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South Africa Budget 2026/27: Where Government Will Spend & Tender Opportunities
ProTenders Editorial Team
3 February 2026
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South Africa Budget 2026/27: Tender Opportunities
The 2026/27 National Budget sets the direction for government spending. Understanding allocations helps identify the biggest tender opportunities.
Budget Highlights
- Total expenditure: R2.4 trillion
- Provincial allocations: R680 billion
- Local government: R156 billion
Sector-by-Sector Outlook
Infrastructure: R150+ billion
- Roads, water, rail, ports, energy
- Key buyers: SANRAL, municipalities, Eskom, Transnet
Education: R320+ billion
- School infrastructure, equipment, technology, nutrition
- Key buyers: Provincial education departments
Healthcare: R280+ billion
- Hospital infrastructure, medical equipment, pharmaceuticals
- Key buyers: Provincial health departments
Public Safety: R230+ billion
- SAPS infrastructure, vehicles, IT systems
- Key buyers: SAPS, Correctional Services, Courts
How to Position
- Monitor tender portals 3-6 months after budget
- Build relationships with procurement offices
- Prepare documentation in advance
- Consider partnerships for large contracts
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