Its funding has run dry, so the empowerment fund is having to turn away entrepreneurs.
The development sector has made a notable shift in the monitoring and evaluation of corporate social investment programmes in recent years.
The World Bank has welcomed the proposal by Brics nations – inclusing South Africa – to explore establishing a Brics development bank.
Sustained reforms and strong leadership will enable South Africa to reap economic prosperity, says Lyal White.
The recently released census results confirm that South Africa’s social and economic transformation has been slow.
On a visit to SA, Serena and Venus Williams emphasised their desire to inspire youngsters — and took part in a tennis clinic in Soweto.
Key indicators have shown that other African countries are making greater strides than South Africa, writes Lynley Donnelly.
A lack of management as well as distrust and infighting have brought redevelopment to a halt. Kwanele Sosibo reports.
The West must realise South Africa does not need its money since it can turn to India and China to fund its economic development, says Gwede Mantashe.
Geographic information systems could play a vital role in improving agriculture and boosting food security in Africa.