South Africans have been 
invited to shape the country’s economic direction by submitting suggestions for the 2026 National Budget.
Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana who will table the National Budget on 25 February 2026, has called on members of the public to share ideas that can help government balance economic growth with support for vulnerable communities, at a time of limited financial resources.
The National Treasury says public input is critical as the country grapples with rising debt, pressure on State-Owned Entities (SOEs), and the need for sustained investment in key infrastructure.
What you can comment on
Members of the public are encouraged to submit concise proposals on a wide range of economic issues, including:
- Government spending priorities
- Reducing the budget deficit
- Stabilising the finances of SOEs
- Investment in energy and water infrastructure
- Tax policy proposals
- Debt sustainability
- Municipal finances
- Any other economy-related matters
How to submit your Budget tips
Submissions must be no longer than 300 words and should be clear and to the point.
To participate, submit your input directly to the National Treasury website www.treasury.gov.za which has the Budget Tips submission link.
South Africans are also encouraged to join the conversation online by tagging the National Treasury on social media using the hashtags #TipsForMinFin and #Budget2026:
- X: @Treasury_RSA
- LinkedIn: National Treasury RSA
- TikTok: @TreasuryRSA
- Facebook: National Treasury RSA
Don’t miss the deadline.
The closing date for submissions is 16 February 2026.
The National Treasury added that all contributions will be considered as part of the process leading up to the 2026 Budget Speech.
This information was supplied by National Treasury.
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