SA BUDGET 2026 – WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUR WALLET
SA BUDGET 2026 – WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUR WALLET
“South Africans, let me break down today’s Budget Speech in a way that actually matters — rand, cents, and real-life impact.”
🧓 1. SOCIAL GRANTS – WHAT’S GOING UP (REAL NUMBERS)
“Good news first. Social grants ARE increasing from April 2026.”
• Old Age Grant:
➡️ Increases by R130 per month
• Child Support Grant:
➡️ Goes up by R20 per month
• Disability Grant:
➡️ Also increases by R130 per month
“This isn’t luxury money — but it helps cover basics like transport, food, and electricity.”
🍺🚬 2. SIN TAX – YES, IT’S GOING UP (RAND & CENTS)
“Now the part people feel immediately.”
• Cigarettes:
➡️ About +R1.04 per pack of 20
• Beer (340ml):
➡️ About +14 cents per can
• Wine (750ml bottle):
➡️ About +28 cents per bottle
• Spirits (750ml):
➡️ Roughly +R5.50 per bottle
“Bottom line — if you drink or smoke, you’ll pay more. That’s how government plugs revenue gaps.”
⛽ 3. PETROL – YES, IT’S GOING UP
“Fuel levies are increasing.”
• Petrol:
➡️ +9 cents per litre
• Diesel:
➡️ +8 cents per litre
• RAF Levy:
➡️ +7 cents per litre
“This affects everyone — even if you don’t drive. Transport costs push food and service prices up.”
💰 4. TAX – NO BIG HIKES, BUT…
“There are no increases in personal income tax rates and VAT stays at 15%.”
“But — bracket creep is still real. If your salary goes up, you may still pay more tax without a rate change.”
📉 5. ECONOMY – STILL TIGHT
“The economy is expected to grow around 1.5 to 1.6%.”
“That’s slow. It means jobs, wages, and opportunities will remain under pressure.”
🔎 CLOSING – THE REALITY CHECK
“So here’s the truth:
✔ Grants are up
✔ Taxes are stable
❌ Fuel costs more
❌ Sin tax costs more
⚠️ Cost of living pressure continues”
“If you want to plan smarter — whether it’s property, downsizing, upgrading, or protecting your assets — that’s where good advice matters.”
“I’m Claude Rossouw, CR68 Realty.
Fast. Focused. Sold.
Let’s talk.”