

Venue: Floreat Hall, Bram Fischer Building, Mangaung Metro Municipality, 105 Nelson Mandela Dr, Bloemfontein Central

 Collection dates and times

Friday, 13 March 2026 between 10h30 and 19h00

Saturday, 14 March 2026 between 08h00 and 10h00

As part of government’s land  restitution program, government will hand over title deeds to four successful restitution beneficiaries during a handover ceremony in Umzimkhulu, KwaZulu- Natal on 20 March 2026.

This milestone event underscores government’s continued commitment to restorative justice, sustainable development, and the rebuilding of communities affected by historical land dispossession.