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Budget crisis: The stress of not worrying

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Tightrope act: Gaolathe says drastic measures are needed to rein in spending, while more streams of revenue are required PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Day by day, more indicators appear of the deepening challenges facing both the budget and the economy. Government’s approach involves action alongside transparency, but for many others, anxiety is peaking. MBONGENI MGUNI writes

In a popular sitcom from the 1990s, the main character once wrestled with how to handle a crisis. As a deadline approached and the pressure mounted, the character did his best to project confidence. Ultimately, he betrayed the raging panic below the surface:

“The stress of not worrying is starting to get to me,” he said.

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