Wednesday , 25 February 2026

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Social Development spending to increase by 4.2% over three years

Social Development spending to increase by 42 over three years

National Treasury has announced plans to increase spending on Social Development by 4.2% over the next three years, increasing the allocation to R466.4 billion in 2028/2029. This will support poverty reduction by providing social grants, risk benefits through social insurance and welfare services. It also funds development initiatives, empowerment programmes, gender equality efforts, and advocacy for children, women, youth, the …

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