25-OCT-12·	ACCA announces the winners of Sustainability Awards
	Posted by | economic
	The winners of the 2011 Association of Certified Chartered Accountants South Africa, (ACCA SA) Sustainability Reporting Awards were announced at a special function at Hyatt Regency in Rosebank, Johannesburg. Assessments were based on Sustainability Reports submitted for the 2011 reporting period.

10-SEP-12·	Revolutionising internal auditing
	Posted by | economic
	The changes in the market economy over recent years has necessitated an equally revolutionary change in the manner in which internal audit as a discipline is approached.

03-MAY-12·	Business confidence declines in April
	Posted by | economic
	The unstable and weakening condition of the business environment was reflected in the Business Confidence Index (BCI) which dropped to 94.3 points, the lowest in three years according to the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

26-APR-12·	SA pushing for BRICS Development Bank
	Posted by | economic
	The DevelopmentBank by the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) grouping, is expected to supplement the existing efforts of multilateral and regional financial institutions for global growth and development.

25-APR-12·	'More effective IDC increases loan approvals by 35%
	Posted by | economic
	The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) has increased its turnaround time for approval of loans to businesses and has increased loans approvals by over 35%, the Minister of Economic Development Ebrahim Patel said in his Budget Vote speech.

16-APR-12·	SA economy improving: Gordhan
	Posted by | economic
	Despite the damaging effects caused by economic uncertainty South Africa’s economy is improving and its growth is stable according to Minister of Finance Pravin Gorhan. The minister’s comments come ahead of the G20 meeting which is expected to address the European crisis.

13-APR-12·	The ties between South African and Australian economies
	Posted by | economic
	A mismatch in skills continues to hamper both Australian and South African industries. While both countries are predicting the shedding of many jobs this year, many industries are looking abroad to fill positions where skills are lacking.

12-APR-12·	Africa is the new growth hub – Zuma
	Posted by | economic
	Africa is experiencing economic transformation which is expected to improve the standard of living for all Africans. These were the sentiments of President Jacob Zuma at the 4th International Trade and Investment Conference.

19-MAR-12·	Expenditure growth up to 5.1%
	Posted by | economic
	Real gross domestic expenditure rose to 5.1% in the fourth quarter of 2011 as a result of increases in real final consumption expenditure by the household sector and general government as well as sustained growth in real gross fixed capital formation said the Reserve Bank.

19-MAR-12·	SA deficit narrows in the fourth quarter
	Posted by | economic
	The deficit on the current account decreased from 4.1% in the third quarter of 2011 to 3.6% in the fourth quarter according the results of the March Quarterly Bulletin released by the Reserve Bank.

12-MAR-12·	Business incubators commended for growing enterprises
	Posted by | economic
	Business incubation has been identified as a key component of economic transformation, however small businesses first need to stabilise and become sustainable before they can start creating jobs according to SMME specialists.

09-MAR-12·	More women scientists needed - Pandor
	Posted by | economic
	Incentives that support and recognise women in research is needed to attract more females to the sciences industries according to Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor.

08-MAR-12·	SA joins world in marking Intl Women’s Day
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa is joining the world in observing the 101st International Women's Day which is used to highlight the plight of rural woman and how they can be brought out of hunger and poverty.

05-MAR-12·	Grim outlook in resolution of Eurozone problems
	Posted by | economic
	Global economic turmoil has left financial experts at a loss to find even the slightest glimmer of hope. Despite these dire predictions Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan believes there are opportunities available in South Africa.

01-MAR-12·	GDP rises to 3.2% in 2011 fourth quarter
	Posted by | economic
	The country’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the fourth quarter of 2011 rose to 3.2% which was slightly better than the market expectation of a 3.1% quarter-on-quarter increase according Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).

16-FEB-12·	African economic governance improving – Davies
	Posted by | economic
	There has been an improvement in economic governance across the African continent and now the only challenge facing Africa is to create sustained growth channels by engaging in new ventures which will boost and expand regional integration.

09-FEB-12·	Business confidence falls in January
	Posted by | economic
	Business confidence fell to its lowest level since May 2010 dipping from 99.1 in December to 97.1 points. Lower economic growth, unemployment, higher inflation and weak municipal service delivery are some of the various challenges that could cloud the economic and business outlook for the year.

27-JAN-12·	PPI slows to 9.8%
	Posted by | economic
	The Producer Price Index (PPI) slowed to 9.8% year-on-year in December, which is 0.3 of a percentage point lower than the corresponding annual rate of 10.1% in November 2011 according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).

26-JAN-12·	Women more critical of global crisis
	Posted by | economic
	A worldwide research study analysing female perspectives on the global crisis has shown that women accountants are more critical of responses to the global economic crisis and are also likely to be more negative and less trusting of the financial crisis than their male counterparts.

20-JAN-12·	Repo rate remains unchanged at 5.5%
	Posted by | economic
	Much to the expectation of analysts, the Reserve Bank has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.5% at the first meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee this year.

17-JAN-12·	Cabinet to discuss year ahead
	Posted by | economic
	The four day strategic planning session which is set to provide the basis for President Jacob Zuma’s State of the Nation Address has commenced and Cabinet has begun its mammoth task of developing the national agenda.

08-DEC-11·	Household spending increases to 3.7%
	Posted by | economic
	Growth in real expenditure by households decelerated to 3.3% in the second quarter but increased again to 3.7% in the third quarter as a result of sharp spending on durable goods and services.

