South African Economy

We must stamp out illicit trade to boost the fiscus

Article Tebele Luthuli - 16 Mar 2020

The fiscus loses millions each day because of illicit trade. Sars can’t tackle this problem alone: it is up to all citizens to play their part

Editorial: Coronavirus – These are unusual times

Editorial Editorial - 12 Mar 2020

South Africa had kept Covid-19 from entering the country for a long time. But in recent days, the number of confirmed cases has increased

Preparing graduates for the workplace

Article Francis Petersen - 6 Mar 2020

Imbuing students with entrepreneurial thinking can also provide value to the larger economy

African free trade is vital for growth

Article Tshegofatso Mathe - 6 Mar 2020

Negotiators are scrambling to meet the July 1 deadline for the world’s second-biggest trading agreement, which could boost continental trade

SAA rescue costs us social reforms

Article Khaya Sithole - 6 Mar 2020

As with the ban on SAA flying to the United States in 1986, political pragmatism will eventually be trumped by economic realities

Use PIC and pension fund to rescue SA

Article Jaco Oelofsen - 6 Mar 2020

Pensions aren’t threatened, Eskom will be saved and it’ll boost growth and a low-carbon economy

The green economy – a win-win strategy for South Africa

Analysis Rethabile Melamu - 2 Mar 2020

On a provincial level, programmes such as Gauteng’s The Innovation Hub are helping to create green economic growth

Building human capital for the fourth industrial revolution

Article Tshilidzi Marwala - 28 Feb 2020

The government, business, labour and civil society must work together to link potential employees to productive and decent jobs

Moody’s axe likely to fall on ordinary South Africans

Article Thando Maeko - 26 Feb 2020

The ratings agency is scheduled to announce its decision on a possible downgrade of SA credit worthiness on March 27

Cyril’s style is to inspire the nation

Article Klaus Kotze - 14 Feb 2020

His visionary pragmatism and his aim – together with SA’s citizens — is to build a capable state

The fable of SA’s special economic zones

Article Pamela Tsolekile de Wet, Lisa Thompson & Patrick Bond - 14 Feb 2020

The country is being pushed to develop more SEZs. But is this a viable strategy, given unemployment and ‘deglobalisation’?

The State of the Nation speech Ramaphosa should make

Article Piet Naudé - 13 Feb 2020

I have been slow but steady in rebuilding South Africa, but it’s time for tough, decisive action

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Dimension Data launches Saturday School in PE

Staff Reporter - 16 Mar 2020

The Gauteng Saturday School has produced a number of success stories