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Estelle Ellis
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Senior Journalist, Daily Maverick
Port Elizabeth
Health Singapore
Anything which I am Not well-read Enough To cover
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By Estelle Ellis Verified| Daily Maverick Verified NOT DEPORTED@@ Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso appears in the Gqeberha High Court for the verdict on 2 April 2025.
South Africa: Godongwana defends VAT increase, saying ‘severe consequences’ await if hike is suspended
By Estelle Ellis Verified, Sune Payne, Lerato Mutsila Verified, Ethan Van Diemen Verified| Zawya Verified TAXATIONShould the 0.5 percentage point value-added tax (VAT) increase, announced by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday, 12 March, be suspended, Godongwana says the consequences for the country would be “severe and far-reaching”Responding to the DA and EFF’s applications to prevent the VAT increase from coming into effect on Thursday, 1 May 2025, Godongwana has defended his decision to increase the VAT rate in terms of section 7(4) of the VAT Act.
By Estelle Ellis Verified| Daily Maverick Verified NOT DEPORTED@@ Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso appears in the Gqeberha High Court for the verdict on 2 April 2025.
Company Info
Daily Maverick
Daily Maverick is an independent online news publication and weekly print newspaper based in South Africa. Founded in 2009 by Branko Brkic and Styli Charalambous, it is known for its investigative journalism, analysis, and opinion pieces. The publication aims to inform readers about critical national and global issues while defending truth. Daily Maverick offers daily online news coverage and a weekly print edition called DM168, which features in-depth reporting on politics, economics, and social justice. The organization also produces podcasts, documentaries, and hosts live events to foster public discourse. It has created over 120 jobs, focusing on permanent roles in the media sector. The business model includes a membership program, philanthropic grants, corporate sponsorships, and event income, ensuring its sustainability and resilience in the market. Daily Maverick targets readers who value reliable journalism and supports its mission through community-driven funding.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Founded: 2009