08-DEC-11·	Business confidence declined in November
	Posted by | economic
	The real economic environment has remained positive, but business confidence took a knock in November due to the depreciation of the rand and inflation, said the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

06-DEC-11·	Ten commandments for economic growth
	Posted by | economic
	Economic growth is central to the transformation and the future of the Country. Mannie Hirsch provides several fundamental principles for any society that wants to drive economic growth.

06-DEC-11·	BUSA predicts 3% GDP growth in 2012
	Posted by | economic
	Presenting BUSA’s economic and business outlook for the country in 2012, BUSA Deputy CEO Raymond Parsons said looking at the present evidence, a 3% GDP trajectory though 2012 could be expected in a best case scenario.

30-NOV-11·	SA’s GDP grows by 1.4%
	Posted by | economic
	Despite the 1.4% growth in local Gross Domestic Product the rate was lower than expected, due to poor performance in the mining and manufacturing sectors. "Slower growth will make it difficult for government to reach its target of creating 5 million jobs by 2020" said Standard Bank economist, Thabi Leoka.

23-NOV-11·	Reserve Bank sounds warning on inflation
	Posted by | economic
	The inflation rate is expected to continue trending upward, eventually peaking at 6.3 % in the first three months of 2012 according to the latest projects made by the South African Reserve Bank.

17-NOV-11·	Research to give insight into SA economy
	Posted by | economic
	A new research report on South Africa, expected to be released next year, is to provide unique insight into the workings of the country’s economy, says the Department of Trade and Industry.

16-NOV-11·	‘Business for better’ centre launched
	Posted by | economic
	The new Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship will drive research into these social economic area's with the aim of developing business values and skills in future business leaders in order to address societal ills.

10-NOV-11·	Economic growth still a priority, despite rating
	Posted by | economic
	The South African government will continue to prioritise higher economic growth and job creation at the core of its economic policy, despite the country's bleak A3 investment grade rating, according to the National Treasury.

09-NOV-11·	Economic growth not encouraged by high inflation
	Posted by | economic
	High inflation along with low interest rates are barriers to economic development in South Africa according to economist Chris Hart, but despite these assertions it is expected that the reserve bank will likely keep interest rates unchanged for the whole year in 2012.

17-OCT-11·	GP looks to do business faster, smarter
	Posted by | economic
	Government will focus on ironing out bureaucratic processes that hinder private sector investments and has invited business to report incidents of key projects being delayed as a result of red tape says Economic Development Minister Ebrahim Patel

23-SEP-11·	SIFE reaches out to local communities
	Posted by | economic
	The SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) competition which is centred on community outreach projects will showcase the work that participants have been doing within their communities to improve the standard of living, with the hoping of developing a lasting solution.

23-SEP-11·	Spotlight on lifestyle diseases
	Posted by | economic
	Lifestyle diseases will receive an urgent international focus as world leaders meet at the High Level United Nations General Assembly on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) conference in New York.

30-AUG-11·	Is political turmoil derailing BEE?
	Posted by | economic
	The negative effects of SA’s unstable political status has been evident throughout the country and at this time it is easy for businesses to go off track says Deon Oberholzer who reminds business leaders to stay focused on their long-term objectives which includes implementing BEE legislation.

30-AUG-11·	SA must be better poised to attract investment
	Posted by | economic
	If South Africa hopes to attract foreign investment it would need to sharpen its economic appeal by 'ensuring competitiveness and sound policy framework that is able to attract and support investment inflows' said Public Enterprises Minister Malusi Gigaba.

23-AUG-11·	Policy alone cannot solve economic crisis
	Posted by | economic
	Governor Gill Marcus admantly stated that the global economic crisis that South Africa and the world was facing could not be solved by monetary policy alone, while claiming that the South african economy had 'made a fragile and uneven recovery from the recession'.

11-AUG-11·	Global warming a threat to livelihoods
	Posted by | economic
	During a consultative dialogue on Women and Climate Change in Limpopo Minister, Maite Nkoana-Mashabane promised to make the role of women central to the climate change challenge as women 'are the propellers and carriers of development' she said.

10-AUG-11·	Men and women join against gender crimes
	Posted by | economic
	The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has called for men and women to play equal roles when it comes to dealing with issues such as gender based violence and human trafficking.

10-AUG-11·	Can Africa maintain its growth momentum?
	Posted by | economic
	This question was raised by Mutsa Chironga, who spoke at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB) on the McKinsey research paper entitled 'Lion’s on the Move: the progress and potential of African economies', highlighting the trends that have led to Africa's growth spurt.

01-AUG-11·	Changing SA through science
	Posted by | economic
	Innovators and senior researches could provide the solutions to the economic and social woes the country is facing but millions would need to be invested in science performing institutions and support schools to produce excellent students in mathematics and science subjects says Minister Naledi pandor.

27-JUL-11·	ACCA survey predicts increased instability
	Posted by | economic
	An ACCA survey shows that businesses are becoming increasingly unable to respond to the inflationary challenge through cost-cutting while decreasing investor confidence, high inflation and low investment combined with other negative trends could lead to further economic instability in the near future.

17-JUN-11·	Property developers size up Africa
	Posted by | economic
	Africa's economic potential has attracted global and local attention including South African property developers who are keeping an eye on the opportunities as well as the challenges that Africa's promising new postion presents.

