The EFF has written to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, with an ultimatum, demanding the withdrawal of the proposed fuel levy increase, citing constitutional and legislative obligations or face more court action.
The party argues that the increase, effective June 4, 2025, is a regressive tax that will disproportionately affect the working class and poor. Godongwana was given 48 hours to respond to the Red Berets' demands, or risk further escalation of the Budget crisis.
Godongwana’s spokesperson, Mfuneko Toyana, declined to comment on the matter; however, confirmed that the department had received the letter.
The Budget is, however, yet to be passed in the National Assembly.
The EFF's letter comes amid the ongoing drama surrounding the 2025 Budget. The party, with the help of the Government of National Unity (GNU) aligned…