Why countries should break the crippling cycle of hosting big sporting events: Local residents holding Chinese and Olympic flags attend a rehearsal in Chongli county of Zhangjiakou ahead of the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. Reuters/Jason LeeAll over the developing world, metropolises are rushing to cement their status as “global cities”. These are metropolitan centres that … [Read more...] about Why countries should break the crippling cycle of hosting big sporting events | The Conversation
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University tests should be part and parcel of teaching – not stand-alone events | The Conversation
University tests should be part and parcel of teaching - not stand-alone events: ShutterstockStandardised tests exist in education systems all over the world. South Africa is no exception – and its test results often make for depressing reading. In 2014 education accounted for 6.2% of South Africa’s Gross Domestic Product and 19.1% of total government expenditure. … [Read more...] about University tests should be part and parcel of teaching – not stand-alone events | The Conversation
SA News: SA ranked top business events destination in Africa
SA ranked top business events destination in Africa: Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa says the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) continues to rank South Africa as the top business events destination in Africa and the Middle East. “We are also one of the world’s top 10 long-haul ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews HOME AFFAIRS HOPEFUL OF SOLUTION TO … [Read more...] about SA News: SA ranked top business events destination in Africa
SA News: A short history of market reactions to political events
A short history of market reactions to political events: What is clear, however, is that there is a definite pattern to how bond markets have reacted to political news in South Africa over the last few years. As the chart below shows, any threats to the stability of the National Treasury draw a negative reaction ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews South Africa's … [Read more...] about SA News: A short history of market reactions to political events