06-JUN-11·	SA stands firm against global migration trends
	Posted by | economic
	Despite recent amendments to the Immigration Act which have impeded the ability of foreigners to find work in SA, labour migration is being seen as a means of relieving the global skills and talent shortage. But is this the answer to economic growth?

04-MAY-11·	World Economic Forum on Africa opens in Cape Town
	Posted by | economic
	"Shaping Africa’s Role in the New Reality" is the theme of the 21st World Economic Forum, opening at the International Conference Centre in Cape Town. Lead minister for WEF, Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan, explains that South Africa is now redefining its role, moving past and building on its reputation for a rich cultural heritage, the country is now emphasising achievements in the fields of science and technology, innovation and financial services.

09-MAR-11·	City of Johannesburg creates more than 150,000 jobs
	Posted by | economic
	Executive Director: Economic Development at the City of Joburg, Jason Ngobeni, says that Johannesburg has already been created more than 150,000 jobs, by making use of all the opportunities created by government’s Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) to grow employment through labour intensive projects. Unemployed matriculants, graduates, and ex-combatants are given a range of practical skills - and the city benefits.

04-MAR-11·	BBBEE ranking for Pioneer Foods
	Posted by | economic
	A comprehensive BBBEE strategy is an important business imperative to ensure a successful South Africa. “Although the concept has evolved from a narrow to a broad-based approach, the essence and ultimate goal is to afford Black South Africans entry into the economy, sharing the prosperity of the country,” says Lulu Khumalo.

01-MAR-11·	South African delegation on state visit to France
	Posted by | economic
	At the invitation of President Sarkozy, President Zuma is leading a senior ministerial and business delegation aimed at developing economic and political relations between the countries. During the visit the Presidents will sign a Framework agreement, which will develop bilateral relations via the creation of an economic forum, and an agreement for 1 billion Euros funding over three years from the French development agency.

06-FEB-11·	Economic transformation to top State of the Nation Address
	Posted by | economic
	Economic transformation and the delivery of basic services will feature highly in President Jacob Zuma's second State of the Nation Address (SONA). The President has a busy programme prior to the SONA, which will be held at 7pm in the evening of 10 February. This continues the trend started last year, which resulted in a far higher television viewership.

02-FEB-11·	Old BEE certificates no longer valid
	Posted by | economic
	Since the 31st of January 2011 BEE certificates that were issued by unaccredited verification agencies are no longer valid. The Department of Trade and Industry has now stated that only accredited BEE verification agencies can issue the certificates stating a company's BEE status. For Andile Tlhoaele of Inforcomm this is a victory for verification and credible empowerment.

26-JAN-11·	SA growth projections lower in 2011, 2012
	Posted by | economic
	The South African economy is projected to grow by 3.4 percent in 2011, down by 0.1 percent from previous projections, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said in it's World Economic Outlook report.

22-NOV-10·	Zuma returns from SADC Summit
	Posted by | economic
	President Zuma used the occasion of a SADC Summit to meet with the Zimbabwean delegation ahead of the summit. The South African delegation's attendance at the SADC conference demonstrates the SA committment to consolidating the African Agenda. Strengthening the SADC sub-regional economic bloc is seen as a vehicle to sustainable political and economic integration and development.

26-OCT-10·	SA sets course for new economic path
	Posted by | economic
	Poverty and unemployment are widely regarded by South Africans are critical problems. The trade union movement have been vociferous in calling for a more intervention from the State. On Tuesday 26 October 2010, it was announced that South Africa is to embark on new economic growth path that will aim to create more jobs and eradicate poverty.

22-OCT-10·	Motlanthe concludes SA-Syria economic and trade agreement
	Posted by | economic
	Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe has concluded a two-day working visit to the Syrian Arab Republic. The visit strengthened existing relations and and an agreements on economic and trade cooperation was signed. In addition, a protocol for cooperation has paved the way for exploration of cooperation in education, and a number of other area. For further details, click

10-SEP-10·	Skilled human resource key to economic growth
	Posted by | economic
	An educated and skilled human resource is a key lever for accelerating economic growth and human development, and the county’s current Human Resource Development Strategy (HRDS) was designed to complement a range of purposeful development interventions - says Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe .

27-JUL-10·	2010 growth forecast adjusted downwards
	Posted by | economic
	In its economic prospects statement, the Bureau for Economic Research (BER) estimates South Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will be adjusted downwards from 3.4 percent in April to 3.1 percent for 2010.

09-JUL-10·	Bilateral trade, political and economic discussions with Brazilian President
	Posted by | economic
	President Jacob Zuma will hold bilateral political, economic and trade discussions with his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who is is in the country for a state visit as well as to attend the FIFA World Cup.

07-JUL-10·	Growth outlook positive but economic recovery fragile and uneven
	Posted by | economic
	Recovery from the global financial crisis is fragile and uneven says Reserve Bank governor Gill Marcus.

02-JUL-10·	Gordhan counts World Cup benefits
	Posted by | economic
	As the FIFA World Cup draws to an end next weekend, the economic and social benefits created by the event will continue to benefit South African long after the visitors have left the country, says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.

25-JUN-10·	Zuma in Canada for G20 summit
	Posted by | economic
	President Jacob Zuma and Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan are in Canada for the G20 summit that will look at the state of the world’s economic affairs.

24-JUN-10·	Youth to lead country's economic transformation
	Posted by | economic
	The month of June marks the intrepid protests lead by youth 34 years ago for the right to a better education, an indelible act that catalysed the socio-political transformation of South Africa. Today’s youth, if armed with the better education their fore runners sought as well as with entrepreneurial skills, will lead the economic transformation of Southern Africa.

