Latest articles on Economy Growth

The price of populism

Article Tamsin Oxford - 26 Oct 2018

The mistakes of the past should inform the politics of the future to ensure transformation, equality and economic growth

Putting Thuma Mina into action

Article Tamsin Oxford - 26 Oct 2018

SMMEs require collateral to get going and thrive: trust is the key

Kganyago: Too soon to tell if SA economy is in the clear

Article Lameez Omarjee - 10 May 2018

Even though South Africa has got off to a positive start this year, it is too early to tell that the country is on a new growth trajectory

North West’s economy inspires confidence

Article Staff Reporter - 2 Mar 2018

'We are pleased to report that our economy grew above the national average in the last three quarters'

Things are not that bad but Ramaphosa has work to do

Article Thulebona Mhlanga - 27 Feb 2018

Although business and confidence levels may be high, Ramaphosa has to tackle a 26.7% youth unemployment rate and soaring inequality levels.

Will Trumpenstein wreck or bless?

Article Staff Reporter - 17 Nov 2016

The president-elect’s victory speech was encouraging but his temperament keeps everyone guessing.

Buhari row reveals ‘kitchen cabinet’

Africa Staff Reporter - 20 Oct 2016

Economic uncertainty has gripped Nigeria as promised reforms fail to materialise

Gender equality is a right, but it’s about economic growth too

Article Staff Reporter - 10 Jul 2015

In each of the SADC's 15 member countries, millions of women traders are putting SADC's vision into practice.

Global fall in oil prices affects Nigerian naira

Article Staff Reporter - 19 Dec 2014

Nigeria toughens currency trading curbs to slow down the depreciation of the naira following the collapse of global oil prices.

Economy – outlook for 2015 dismal, despite boost

Article Staff Reporter - 25 Nov 2014

There are concerns that the impact of unemployment, load-shedding and industrial action will take its toll on economic growth in the new year.

Economic week ahead: SA shows rise in retail sales

Article Staff Reporter - 10 Nov 2014

South African retail figures show an increase, business optimism in the US may spike, and Europe's Sentix gauge could slip further this week.

Economic week ahead: Looking for growth

Article Staff Reporter - 22 Sep 2014

Investor interest is likely to centre on PMI reports in China and Europe. Both sets of reports may be disappointing. Here is your guide.

Botswana’s policy will spur economic growth, says central bank

Article Staff Reporter - 9 Jun 2014

Botswana's central bank will continue to try to boost economic growth by keeping its repo rate at 7.5%.

SA’s economy struggling after motor strikes

Article Sapa - 14 Nov 2013

South Africa's economy is slowing following strikes in the motor industry, according to the BankservAfrica Economic Transaction Index.

Economic week ahead: Is SA’s economy growing?

Article Staff Reporter - 26 Aug 2013

Economists will be on the lookout for growth figures from the US and SA, while the Bank of England's governor will seek to clarify policy intentions.

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