Global Financial Crisis

The journey to full-blown austerity is marked by changes to an economy presided over by a government adrift

Ten years after its adoption, the government has failed to achieve the targets set out in the National Development Plan. Looming spending cuts will render the NDP even more futile

To realise sustainable growth, the economic superpower must change tack, and South Africa must be ready to adjust

The architecture of the global financial system hurts emerging market economies but the alliance has yet to offer an alternative

The government is walking a tightrope as civil servants embark on industrial action over pay

The finance minister’s commitment to toeing the line may send positive signals to ratings agencies, but at what cost?

Decisions from a decade ago have come back to haunt economies – policymakers should be vigilant

Commentators have weighed in on the Transnet strike’s economic hit, but strike season isn’t over yet

Workers are in the throes of a cost of living crisis, which could force the government to fold on its hard line against more spending

Labour unions have embarked on a nationwide strike over the high cost of living

The country needs a greener economy but energy specialists say policymakers must ensure the creation of a fairer economy in the process

A deep downturn is unlikely, analysts say. But, if it does happen, another recession will be even more difficult to recover from

Inflation fears should have inspired a run on gold, but the asset may have lost its relevance

Covid-19 cast the economy adrift, but a less punishing new phase of the pandemic could set it back on track

The global pandemic has highlighted the importance of national health insurance, mandatory sick leave and unemployment benefits