Global Economic Crisis

An unprecedented crisis: The economic ramifications of Covid-19

Article Quentin du Plessis - 4 Apr 2020

The ways in which we respond to the coronavirus pandemic will determine the world that greets us when we emerge from lockdown

Bright signs emerge amid global turmoil

Article Mark Cliffe - 3 Jan 2020

While populist governments around the world have continued to run up public debts to pay for handouts to their supporters, others are pushing back

Companies cautious about risks

Article Staff Reporter - 24 May 2012

The slowdown in the global economy and effect of cheaply manufactured goods on the local manufacturing sector will continue to affect production.

Obama, Merkel agree on need to spur growth

Article Staff Reporter - 27 Aug 2011

US President Barack Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have agreed on the need for "concerted action" to spur global growth.

Sitting on a mountain of cash

Article Lynley Donnelly - 26 Aug 2011

Businesses' aversion to spending in the 'real economy' has many causes, experts say.

A country on the make

Article Larry Elliott - 18 Mar 2011

A golden decade is predicted in Germany, which has made a remarkable comeback.

Obama signs historic Wall Street overhaul into law

Article bogdan TagDiv - 22 Jul 2010

President Barack Obama signed into law on Wednesday the most comprehensive financial regulatory overhaul since the Great Depression.

WTO says Doha conclusion key to global recovery

Article bogdan TagDiv - 17 May 2010

The conclusion of the stalled Doha Round of free trade talks is crucial to the recovery from the global financial crisis, WTO chief Pascal Lamy said.

IMF: ‘Africa is back’ from global crisis

Article Staff Reporter - 8 Mar 2010

Africa is recovering from the global economic crisis and could see growth of 4,5% in 2010, the International Monetary Fund said on Monday.

Women drive growth — but still paid less

Article Staff Reporter - 25 Nov 2009

The largest growing economic force in the world isn't China or India -- it's women. But that stubborn glass ceiling is still intact.

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Coronavirus

NGOs ask ConCourt to order that shops can sell baby clothes during lockdown

Franny Rabkin - 6 Apr 2020

The organisations say lockdown regulations are unconstitutional because they do not protect the best interests of children

National

Slice of life: Recycling for our lives

Chris Gilili - 5 Apr 2020

This lockdown will hurt my family in the stomach. We will suffer for this whole period. I don’t even know what I will do when my wife gives birth in the next two weeks

National

Mbalula defends changing taxi operating times

Thando Maeko - 3 Apr 2020

Regulations for taxis have been relaxed over the last few days of the lockdown prompting criticism. Transport minister Fikile Mbalula however, has defended the decision

Press Releases

Special Reports

New energy mix on the cards

Derek Davey - 3 Apr 2020

REI4P already has and will continue to yield thousands of employment opportunities

Special Reports

The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

Special Reports

Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

Special Reports

20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele special AGM rescheduled to March 25 2020

Staff Reporter - 18 Mar 2020

New voting arrangements are being made to safeguard the health of shareholders