Progressive Business Forum
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Gwen Ramokgopa: “I was hurt” by being associated with Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala
The ANC treasurer general denied knowing the alleged underworld figure, as well as equally controversial North West businessman Brown Mogotsi
Gwen Ramokgopa glosses over her presidential ambitions
The ANC treasury general said the party is focused on the 2026 local government elections
India, China to hold bilateral meetings on sidelines of Brics summit
The nuclear-armed nations have a tense relationship because of disputed territories at multiple border areas
Xi touches down, Pandor says Brics not competing with G7
The international relations minister called the bloc the chief architects of a new global order
Small business department carries heavy weight
The department’s minister, Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, said small businesses are expected to propel economic growth
Godongwana: Economic policy driven by the party, not the president
The minister said there may be different styles depending on the candidates, but the party’s policies will not waver
Patel: Deconcentrate markets to give black entrepreneurs more opportunities
‘The draft Competition Amendment Bill is one of the ways government seeks to bolster economic inclusion by allowing more players in the market’
Gigaba: Eskom is still biggest risk to the economy
The overwhelming threat posed by Eskom to the economy was the biggest concern for speakers at the ANC’s Progressive Business Forum on Saturday.
Businesses vie for ANC attention
The Progressive Business Forum marquee at the Mangaung elective conference revealed a mixed bag of companies hoping to cosy up to the ruling party.
Guests fork out R500 000 to share a table with Zuma
ANC delegates and business people will have to pay at least R500 000 to be seated at the presidential table at the party’s Business Forum gala dinner.