“The UK has always been a steadfast ally as we transformed to a true democracy and we hope the strong trade, educational and cultural links that bind us together, become even stronger with Mr Haidar’s new appointment,” says South African High…
"While we continue to pencil in four interest rate cuts, in the cycle, of 25 basis points each between this year and next, there are still notable risks to a later and even shallower interest rate cutting cycle," says Sanisha Packirisamy, economist…
"The opposition party landscape is experiencing a surge, with over 350 parties registering for the elections. Many are led by former political figures who have defected from established parties, aiming to capitalise on voter dissatisfaction,"…
"Budgeting is not a one-size-fits-all approach," Barkhuizen emphasises. "It should be tailored to each household's specific circumstances and continuously reassessed to adapt to evolving needs.," says Jennifer Barkhuizen, Head of Marketing at…
"Advances such as more effective inflation control, the implementation of tax reform, and the appreciation of the real have boosted the productive sector, and this trend is projected to continue throughout 2024, including in the capital markets,"…
A focus piece looking at how impact-driven investments are the key to building resilient communities in times of macroeconomic turbulence emerging from some of the key conversations that emerged during this year's SAVCA Private Equity (PE) Conference.
“It makes sense for the private sector to answer this call, and from a balance sheet perspective, it makes sense for us to collaborate, whether it’s towards solving our transport issue or our need for energy generation. There is also no reason…
"As developed market interest rates decline, global financial conditions are expected to improve, offering support to selected emerging market currencies and interest rates. The SARB may find room to act on interest rates shortly after the Fed,…
As the country waits today's budget speech, the Communication Risk Information Centre and the Association of Comms and Technology are both urging the Finance Minister, honourable Enoch Godongwana, to prioritise two critical areas of concern…
"South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) decreased by 0,2% in the third quarter of 2023. The agriculture, forestry and fishing industry decreased by 9,6% in the third quarter of 2023, contributing -0,3 of a percentage point to the negative…
Rob Kane, chairperson of the CCID Board and CEO of Boxwood Property Fund, says by taking responsibility and ownership of their own power-saving initiatives, stakeholders can ensure that Cape Town's world-famous CBD continues to thrive.
“When Coega was launched we were told that it would change the city’s landscape and industry. For a long time, however, we just considered it to be something that was happening along the coast that didn’t really have any ‘wow’ factor,” says…
“Any single market is successful if it is incremental. It is impossible to start altogether in a broad, complete way. We started with 12 countries in the EU, now we are 28 and in the next decade we will be at 36 countries as part of the European…
"Consequently, rural communities will be the first to bear the brunt, as quality of life, livestock and the overall surrounding environment will deteriorate, making it difficult to survive. Remedying the situation will require tremendous effort…
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