22-JUN-10·	Cape shows first signs of World Cup economic success
	Posted by | economic
	Initial surveys and research show that Cape Town restaurants, informal traders, hotels and shopping malls are experiencing better than usual business over the winter period, as foreign football fans are flocking to the city for the biggest soccer tourney.

20-JUN-10·	Zuma hails new housing projects
	Posted by | economic
	Government's new housing approach will go a long way in reversing the apartheid legacy in housing and social planning in South Africa, President Jacob Zuma said at the weekend.

02-JUN-10·	Eskom reports R3.6 billion profit
	Posted by | economic
	Power parastatal Eskom has shown a return to profitability, reporting a net profit of R3.6 billion in its reviewed preliminary annual results for the year ending 31 March.

02-JUN-10·	New vehicle sales grow in May
	Posted by | economic
	Aggregate industry sales at 39 176 units had registered an impressive improvement of 35,3 percent compared to the 28 952 vehicles sold during the corresponding month in 2009. See this report for more information on this exceptional revival.

23-MAY-10·	SA’s economic productivity continues to improve
	Posted by | economic
	Despite the impact of the global economic and financial crises last year, South Africa’s economic competitiveness has improved for two years in a row.

07-DEC-09·	More jobs likely to be lost - Zuma
	Posted by | economic
	President Jacob Zuma has warned that the impact of the economic crisis will continue to linger over South Africa. “Although the economy is beginning to grow again, the crisis is still with us, especially for the poor and the working poor. We may still lose more jobs before we turn the corner on job creation,” he said.

21-JUL-09·	How the economic downturn has affected an organisation’s greatest asset
	Posted by | economic
	Whether we like it or not, the current recession has affected us all. Apart from the widely covered trends such as retrenchments, layoffs or placing staff on short time, a few noticeable trends have emerged as a result of the current economic climate.

09-JUL-09·	G8 to discuss economic and climate issues
	Posted by | economic
	Leaders of the Group of Eight (G8) industrialised countries and five leading emerging economies (G5) began their meeting on Thursday to discuss economic issues, climate change, trade and other international affairs.

09-JUN-09·	Global economic crisis to dominate WEF
	Posted by | economic
	The World Economic Forum is set to take place from 10 to 12 June, with the theme “Implications of the Global Economic Crisis for Africa”. On the agenda is new leadership in South Africa and Zambia, 2010 Soccer, Continental Competitiveness and a new roadmap for Africa.

11-MAY-09·	Ebrahim Patel named Minister of Economic Development
	Posted by | economic
	Ebrahim Patel is the new Minister of Economic Development in Zuma's Cabinet. Patel has a long history of taking part in the struggle for democracy, was charged with high treason and joined other freedom fighters on Robben Island in 1986.

11-MAR-09·	Flexible workforce central to surviving economic slump
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa may have been cushioned from the initial blow of the global economic downturn, but many South African businesses are starting to feel the pinch. Kelly COO Gayleen Baxter advises a flexible workforce as a remedy for troubled times.

11-MAR-09·	Buckle up - the economic ride is rough
	Posted by | economic
	Consumer watchdog, the National Credit Regulator (NCR) as part of the Consumer Protection Forum which comprises of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), nine Provincial Consumer Affairs Directorates, Financial Services Board (FSB), the Council for Medical Aid Schemes, Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) and other regulators, has embarked on a campaign to educate consumers about their rights, where to get recourse and what steps to take in order to enforce these rights as part of celebrating consumer rights month during March.

22-FEB-09·	R10 billion to save SA jobs
	Posted by | economic
	Government is to pledge R10 billion over the next three years as part of an initiative to save jobs during the international economic crisis.

05-FEB-09·	SA should be optimistic about weathering economic crisis
	Posted by | economic
	While the International Monetary Fund has projected the worst economic prospects for 60 years and the International Labour Organisation projects 50 million job losses globally, South Africa will remain relatively unscathed by the global economic crisis.

29-JAN-09·	How to job search in tough economic times
	Posted by | economic
	Many employers are putting a hold on permanent recruitment, turning to flexi staff to staff up and down in accordance with their peak and off-peak periods – but, where does that leave candidates that are interested in finding a new, permanent job?

14-JAN-09·	Global slowdown favours 2-3% interest rate cut
	Posted by | economic
	The massive slowdown in the United States economy which led to over 2.6 million job cuts in the US in 2008 brought the global economy to its knees threatening local economic growth in South Africa ushering in possible interest rate cuts, writes Michael Appel.

09-DEC-08·	How to use economic recession to your advantage
	Posted by | economic
	A slowdown in economic growth provides an opportunity for companies to upgrade and implement new health and wellness programmes. According to Rubyfish Health Risk Solutions now is also the time for management to invest in their most valuable commodity – their employees.

03-DEC-08·	Cape Town wins prestigious ‘Best World City Award’
	Posted by | economic
	South African Tourism (SAT) announced that South Africa’s mother-city, Cape Town, has won the Telegraph Travel Award 2008, Best World City Award. Besides this prestigious award for one of the country’s cities best known for Table Mountain, great wines and the garden route, South Africa, also secured a place in the top three Best non-European Country category.

