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South African companies aren't innovating enough: Why support during tough economic times matters
South Africa's innovation fund, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in the 2025 state of the nation address, was a ...
Explainer-Third time lucky? South Africa needs to plug $4.1 billion budget hole
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana returns to parliament on May 21 for a third try at passing South Africa's budget, after ...
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How Africa is becoming the world's next economic powerhouse
Despite global economic headwinds and geopolitical shifts, Africa remains the world's second-fastest-growing region.
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Experts warn South Africa cannot afford tariff showdown
Analysts argue South Africa has no muscle for a tariff war with the US and should instead pursue strategic diplomacy.
South African rand recoups losses, power cuts in focus
South Africa's rand recouped some losses on Wednesday, a day after the country's power utility implemented rolling power cuts ...
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The vital role of trade agreements in driving South Africa's economic growth
Despite the challenges, though, South Africa still has a unique opportunity to reposition itself as a leader in African trade ...
UN forecasts slower global economic growth following Trump’s tariffs and trade tensions
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations on Thursday forecast slower global economic growth this year and next, pointing to ...
South Africa calls for affordable, balanced energy transition
South African officials ramped up their calls for a balanced approach to energy transition on Tuesday, arguing that economic ...
A basic income support grant can address extreme poverty and inequality in South Africa - economic model shows how
Economic modelling suggests that a basic income grant for all individuals aged between 18 and 59 could significantly reduce ...
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Mining is key to strengthening South Africa’s domestic economy plus geopolitical status
Strengthening South African mining is key to strengthening South Africa’s domestic economy as well as its geopolitical ...