The R817.875 million allocation for the Office of the Premier is a strategic investment to ensure that the provincial government remains agile, efficient, and people centred, says KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thamsanqa Ntuli.
“Our vision is clear. We are building a capable and ethical state that fosters inclusive development, safeguards the vulnerable, and delivers with excellence,” Ntuli said.
The Premier tabled the Office of the Premier’s 2025/26 Budget Vote at the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Legislature, in Pietermaritzburg, on Thursday, under the theme: “Accelerating Inclusive Growth and Service Delivery through Effective Governance”.
The budget speech marked a step in driving socioeconomic transformation, improving public sector performance, and addressing the province’s most urgent challenges. It also reflected the province’s commitment to fast-tracking service delivery through innovation, interdepartmental coordination, and effective oversight.
The key focus areas highlighted in the budget vote included:
• Youth empowerment and job creation: Enhanced support for the Youth Development Fund and expanded
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