27-NOV-08·	2010 opens BPO, tourism opportunities for Gauteng
	Posted by | economic
	The Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), infrastructure and tourism are some of the opportunities presented by the 2010 FIFA World Cup. “In terms of business opportunities brought about by the 2010 FIFA World Cup, South African entrepreneurs can invest in infrastructure, particularly the maintenance of newly built structures, tourism and the BPO industry,” said Gauteng MEC for Finance and Economic Affairs, Mandla Nkomfe.

26-NOV-08·	Communities, companies and the state need to work together
	Posted by | economic
	The career advise is a challenge on its own. If we look at both scenarios, i.e. the shortage of skills and the passion of an individual, they are vitally important. Following a career that you do not have a passion of is a frustration for the individual and his surrounding.

20-NOV-08·	AsgiSA targets difficult but reachable - Mbete
	Posted by | economic
	With the current turbulence on international markets, achieving an economic growth of 4.5 percent up until 2009 is difficult but not unattainable, says Deputy President Baleka Mbete. Ms Mbete said: “We remain focussed on meeting our targets for the first period of the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative for South Africa [AsgiSA], namely to boost South Africa’s economic growth rate to at least 4.5 percent between 2005 and 2009.

10-NOV-08·	South Africa not training effectively to pull economy
	Posted by | economic
	Matric exams begin this week and finals are underway in universities, last year half of matriculants failed and companies report that many graduates have below par skills all of which poses challenges for business and one which not enough are rising to meet.

05-NOV-08·	COSATU on the Obama victory
	Posted by | economic
	The Congress of South African Trade Unions congratulates Barrack Obama on his historic victory in the USA Presidential election. It is an exceptional achievement for an African-American candidate to be voted into the highest office in the land by an electorate dominated by the descendents of those whose forefathers enslaved and disenfranchised black Americans.

29-OCT-08·	Where should our priorities lie
	Posted by | economic
	I agree, in these tough economic times we are all encouraged to focus less on ‘things’ and more on ‘people’. For example some ways of cutting costs include spending time with friends and family at home rather than going out for entertainment.

23-OCT-08·	African countries from single market
	Posted by | economic
	Leaders of the Tripartite Summit from 26 African countries belonging to the three regional economic blocs in the East and southern Africa resolved to merge the blocs into a single regional market.

22-OCT-08·	Budget policy statement a realist assessments of SA’s economy
	Posted by | economic
	“Busa agrees that, although the South African economy will not escape the impact of the serious slowdown in world economic growth, South Africa is in a relatively good position to handle the effects of the global financial turmoil,” said the organisation in a statement.

10-OCT-08·	SA interest rates anchored amid global turmoil
	Posted by | economic
	The current global economic turmoil has been cited as one of the reasons Reserve Bank Governor Tito Mboweni has left the repo rate unchanged at 12 percent. “The Monetary Policy Committee [MPC] considered recent developments in the South African economy and the risks to the inflation outlook against the backdrop of conditions prevailing in the international financial markets.

08-SEP-08·	SA making progress in providing ICT to rural areas - Mbeki
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa has made some progress regarding the provision of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to South Africans, especially those in rural areas, says President Thabo Mbeki.

08-SEP-08·	Learning the secrets of a congruent and healthy work life
	Posted by | economic
	Workplace stress and depression is on the rise with many people struggling to find true fulfilment from their careers. According to UCT Professor Kurt April and entrepreneur Nick Williams, the 21st century is ushering in a new way of thinking about our careers and how they can bring fulfilment to our lives – which is good news for both workers and employers.

27-AUG-08·	SA’s capital expenditure remains robust
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa's economy remains in good health despite a slowdown in consumer spending. This is according to the latest Nedbank capital expenditure report which states that 80 new investments, to the value of R336.1 billion, were announced for the first half of 2008, reports SouthAfrica.info.

05-AUG-08·	Leapfrog your career in property
	Posted by | economic
	Estate agents are amongst the group of professionals who are most vulnerable to changes in the economic cycle and many thousands who have been forced out of the industry by current tough times will attest to the fact that it’s not an easy job.

03-AUG-08·	SA economy creates two million jobs since 2002
	Posted by | economic
	Delivering a presentation at the Big Business Working Group, Finance Minister Trevor Manuel highlighted that the South African economy has created almost two million jobs since 2002.

28-JUL-08·	Developing countries must increase savings, investments
	Posted by | economic
	Developing countries, such as South Africa, need to increase savings and investments to mitigate the effects of a global economic slow down, says President Thabo Mbeki.

09-JUL-08·	Annual Women in Business conference to celebrate women
	Posted by | economic
	The UCT Graduate School of Business’ MBA class of 2008 will celebrate Women’s Day and the contributions of women to South African business and society with a star line up at its Women in Business conference this August.

05-JUL-08·	Should we be supporting the unions
	Posted by | economic
	I thought I was saving by joining a lift club, (since relocating would be too costly with the estate market as volatile as it is) but petrol has gone up so much that the Gautrain seems the sensible choice- God knows when it will be up and running.

01-JUL-08·	SA 'turning the corner on unemployment' :Mpahlwa
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa appears to be turning the corner on unemployment, says Minister of Trade and Industry Mandisi Mpahlwa, pointing to statistics showing a fall in unemployment as well as a steady rise in people's average incomes.

25-JUN-08·	Maintaining workforce wellness, is maintaining economic wealth
	Posted by | economic
	Research has shown that preventable illnesses account for between 40 and 65 percent of illness - and the associated costs of sick leave, absence from work etc. By improving the health of your employees health-related costs can be cut and productivity can be improved significantly. An upcoming conference will be outlining the ways this can be achieved.

