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Economy

The panic behind Botswana’s big, sparkly diamond show
Africa
/ 4 September 2024

The panic behind Botswana’s big, sparkly diamond show

Diamonds account for 30% of the country’s economy, but lab-grown gems mean less demand for ones dug out of the soil

By Keletso Thobega
Growing the digital platforms sector could boost the economy significantly, study shows
Business
/ 31 August 2024

Growing the digital platforms sector could boost the economy significantly, study shows

The study published by Naspers says problems with infrastructure, access, costs and regulations are slowing South Africa’s progress towards digital transformation

By Aarti Bhana
South Africa’s avocado export agreement with Japan could boost economy
Business
/ 27 August 2024

South Africa’s avocado export agreement with Japan could boost economy

Recent export agreements with Asian countries are a balm for South Africa, after Botswana and Namibia’s ban on the country’s citrus.

By Aarti Bhana
Aviation can give wings to Africa’s economy
Opinion
/ 31 July 2024

Aviation can give wings to Africa’s economy

The continent will make significant gains by fast-tracking this sector through investment and skills development

By Rudi Kimmie and Nyashadzashe Chiwawa
International conditions are driving up local olive oil prices
Business
/ 25 July 2024

International conditions are driving up local olive oil prices

South Africa imports more than 60% of its olive oil supplies from Europe where climate conditions are worsening

By Aarti Bhana
Reserve Bank widely expected to hold interest rates this week
Business
/ 16 July 2024

Reserve Bank widely expected to hold interest rates this week

Consumer inflation remains sticky above the 4.5% midpoint of the central bank’s target range

By Aarti Bhana
The appetite for food delivery services in townships is growing
National
/ 6 July 2024

The appetite for food delivery services in townships is growing

The big players have launched township e-commerce initiatives but existing businesses already have a good handle on the space

By Aarti Bhana
The Malawi we hoped for wasn’t delivered in 2020
Opinion
/ 4 July 2024

The Malawi we hoped for wasn’t delivered in 2020

The next elections are due in September 2025, but will the next government enable the country to overcome its economic hardships?

By Tsogololathu Itaye
East Africa’s growth projected to grow by 5% in 2024
Opinion
/ 2 July 2024

East Africa’s growth projected to grow by 5% in 2024

The region has also seen an increase in its contribution to the continent’s broader economic growth

By Hasan Khan
No silver bullet solution, Takealot boss says as Chinese retailers penetrate local space
Business
/ 30 June 2024

No silver bullet solution, Takealot boss says as Chinese retailers penetrate local space

The company has welcomed the removal of concessions that will make it more expensive to buy apparel from international online retailers such as China’s Shein and Temu

By Aarti Bhana
Business confidence dips on the back policy uncertainty
Business
/ 11 June 2024

Business confidence dips on the back policy uncertainty

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s business confidence index fell in April and May, ahead of the elections, snapping a rally that dated back to November 2023

By Aarti Bhana
Racial redress is essential for inclusive development
Opinion
/ 14 May 2024

Racial redress is essential for inclusive development

It must be embedded in policies and strategies that restructure the economy

By Khwezi Mabasa
Is social security spending too high?
Opinion
/ 3 May 2024

Is social security spending too high?

The country needs a universal basic income for adults and children to boost economic recovery and growth and reduce inequality

By Nomahlubi Jakuja
SA fails to unleash economic revitalisation power of SMMEs
Opinion
/ 24 April 2024

SA fails to unleash economic revitalisation power of SMMEs

Through targeted policies, awareness campaigns and collaborative efforts, we can harness small, medium and micro enterprises’ dynamism and pave the way for a more inclusive and resilient economic future

By Maphefo Sipula
Service exports an avenue for SA’s longer-term economic growth
Opinion
/ 24 April 2024

Service exports an avenue for SA’s longer-term economic growth

The country can grow its commercial services offerings, particularly business, financial, intellectual property, telecommunication, computer and information services, and insurance and pension services

By James Maposa
Agricultural machinery sales down
Opinion
/ 22 April 2024

Agricultural machinery sales down

This reflects a moderation of sales after excellent sales figures in 2022. But higher interest rates and a poor 2023-24 summer crop add pressure to farmers’ finances

