South Africa can trade on the current economic and political malaise to re-establish its industrial prowess
With Zambia’s pre-election violence and economic woes, the ‘political contest has never been this fierce’ say analysts.
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/ 24 February 2012
In creating a blueprint for growth, Gordhan has been hamstrung by the very lack of buy-in he wants and needs.
South Sudan is due to lay out its economic plans at a US-backed conference aimed at uplifting the country and setting it on the path to development.
It is tempting to agree with Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi that there is paralysis in the Cabinet economics cluster.
Think-tank debating Africa and its future was surprisingly concordant, writes <b>Kevin Davie</b>.
Entrepreneurs of all descriptions — from pirates to inventors and investment bankers — play a critical role in economic development.
Growth in African countries will to slow to 3.7% this year owing to upheavals in northern Africa and increased food and fuel prices.
Attaining global success needs regional buy-in from Southern African countries and their leaders.
Unisa is one of the country’s universities that has done considerable research on Africa’s economic development, including work for Nepad by the Cems.