09-JUN-08·	South Africa, Malawi to discuss bilateral trade
	Posted by | economic
	Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad will attend a two-day session of the South Africa/Malawi Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) this week to strengthen bilateral programmes of cooperation with Malawi.

22-APR-08·	Unions must protect workers against HIV/AIDS discrimination
	Posted by | economic
	Trade unions must ensure that their members are not discriminated against HIV and AIDS and that they benefit from the awareness programmes available, says Minister of Social Development, Zola Skweyiya.

26-FEB-08·	Fourth quarter GDP comes in at 5.3%
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa's fourth quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) continued with its upswing registering yet another increase of 5.3 percent.

07-FEB-08·	SA – Egypt strengthens economic and trade relations
	Posted by | economic
	Foreign Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma will depart from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to Cairo, Egypt

31-JAN-08·	Ford invests R1.5 billion in automotive sector
	Posted by | economic
	Auto giant Ford Motors announced a R1.5 billion investment to build a new line of bakkies in Pretoria and engines in Port Elizabeth

31-JAN-08·	Partnership needed to manage energy crisis
	Posted by | economic
	Addressing both houses of Parliament , the minister said South Africa's “unprecedented and unanticipated” economic growth was largely behind the current energy crisis being experienced by South Africa.

24-JAN-08·	WEF to talk African governance, stability
	Posted by | economic
	The annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland with sessions on African governance and stability planned for the week ahead.

21-JAN-08·	World Economic Forum Chair highlights Africa
	Posted by | economic
	Ahead of the annual World Economic Forum meeting, the current WEF chair has highlighted Africa’s development as among the issues to be addressed at the five day event

18-JAN-08·	Tips for Trevor
	Posted by | economic
	The National Treasury has invited all South Africans to send in their tips to Finance Minister Trevor Manuel on what they think should be included in his Budget Speech next month

15-JAN-08·	SA’s relations with global economic body “positive”
	Posted by | economic
	The relations between South Africa and the 30-member Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) are “extremely positive and moving fast.”

10-JAN-08·	Intl tax administrators meet in Cape Town
	Posted by | economic
	Finance Minister Trevor Manuel will open the first meeting of the Forum on Tax Administrators (FTA) to be held in Africa

08-JAN-08·	World must focus on poor in 2008
	Posted by | economic
	United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has stressed that 2008 should see a renewed determination to address the needs of the world’s poor who have been left behind by global economic growth.

27-NOV-07·	Africa to invest on integrated railway system
	Posted by | economic
	Africa must take its rightful place in the international trade sector by investing on integrated rail systems which will boost socio-economic development on the continent.

27-NOV-07·	Electricity 'master plan' for SA
	Posted by | economic
	With electricity supply in South Africa continuing to be tight as strong economic growth keeps up the pressure on demand, Cabinet has mandated four ministries to develop a Electricity Master Plan for the country, writes Shaun Benton.

20-NOV-07·	African Diaspora must share knowledge – Mbeki
	Posted by | economic
	President Thabo Mbeki has outlined the pressing need for Africa and Africans in the Diaspora to share knowledge and economic cooperation, in order to boost development

20-NOV-07·	Rising food, energy costs concern G20 - Manuel
	Posted by | economic
	Rising food and energy prices are expected to remain a key source of price pressures worldwide, which is of concern to the monetary authorities in the G20 member countries

20-NOV-07·	SA’s development scorecard VS Africa
	Posted by | economic
	In getting to grips with the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and development indicators, South Africa’s progress report in relation to the rest of its African neighbours has been released

15-NOV-07·	African economies grow faster, steadier
	Posted by | economic
	Many African economies appear to be on a path of faster and steadier economic growth, according to the World Bank’s Africa Development Indicators 2007.

12-NOV-07·	SADC to open Free Trade Area in 2008
	Posted by | economic
	The Southern African Development Community (SADC) says the region is ready to open the SADC Free Trade Area (FTA) next year as per the set milestones. SADC Council of Ministers Chairperson Kabinga Pande said this follows the review of progress towards the unveiling of the SADC FTA.

12-NOV-07·	Task team to improve SA - Cuba trade
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa and Cuba are to establish a task team to improve the trade relations between the two countries

09-NOV-07·	Skills development will empower communities
	Posted by | economic
	Previously disadvantaged groups will be empowered if government helps to develop local enterprises, says North West MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Darkie Africa

08-NOV-07·	Gauteng to promote soccer business industry
	Posted by | economic
	The Gauteng Economic Development Agency (GEDA) is to promote soccer as a business industry by finding ways to improve the sector in order to contribute to the Gross Domestic Product

06-NOV-07·	Busa Responds To The Doing Business Report
	Posted by | economic
	BUSA (Business Unity South Africa) has studied the Doing Business Report released by the World Bank. The report is particularly useful in assessing the regulatory burden faced by business in South Africa and enables South Africa to compare the competitiveness of our regulatory environment.

06-NOV-07·	New researcher development programme at HSRC
	Posted by | economic
	The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) has launched the Es'kia Mphahlele internship programme in commemoration of the international award-winning writer, teacher and tireless fighter for the revival of African consciousness.

01-NOV-07·	Protective fiscal policy gives SA bright horizon
	Posted by | economic
	A number of risks on the international horizon have contributed to a moderate slowdown on South Africa's economic growth rate projection, with the outlook “somewhat less positive” than it was in February, writes Shaun Benton.

