Business & Economy
South Africa's Government Expands Special Economic Zones as Core Industrial Policy Tool
Government signals renewed regulatory focus on SEZ performance and expanded geographic footprint
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Business & Economy
South Africa's Central Bank Weighs Rate Hike as Inflation Exceeds Expectations
Central bank faces decision on monetary tightening as inflation data reshapes policy outlook
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Central Bank's Rate Hold Sparks Rand Slide to Four-Month Low
Unexpected policy pause triggers currency depreciation amid broader market pressures.
Business & Economy
South Africa's VC Returns Match Global Standards, Study Finds
Research documents strong exit performance and economic impact across South Africa's venture ecosystem.
Business & Economy
South Africa Touts Economic Zones as Investment Vehicle at International Conference
Government convenes conference to assess SEZ governance and investment performance
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South Africa's Economic Recovery Stalls Amid Global Shocks; Midyear Assessment Shows Persi
Policy uncertainty and external shocks threaten investment and growth targets.
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Trade Officials Chart Path to Remove Namibia Commerce Barriers
South Africa and Namibia convene bilateral forum to address trade barriers and strengthen regional commerce.
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South Africa's Gen Z Faces Savings Crisis as Economic Pressures Erode Financial Plans
Young workers withdraw savings to cover daily costs as income growth stalls.
Business & Economy
France Commits 1.1 Billion Euros to South Africa as Nations Expand Strategic Partnership
Bilateral agreements on nuclear energy, transport and mobility advance institutional cooperation framework.
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EU, South Africa Launch Formal Trade Governance Framework Talks
Senior officials establish formal coordination channels for clean energy and investment cooperation.