TANA MALINGA
Lebogang Maile has tabled the 2026/27 Gauteng Provincial Budget, outlining how the province plans to allocate public funds over the next three years while navigating fiscal pressures and prioritising service delivery.
Presenting the budget at the Gauteng Provincial Legislature on 10 March 2026, Maile announced that the province will spend R179.2 billion in the 2026/27 financial year, with total expenditure projected at about R549.3 billion over the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF).
The bulk of provincial spending will continue to support social services, which receive roughly 83% of the total budget. Education is allocated R70.9 billion, while the health sector receives R70.3 billion to strengthen hospitals, clinics and healthcare programmes. The Department of Social Development has been allocated R5.6 billion to support vulnerable communities and welfare initiatives.
Infrastructure investment remains a key priority. The provincial government has set aside R36.4 billion over the medium term to fund infrastructure projects aimed at improving public facilities, stimulating economic activity and supporting long-term growth. These investments will also be supported through public-private partnerships to maximise available resources.
Transport and mobility are another focus area, with R10.2 billion allocated in 2026/27 for road maintenance, upgrades and improvements to the province’s integrated public transport system.
The Department of Human Settlements will receive R5.5 billion to expand housing delivery, upgrade informal settlements and accelerate the issuing of title deeds.
In addition, the province has allocated R1.9 billion for digital governance initiatives, including expanding township Wi-Fi and strengthening CCTV surveillance systems to improve safety and service delivery.
Despite these commitments, Maile acknowledged ongoing financial pressures, including obligations linked to the discontinued Gauteng e‑Toll System, which continue to place strain on provincial finances.
Overall, the budget aims to balance essential services, infrastructure investment and economic development while maintaining fiscal discipline.
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