31-OCT-07·	Govt to use national resources more efficiently
	Posted by | economic
	While South Africa's economy remains on a track towards higher growth, government is to focus on more productive and efficient use of national resources, in a bid to half unemployment and poverty by 2014.

31-OCT-07·	National income per person increases by 22%
	Posted by | economic
	South Africans currently have incomes that are on average and in real terms, about 22 percent higher per person than they were in 1999. Addressing the National Assembly on the 2007 Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on Tuesday, Finance Minister Trevor Manuel said these increases are seen across all income groups.

30-OCT-07·	Mbeki congratulates Argentina’s new female President
	Posted by | economic
	President Thabo Mbeki has congratulated Cristina Fernández de Kirchner on her historic election as the first female President of the Argentine Republic. A former senator of Buenos Aires, Ms Fernández, 54, is taking over the reigns from her husband Néstor Kirchner.

24-OCT-07·	World Cup will boost KZN economy
	Posted by | economic
	The 2010 FIFA World Cup will bring about unprecedented economic and social benefits and provide a rich legacy for generations to come, according to KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sbusiso Ndebele.

22-OCT-07·	Cape Town plans to be ideal cruise destination
	Posted by | economic
	The City of Cape Town is to be re-vamped as one of the best passenger-liner destinations worldwide. "The time could be ripe to re-establish Cape Town as one of the great passenger liner destinations of the world by promoting itself and the Southern African region as a base for destination cruises,” said Councillor Simon Grindrod, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic, Social Development and Tourism.

22-OCT-07·	IBSA leaders committed to uplifting poor countries
	Posted by | economic
	The second summit for the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) dialogue forum has resulted in renewed commitment from the three states towards helping poor and developing countries around the world, writes Sholain Govender.

15-OCT-07·	Australian airline to extend co-op with SAA
	Posted by | economic
	Australian airline Qantas Airways Ltd has applied to extend its code-sharing agreement with South Africa Airways on flights from Australia to the African nation.Qantas, which has had code-sharring arrangements with SAA since 2000, is seeking authorisation for a three-year agreement from Australia's International Air Services Commission (IASC).

15-OCT-07·	SA skills road-show a success in India
	Posted by | economic
	A high-level South African delegation has returned to the country after holding a successful skills road-show in India, where they showcased business opportunities available in South Africa.

09-OCT-07·	Aids epidemic: labour will become “dispensable”
	Posted by | economic
	If one had to liken the prevalence of HIV / Aids in South Africa to the seasons of the year, the country seems to be headed to a bleak winter of discontent. The signs were there for all to see, maintained Metropolitan chief executive Peter Boyle when he unpacked the group’s HIV and Aids scenarios at the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business recently.

05-OCT-07·	Deputy President opens SA-Sweden BNC
	Posted by | economic
	Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka has opened the fifth session of the South Africa - Sweden Bi-National Commission. Addressing the event in Stockholm Wednesday, the Deputy President committed South Africa to “continue consolidating people-to-people relations between South Africa and Sweden.”

03-OCT-07·	Deputy President to co-chair SA-Sweden BNC
	Posted by | economic
	Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka has departed for Sweden, where she is to co-chair the 5th session of the SA-Sweden Bi-National Commission. Through the , the two nations aim to strengthen and consolidate bilateral political, economic and trade relations.

27-SEP-07·	Reciprocal development central to SA-China bond
	Posted by | economic
	The relationship between the continental powerhouses, South Africa and China is one of mutual development, in contrast to one of political or industrial colonisation, writes Lavinia Mahlangu.

16-AUG-07·	Food, energy contribute to rates hike
	Posted by | economic
	Rising food and energy costs have been flagged as the main contributors to the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) decision to hike the repo rate by the expected 50 basis points to 10 percent. This is the highest level inflation has reached since September 2003.

03-AUG-07·	Growth expected in FET sector
	Posted by | economic
	As the impact of the recent teacher’s strike on matric results is still anxiously being debated and matric students frantically try to recoup lost weeks of study in the run-up to their final examinations

15-JUN-07·	WEF projects faster growth for Africa
	Posted by | economic
	Africa's economy will grow faster this year, but structural changes are still needed if it is to catch up with the rest of the world. The continent is expected to achieve economic growth of 6.2 percent in 2007, according to a report released by the World Economic Forum.

07-JUN-07·	Repo rate jumps 50 basis points
	Posted by | economic
	Indebted South Africans will need to curb their credit spending as the repo rate is now up by 50 basis points to 9.5 percent, as announced by Reserve Bank Governor Tito Mboweni.

28-MAY-07·	Small businesses must consider interest rates
	Posted by | economic
	Small and emerging businesses have been advised to consider fluctuating interest rates when applying for loans and to ensure their enterprises will generate enough income to help them service their debts.

28-MAY-07·	Continued stability forecast for interest rates
	Posted by | economic
	Ahead of June’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting, senior economists forecast that rates may remain stable, following restrained consumer spending and slower growth in credit extension amongst others.

11-MAY-07·	Govt sets out 10 economic priorities to reduce poverty by 2014
	Posted by | economic
	Government has set out ten economic priorities to meet the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa’s (AsgiSA’s) target to reduce poverty by 2014. The economic priorities, identified by Cabinet at its January lekgotla, are to form the bedrock of the programme of action of government's economic cluster over the next three years.

