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Storm brewing over South Africa’s new 20% tax | SA News

Luke Fraser
 ·19 Apr 2026

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South Africa is considering a 20% national tax on gross gambling revenue (GGR) amid significant growth in online betting, with public responses incredibly varied.

The new 20% levy, which targets online, interactive, and sports betting, aims to generate over R10 billion annually for the state while also addressing the social risks associated with growing gambling addictions.

In response to questions from RISE Mzansi MP Makashule Gana, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana…

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