In an era when cynicism too often dominates public discourse and doubt easily overshadows progress, the facts speak volumes. South Africa is attracting capital, rebuilding…
Public banks – Development Bank of Southern Africa, African Development Bank and the New Development Bank – and the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority render women invisible…
The country must stand up to bullying from powerful states and form bonds, as an autonomous nation, with countries that share our values
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the uncertainty of the new trading regime had already harmed the country’s economy
China’s changing priorities towards funding African development through smaller projects show a possible willingness to adapt to African priorities and economic needs.
The state-owned company cannot continue relying on debt for operating cash and was at risk of not meeting repayments at the present rate
The new minister needs to involve young people as he sets out to cement the country’s position as a vocal advocate for human rights and international justice
China’s Xi Jinping, the leader of the biggest economy in the bloc, said the world is at a ‘critical juncture’ amid growing trade tensions
The New Development Bank pledges billions of dollars towards infrastructure development in South Africa. Implementing infrastructure development is one of the measures the…
The loan, which is repayable over five years at an interest rate of 1.1%, comes with various self-imposed conditions such cutting the public wage bill and rationalising support…
The International Monetary Fund has approved a $4.3-billion – R71-billion – loan to South Africa to bolster the economic relief package
Public-private partnerships and big infrastructure builds have been suggested as ways to boost South Africa’s flagging economy. Another option to consider is green bonds, which…
The finance minister has found money for the Covid crisis, but the cupboard is bare and he warns that a fiscal crisis is possible in 2024
The finance minister will cut departments’ allocations according to their cloth as one measure, and savings will have been made from underspend during the lockdown
The International Monetary Fund’s emergency funding is cheaper than other options and is low risk. The Reserve Bank creating money to finance government debt is a better option
Measures to contain Covid-19, including the lockdown, are costly and hurt the economy
The New Development Bank is facing questions about the transparency and fairness of its loans
The prospective rating agency is said to challenge the three pro-west dominant credit rating agencies Fitch, Moody’s and S&P global rating.
Funding and investments between Global South countries are seemingly positive, but also obscure, writes Jakkie Cilliers.
The recent G20 summit presented the Brics countries with an opportunity to fast-track plans for the establishment of a joint financial institution.
