MK Party rejects VAT increase, calls for alternative revenue solutions [SOUND]

# The MK Party has rejected the proposed two-percent VAT increase, stating it will disproportionately burden the poor. The party argues the government should explore alternative revenue sources instead of raising taxes on struggling citizens. Addressing the media, the party’s secretary general, Floyd Shivambu urged the government to explore alternative ways to raise revenue, such as tackling tax erosion and reducing financial losses in municipalities and other government sectors: