South Africa stands at a pivotal point in its economic development, and a unique position of potential global economic power....
Economics
The global economy is heading into uncharted territory, according toKearney’s Global Economic Outlook 2025–2027. The report investigates the world adjusting...
With South Africa facing a projected R258 billion budget deficit and economic growth still below pre-pandemic levels, the government has...
The latest Business Confidence Index (BCI) data issued by the SA Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) paints a picture...
By Tariro Mutizwa, Vice President – Africa at AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants...
After initially reacting positively to Trump's election, the US equity market began to shift dramatically in the first quarter of...
South Africa’s position on the global trade map is both strategic and complex. As Africa’s most industrialised economy, it plays...
The 3rd African Forum on Mining (AFM), held from 19 to 21 March 2025 at the African Union Commission’s headquarters,...
Access Bank PLC convened leading policymakers, business executives and industry stakeholders in Cape Town for its maiden Africa Trade Conference,...
The announcement during the Budget Speech in Cape Town of plans to increase the VAT rate to 16% by 2026/27,...
South Africa continues to grapple with a crippling unemployment crisis resulting in the highest income inequality in the world, evidenced...
One of the lies that is perpetually being echoed is that “broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) does not work”. I...
The 2025 National Budget, initially scheduled for 19 February, was postponed amid what many are saying is a disagreement within...
In a global economy marked by volatility, shifting political landscapes and unforeseen disruptions, businesses that are expanding internationally are increasingly...
In my extensive experience within the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) industry, I have witnessed a notable uptick in organisations...
Recent progress made at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has signalled a renewed confidence in South Africa’s capital markets, highlighting...
Access Bank PLC is set to host its first-ever Africa Trade Conference (ATC), a landmark event focused on advancing Africa’s...
Traders around the world have braced for volatility following United States President Donald Trump’s aggressive new tariffs on Mexico, Canada...
The global economy is experiencing significant change, shaped by regional shifts, technological advancements and the ongoing challenges of inflation and...
Despite ongoing trade challenges, Africa’s focus on regional integration through the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), along with proactive...
Amid a food safety crisis in South Africa's informal sector, the government announced that all spaza shops need to be...
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a cornerstone of corporate and development policy discussions in the 21st century. Its transformative potential...
As South Africa prepares to celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month this November, The BEE Chamber emphasises the vital role Broad-Based Black...
The geopolitical conflict in Mozambique comes at a very delicate time for South Africa, when logistics and the supply chain...
DI-VERSE IT – a proudly 100% black woman owned entity – has announced its innovative B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment)...
Wesgro – the official tourism, trade and investment promotion agency for Cape Town and the Western Cape – is offering...
Itana, Nigeria’s first licensed digital economic zone management company, and the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions...
Leading global specialist risk consultancy Control Risks and its economics consulting partner Oxford Economics Africa have launched the ninth edition...
The government notes Fitch’s decision to affirm South Africa’s long-term foreign and local currency debt ratings at “BB-” and maintain...
This year's Government Technical Advisory Centre Public Economics Conference focused on the theme of “Technology and Data for Enhanced Government...
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team visited South Africa from 1 to 8 July 2024 to receive an update on...
Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) has released the highly anticipated 2024 edition of its “Where to Invest in Africa” report, a...
Earlier this year, African heads of state gathered for the annual African Union Summit and approved the new Protocol on...
The South African government is finally about to give international workers who are not office-bound the chance to roam the...
Gauteng has long been known as South Africa’s wealthiest province and our country’s financial hub. According to Gauteng Premier Panyaza...
In today's interconnected world, the power of innovation stands out as a transformative force capable of driving Africa toward greater...
In reflecting on the historical context of economic development in South Africa, Kebalepile Matlhako, transformation specialist at The BEE Chamber,...
The 2024 Budget Speech presented by South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana paints a picture of cautious optimism amid lingering...
Africa will account for 11 of the world’s 20 fastest growing economies in 2024, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB)...
Emerging markets (EMs) have seen a decade of dramatic underperformance, but their fortunes may change in 2024 once dynamics shift...
