Global slump may retard Africa's growth

As the economic clouds darken over Europe and the United States, there are concerns a double-dip recession in the West could cast a shadow over Africa

The defence against recession

Saving is all about discipline and people spending less than they earn.

Study finds family ties helped weather the recession

Three-quarters of South Africa's family-owned businesses believe family ties helped them through the recession, according to a PwC survey released.

Love on the dole

When times are tough and wages are frozen, relationships often bear the brunt. Three couples tell the M&G how they got through the recession.

Spar FY profit up, mulls share buy back

South African grocery chain Spar Group posted a 29% rise in full-year profit as lower interest rates and economic recovery slowly boost consumer demand.

Britain's debt time bomb

The UK's addiction to borrowing could spark a recession or dampen economic growth for decades to come, a study warns.

IDC gives R1,4bn to struggling firms

The Industrial Development Corporation said on Thursday it had approved R1,4-billion in loans to distressed companies during last year's recession.

Reports of economic growth misleading, says union

The employment figures released by Stats SA made a mockery of reports of economic growth, trade union Uasa said on Tuesday.

CCMA under pressure

Retrenchment disputes have increased, with less-skilled employees of labour brokers being the first to lose jobs, according to Tokiso's chief executive, Tanya Venter.

Naspers mulls more retrenchments

Naspers is offering some editorial staff in its print business severance packages, a media report said on Wednesday.

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