12-APR-07·	Presidents Mbeki and Chirac to discuss economic relations
	Posted by | economic
	President Thabo Mbeki will hold discussions with his French counterpart Jacques Chirac in Paris on Thursday, on issues including economic relations between the two nations. President Mbeki, who has been invited for consultations and to bid farewell to President Chirac ahead of the French presidential elections this month, is accompanied by Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad.

19-MAR-07·	SA-Russia talks to highlight Economy and Security Council
	Posted by | economic
	Economic trade as well as cooperation in the United Nations Security Council will be high on the agenda of a meeting between two top office bearers of South Africa and Russia's governments. South African Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka hosts her Russian counterpart Prime Minister Mikhail Fradkov on an official visit to South Africa.

12-FEB-07·	Govt identifies uranium as “strategic mineral” to secure nuclear energy supply
	Posted by | economic
	Government has identified uranium as a “strategic mineral” in securing nuclear energy supply in South Africa. Minister of Public Enterprises Alec Erwin has confirmed that nuclear energy will continue to form a central plank of government's energy strategy.

09-FEB-07·	SA needs determined drive to source goods locally
	Posted by | economic
	South Africa needs to increase its national capacity to produce capital goods as the expanding economy throws up major challenges,” said President Thabo Mbeki in his State of the Nation Address. He said the country needs to source many of the capital goods domestically in an effort to continue expanding the economy rather than importing them.

29-NOV-06·	SA on course to meet growth targets: Manuel
	Posted by | economic
	Finance Minister Trevor Manuel says South Africa is on course to meet its growth forecast of 4.4 per cent as set out in the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement last month.

15-NOV-06·	SA and EU consolidate cooperation
	Posted by | economic
	The European Union and South Africa have further consolidated their cooperation, agreeing to continue work on several strategic issues. The two adopted a joint statement in Belgium to advance their strategic partnership in the context of ensuring increased market and trade to mainly benefit South Africa in terms of economic growth.

30-OCT-06·	Longest period of sustained economic expansion for SA
	Posted by | economic
	Finance Minister Trevor Manuel was in bullish mood when he presented his Medium-term Budget Policy Statment: "South Africa is in the midst of its longest sustained economic expansion. Robust economic growth, supported by strong consumer spending and rising investor confidence, has created over one million jobs in the past three years."

04-OCT-06·	KZN, Cape women can revive textile sector: Mlambo-Ngcuka
	Posted by | economic
	Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka says women in the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal now have the opportunity to revive manufacturing industries in their provinces following the deal South Africa struck with China to reduce clothing quotas from that country.

06-SEP-06·	'Paradigm shift' needed on women’s economic role: Mlambo-Ngcuka
	Posted by | economic
	A "paradigm shift on the part of those who still have control of the economy” is needed to draw more women into economic activity, says Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka. She identified education as one of the most important elements in the empowerment of women in South Africa and calling for more to be done to advance women in business.

12-JUL-06·	Simplified BEE Codes on the horizon
	Posted by | economic
	The Department of Trade and Industry has reacted to concerns about the complexity of the Broad-Based BEE Codes of Good Practice and has promised to take action. This could see the language simplified and the number of indicators reduced.

05-JUL-06·	Economic cluster report back on Asgisa projects
	Posted by | economic
	Alec Erwin gave an update on the economic cluster of cabinet's activities in the last three months in support of the Asgisa programme. The full briefing is available here.

14-JUN-06·	Hirsch outlines Asgisa economic interventions to GSB audience
	Posted by | economic
	Focussing attention on growing several key sectors of the economy will be instrumental in helping South Africa to halve poverty and unemployment by 2014. President Mbeki's senior economic advisor Alan Hirsch explained the economic plans behind the Asgisa initiative during a presentation at the UCT GSB.

05-APR-06·	France boosts SA development projects
	Posted by | economic
	The French government will spend 400 million Euros (about R3 billion) on infrastructure and environmental development projects in South Africa, French Minister for Cooperation and Development Bridgette Girardin has announced.

02-NOV-05·	Engineers needed to stimulate delivery in municipalities
	Posted by | economic
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena says South Africa needs experienced engineers to help municipalities provide and maintain essential services as well as infrastructure.

02-NOV-05·	Business embrace government’s new economic strategy
	Posted by | economic
	Business representatives have endorsed government’s new economic strategy aimed at ensuring accelerated and shared economic growth.

02-NOV-05·	‘With a growing economy, we have proved detractors wrong’
	Posted by | economic
	With a vigorous economy experiencing an unprecedented upward growth swing, government has proved wrong the detractors who a few years ago warned that it was engaging in “fiscally irresponsible” economic policies, according to the Deputy President.

28-SEP-05·	Changes to tax laws can grow the economy
	Posted by | economic
	While the major nations of the world talk about dealing with poverty in Africa, can our country take action that will have an impact? Brian Moore suggests that changes to legislation for employers could go a long way towards lowering unemployment and moving towards a learning and growth environment.

07-SEP-05·	Growth is top of the President's agenda
	Posted by | economic
	A top level pow-wow between the President, Deputy President and business leaders has highlighted human resource development and SMME support as a priority for the country.

07-JUN-05·	Bafokeng IT firm buys BEE stake
	Posted by | economic
	A black empowerment company has acquired a 26.67 percent stake in AltX-listed software provider Alliance Data Corporation for R5.4 million.

07-MAR-05·	Madisha wants economic role for Cosatu
	Posted by | economic
	The Congress of SA Trade Unions has to intervene decisively in the government's economic strategy to create jobs, says Cosatu president Willie Madisha.

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