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Why no word on defence Mr President?

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The South African Aerospace Maritime and Defence Industries Association wonders why the President kept mum on defence spending during his State of the Nation address. Tax implications if you’ve made use of the two-pot system. And why South Africa could be a haven for those wanting to flee ‘Apartheid America’.

11 Feb 2025 5AM English South Africa Business News · Politics

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