By Wandile Sihlobo
Struggling mining sector likely to see more job losses
Business
/ 22 April 2024

Struggling mining sector likely to see more job losses

Among the companies that have announced staff cuts are Anglo American and Sibanye Stillwater

By Anathi Madubela
Invest in megaprojects and economic diversification to overcome economic gloom
Opinion
/ 9 April 2024

Invest in megaprojects and economic diversification to overcome economic gloom

Public, private partnerships and adopting advanced technology will help in this regard

By James Maposa
Austerity measures will rein in South Africa’s growing debt
Article
/ 12 March 2024

Austerity measures will rein in South Africa’s growing debt

Accumulated gross debt is expected to stabilise at R6.2 trillion or 74% of GDP by 2026. The annual cost of servicing this deb in that year will be R440 billion

By Eddie Rakabe
Thousands of Nigerians protest over soaring costs
Africa
/ 2 March 2024

Thousands of Nigerians protest over soaring costs

As inflation skyrockets, many poor Nigerians have had to skip meals and give up products such as meat, eggs and milk

By Agence France Presse
Report urges state to cut BEE premium to reduce VAT
Business
/ 2 March 2024

Report urges state to cut BEE premium to reduce VAT

A report suggests that government could save R150 billion in wasteful expenditure if it stopped overpaying its contractors

By Lyse Comins
SA has made progress towards social justice, but more needs to be done
Opinion
/ 20 February 2024

SA has made progress towards social justice, but more needs to be done

We may feel overwhelmed by a multitude of problems, with statistics that alarm us, but positive trends are emerging

By Ronelle Burger and Mandy Pearson
How public influence over economic matters is eroded
Opinion
/ 19 February 2024

How public influence over economic matters is eroded

The experience of Chile’s Salvador Allende illustrates how the private sphere and superpowers control investment and natural resource exploitation

By Siyabonga Hadebe
Embed inclusivity to address problems affecting African economies
Opinion
/ 13 February 2024

Embed inclusivity to address problems affecting African economies

Geopolitical concerns, climate shocks, high living costs and interest rates, tight global financial conditions and soft commodity prices weigh on the region’s growth outlook

By Deon Raju
Has China’s economy peaked?
Opinion
/ 29 January 2024

Has China’s economy peaked?

China’s contribution to world economic growth surpasses that of the Americas, Europe and Japan combined, according to the World Bank

By Imran Khalid
South Africa’s trade balance is thinning and in need of urgent resolve
Thought Leader
/ 5 January 2024

South Africa’s trade balance is thinning and in need of urgent resolve

The country must explore various possibilities in order to remain a net exporter

By James Maposa
ANC’s 30th anniversary: Learning from National Party’s lessons
Politics
/ 26 December 2023

ANC’s 30th anniversary: Learning from National Party’s lessons

Thirty years into its rule, the NP faced the reality of its demise. The ANC faces a similar reality

By Ron Derby
Many ethical hurdles to overcome in managing global population growth
Opinion
/ 29 November 2023

Many ethical hurdles to overcome in managing global population growth

Steering more than a billion people away from absolute poverty is not straightforward

By Motsamai Molefe
Africa in the next decade is not a singular story
Opinion
/ 3 November 2023

Africa in the next decade is not a singular story

The old trade winds are blowing again and we must take notice, writes editor-in-chief Ron Derby

By Ron Derby
Africa’s better future
Editorial
/ 3 November 2023

Africa’s better future

The world is changing and alliances shifting which presents opportunities for the continent if the citizenry is engaged

By Editorial
The Fiscal Cliff | Is South Africa nearing a debt crisis?
Opinion
/ 29 October 2023

The Fiscal Cliff | Is South Africa nearing a debt crisis?

The real issue is that the February 2023 budget was the least credible assessment of the country’s finances since 1994

By Duma Gqubule
Zambia’s economy is controlled by foreigners
Thought Leader
/ 27 October 2023

Zambia’s economy is controlled by foreigners

After nearly six decades of independence the need for real change in the country hasn’t diminished

By Aaron Ng’ambi
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