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Government Owes $12B in Unpaid Bills, Hurting Small Businesses

Government Owes $12B in Unpaid Bills, Hurting Small Businesses

Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · The Daily News Now!

April 1, 20261m 45s

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Governments Unpaid Bills: A Heavy Burden on Service Providers

The Public Service Commissions latest report reveals a staggering 12 billion rand in unpaid bills, with provinces accounting for 97% of the debt. While late payments have slightly decreased, departments like Justice, Public Works, and Defence still owe millions. Small businesses suffer as cash flow dries up and jobs vanish. The PSC plans to collaborate with the Auditor General for accountability, but until then, businesses bear the brunt of government inaction.

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