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How does SA benefit from a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris win?
As Americans gear up to vote in the November 5 elections, an economist breaks down what a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris administration could look like for South Africa.
US elections: What does a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris win mean for South Africa?
As Americans gear up to vote in the November 5 elections, an economist breaks down what a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris administration could look like for South Africa.
BRICS Summit highlights ‘Twilight of US Hegemony’, marks ‘official launch of Multipolar World Order’
Thursday marked the fourth and final day of the 16th Summit of the BRICS bloc, held this year in Kazan, Russia.
What to expect on Day 3 of the 2024 BRICS Summit
A brief overview of Day 2’s events at the 2024 BRICS Summit and what you can expect from the third and final day.
BRICS Summit adopts final declaration with long-term goals - Putin
The BRICS summit has adopted a final declaration that contains general assessments of the state of affairs in the world, as well as goals for the long term.
BRICS provides alternative funding, diplomacy options for developing countries, says expert
BRICS has provided more funding options to support development in emerging economies and strengthened the voices of the Global South in international relations, said a South African expert
Experts weigh in as South Africa expects an interest rate cut today
A number of experts and economists have made prediction on whether the Reserve Bank will cut interest rates today.
Brazil's central bank hikes interest rate for first time in two years
Brazil's central bank on Wednesday announced its first interest rate hike in two years, raising the benchmark lending rate to 10. 75 percent even as the US Federal Reserve decided to lower borrowing costs.
South Africa’s minimum wage earners struggle amid high costs of living
“I thought having a job would bring financial stability, but, it has brought nothing but a constant struggle to make ends meet,” said Mukwebo.
The hidden key to the budget
Will the finance minister realise in time that supercharging the SMME sector is the answer to the problems he faces?
Jargon buster: Financial phrases simplified
Follow our weekly jargon buster to help you understand a word or phrase you might not know.
China’s GDP expands 5. 2 percent in 2023, surpassing annual target
China’s manufacturing sector has continued to provide strong support for the country's steady economic growth and structural reform.
China plays active and constructive role in international affairs and fosters a new global system
OPINION: As China vows to be more open, African countries should be on the lookout for trade and investment opportunities coming from the Asian giant, writes David Monyae.
SACP unveils robust political strategy against neoliberalism ahead of 2024 elections
The SACP also called for the end to both the legacy of racial oppression and its continuing practices of racism.
Crime costs South Africa at least 10% of the country’s GDP - World Bank report
While the government has put fighting crime at the forefront of its policy priorities, the study underscored the need for multi-faceted actions.
US Congress to decide on AGOA extension after 20th AGOA Forum wraps up discussions
While some leaders asked for Agoa to be permanent, President Cyril Ramaphosa said a “sufficiently lengthy” extension of Agoa would help strengthen trade and investment.
Unlocking Africa's economic potential: Ndabeni-Abrahams says Agoa empowers SMMEs and fuels job growth
Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry in Ghana, Nana Dokua Asiamah Adjei agreed that a sufficiently lengthy extension of the Agoa would help Africa reach its full capacity.
‘US is all in on Africa’, as Ramaphosa throws his weight behind early and 'sufficiently lengthy’ renewal of Agoa
United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai reaffirmed the US commitment to partner with Africa.
EFF urges African economies to diversify markets amidst AGOA Summit, emphasising sovereignty and rejecting American imperialism
The EFF called on African countries to reject the political conditionality and foreign policy ‘manipulation’ that comes with AGOA.
Africa’s trade ministers urged to embrace Agoa extension for economic growth in Africa
The commissioner for Trade and Industry of the African Union Commission, Ambassador Albert Muchanga addressed trade ministers and delegates from Africa on Thursday.
USA-Africa trade deal talks set to take centre stage in Joburg as AGOA Forum begins
AGOA provides duty-free access to the U. S. market for most agricultural and manufactured products exported by eligible African countries. It has been renewed twice and is due to expire in September 2025.
Opposition parties left fearful of South Africa’s future after Godongwana’s ‘bleak’ mini-budget
Opposition parties say Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s MTBPS failed to present a vision or pathway to get through the economic crisis.
EFF rejects government budget cuts, labels it nonsensical
The EFF said Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana did not propose any tangible plans to support measures to grow the economy.
DA says Godongwana’s budget reflects a government that does not care
The DA’s Shadow Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament, Dr Dion George, said the MTBPS was clearly a budget for the ANC that did not care for the people of South Africa.
Minister Patel: 20th Agoa Forum to boost trade links between South Africa, Africa, and the USA
In a media briefing at the Maslow Hotel in Sandton on Thursday, Minister Ebrahim Patel said they were looking to redefine Africa’s role in the world by expanding its value-added trade to the world market.