Black economic empowerment has been transformative but it needs to be revisited to broaden its pool of beneficiaries
There is no factual evidence that deindustrialisation, poverty, inequality and unemployment is caused by black economic empowerment, as argued by William Gumede
Three actions — debt reduction, a youth solidarity tax and limiting increases in public-sector salaries — that could lead to sustainable prosperity
President Cyril Ramaphosa will use his Washington visit to demand an end to US trade tariffs and counter refugee claims of racial persecution.
Jobs were lost in the formal sector, as well as in trade, construction and private households
The central bank has maintained price stability but needs to focus on growth given the high unemployment rate.
Activity-based and experiential learning should be encouraged at school and tertiary institutions so that the academic curricula must align with new realities.
About 32% of the population is unemployed; of the employed, 35.9% are in informal work; and of the formally employed, nearly 40% earn less than R3,500 a month
Freedom is not about slogans or votes, it is something we must make together by our actions, in a country inured to violence and a world where self-interest rules.
Urgent reform is needed as dangerous socio-economic undercurrents swirl
Automation, driven by artificial intelligence, threatens jobs for low-skilled and semi-skilled workers and these groups are also subjected to higher interest rates and unfavourable lending conditions
Despair overtakes bright young minds whose dreams of applying their knowledge are shattered
This marks the second consecutive drop in the jobless rate, and the lowest since the third quarter of 2023
A changing world requires that curricula be adapted to create graduates who are employable
Trading informally is not a choice but a necessity in a country where the unemployment rate is at an alarming level
The tragedy of miners trapped underground and the police’s Operation Vala Umgodi is an all-time low for human rights – the government of national unity must act now
Nepotism, graft, shifting ideologies: Southern Africa’s liberation parties have experienced historic setbacks in 2024
The Institute for Security Studies launched its Prospects 2043 report on Tuesday, with strong leadership seen as key to long-term stability in the country
Past summits on the economy have led to hopeful rhetoric but little meaningful action. The longer this paralysis continues, the more damaging it becomes
Founded on the principles of pan-Africanism 22 years ago, the AU has had its successes, but facing mounting issues of foreign funding, an inability to act on conflicts among member states, and claims it is stiflingly bureaucratic, it risks becoming another relic
Reminding President Hakainde Hichilema to fulfil his election campaign promises is now an offence in Zambia
The Democratic Alliance’s Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga points to rampant crime and unclear policies as major hurdles to investment and creating jobs
For this strategy to succeed, enabling policies and support systems must be established to help entrepreneurs overcome the significant barriers they face
With joblessness at a two-year high of 33.5%, more effort is needed to restructure the jobs market
Joblessness increased for the third consecutive quarter, reaching its highest level in two years
Influenced by middle-class issues, the government of national unity
may neglect the problems of the poor
Dropping democracy for aspirant autocrats who will put everything in order with a big stick might not be all it’s cracked up to be
The FMF Charter says the size of cabinet should be reduced and policy changes introduced to benefit the poor and create jobs
The political transition is a good opportunity for greater transparency about how the government shapes the economy
People in the Ekurhuleni area that is named after the MK party’s leader believe it will bring positive change
Research suggests the country is suffering from it, requiring better governance and institutions
The uptick is a result of more people entering the labour market