Investor Confidence

As South Africa prepares to host the sixth SA Investment Conference, government leaders and economists say global instability, including tension in the Middle East, unexpectedly…

When workers marched and criticised the macroeconomic direction under Minister Trevor Manuel, it was never about personalities. It was about policy. It was about defending jobs,…

Minerals Minister Gwede Mantashe says the country faces challenges in developing an effective system for exploration and mining licences

When airports are developed, so is the property surrounding them. The ‘city’ essentially grows around the new airport

The political transition is a good opportunity for greater transparency about how the government shapes the economy

Earlier this year, the ratings agency warned that a significant increase in the government’s debt-to-GDP ratio could knock its credit rating

Market participants must stay abreast of geopolitical developments such as conflicts when making trading decisions

The electricity minister said the delay in approving environmental assessments undermines investor confidence

The industrial action is the latest in a series of economy-hitting upsets for the state logistics company

Commercial media reproduces the views of the dominant class and has been unable to unpack the underlying failures of capitalism

As the ANC’s Youth League leader, Julius Malema spooked investors a decade ago by popularising calls to nationalise the mines

Experts offer their advice about what Finance Minister Tito Mboweni should focus on in next week’s budget speech

South Africa must adapt rapidly if it is to mitigate the negative effects of the low-carbon transition

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan will hit the road with private sector representatives to meet credit ratings agencies and investors.

South Africa’s macroeconomic policy and strong institutions reassure investors who know the risks, analysts say.