Tag Archives: South Africa

SA’s business vs government trust gap biggest in the world (Moneyweb)

What stood out in the South African results was the relatively high trust in business compared to government. The gap between the two is the largest in the world. Business has a trust rating of 62 (out of 100) while government is rated at 29. It was also striking that 61% of South Africans believe […]
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Hospitality industry ready to show that Africa is open for business when Africa’s Big 7 returns(IOL)

The premium food and beverage market in Africa is expected to reach $44 billion by 2025, and with private label booming in Africa, consumers are increasingly seeking value without compromising on quality. The show will delve into the latest consumer trends and dining demands, including addressing how menus are adapting and will also showcase quality […]
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TymeBank and iKhokha team up for SMEs

The ability for small businesses to accept payments on a smartphone has been revolutionary for businesses of all sizes. Tap-on-phone technology, although in its early days, has the potential to play a key transformative role in driving financial inclusion throughout Africa. Now South Africa’s biggest digital bank, TymeBank, has announced it will move its Tap-on-Phone customers […]
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Unearthing the unseen: Underground sit-ins epidemic in SA mining (IOL)

Mining has long been the backbone of South Africa’s economy. Alongside agriculture, it is the biggest sector of the economy, employing almost half a million people. But beneath its surface lies a growing crisis – the surge in underground sit-ins. The unprotected form of protest reached exceptional levels in 2023, posing a significant threat to […]
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Top tech trends and predictions for small businesses in 2024(ITNA)

The pace of technological change is accelerating, reshaping every aspect of our lives, work, and leisure. Xero’s Future Focus research reveals that small businesses, despite facing challenges, remain optimistic about emerging technologies. However, a need for more education and resources to navigate this rapidly changing world is evident. As small business owners aim to leverage […]
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Consumer spending and its implications for economic growth in South Africa(DM)

Higher levels of consumer spending are critical for economic growth as spending stimulates demand for goods and services, leading to increased production. Higher production levels boost business development and investment and create job opportunities. South Africa’s economy experienced low growth over the past decade. One of the leading causes of low levels of economic growth […]
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This will be a challenging year for business (Moneyweb)

BLSA CEO weighs in on the issues facing SA in 2024, and her hopes of overcoming them. Globally there will be a record number of elections. At the same time, we face an unprecedented level of geopolitical stress with the Russia/Ukraine and Israel/Hamas wars creating major uncertainty. South Africa is one of the many countries […]
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NEW GIBS Case Study: The South African Reserve Bank’s response towards calls to pursue unconventional monetary policy” By Adrian Sivalle, Mluleki Shongwe, and Amy Moore

Learning outcomes On completion of the case study, students will understand the following learning objectives: the characteristics of quantitative easing (QE) and when it may be appropriate to implement QE; how QE differs from a conventional bond purchasing programme; the impact of direct financing of the fiscus by the central bank on its independence; how […]
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Sand mining company appeals refusal of water licence (Moneyweb)

A silica sand mining company that has set its sights on 50 hectares of land in the Philippi Horticultural Area (PHA) in Cape Town is appealing the decision by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to refuse it a water use licence. Keysource Minerals is owned by Ardagh Glass Packaging (formerly Consol Glass), the […]
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Construction industry defends its transformation achievements (Moneyweb)

H&I Construction, which brought high court applications to review and set aside the controversial preferential procurement policy the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) has now withdrawn, has defended the industry’s transformation achievements. H&I Construction commercial manager Francis Chemaly told Moneyweb the firm is relieved that Sanral has made the right decision. Click here to […]
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