South Africa is set on fixing its economy. But will poor people benefit?: A large number of poor South Africans live in informal settlements. EPA/Nic BothmaPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has been working hard to improve South Africa’s economic situation. In October he hosted a jobs summit that’s expected to produce 275 000 new jobs a year. More recently he organised an investment … [Read more...] about South Africa is set on fixing its economy. But will poor people benefit? | The Conversation
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Innovation: The boost South Africa needs in a dwindling economy
Innovation: The boost South Africa needs in a dwindling economy: With an economy that is struggling under ongoing pressure of petrol price hikes and a weakening rand, South Africa looks to face another quarter of decreased consumer spend. It can be tempting for businesses to cut back their growth efforts during these times, but Innovation Academy, a global learning business … [Read more...] about Innovation: The boost South Africa needs in a dwindling economy
Sibonelo Radebe: business and economy editor, The Conversation Africa | The Conversation
Sibonelo Radebe: business and economy editor, The Conversation Africa: Sibonelo Radebe will be sorely missed. Candice BaileySibonelo Radebe was a consummate professional who loved journalism with a deep passion. He gave his heart and soul to it – and to the colleagues with whom he worked. He died in a car accident on Wednesday morning. He began his career in business and … [Read more...] about Sibonelo Radebe: business and economy editor, The Conversation Africa | The Conversation
South Africa’s economy is in a mess. New finance minister must hit the road running | The Conversation
South Africa's economy is in a mess. New finance minister must hit the road running: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, left, introduces the country's new Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni, in Cape Town. Phando Jikelo/African News Agency(ANA)The latest reshuffling of South Africa’s finance minister, following the resignation of Nhlanhla Nene and appointment of Tito … [Read more...] about South Africa’s economy is in a mess. New finance minister must hit the road running | The Conversation
Economy under Fire: Ramaphosa looks to #JobsSummit
Economy under Fire: Ramaphosa looks to #JobsSummit: Economy under Fire: Ramaphosa looks to #JobsSummit: Under pressure over his track record on the economy, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will convene a gathering of top officials and business leaders on Thursday to find solutions to the country's long-running unemployment crisis. More than two decades after the … [Read more...] about Economy under Fire: Ramaphosa looks to #JobsSummit
