Tough times for African equities Published by Andrew Lapping on 7 February 2017 Falling African equity prices and valuations over the past 30 months have laid the groundwork for better returns ahead.
Unleashing Zimbabwe’s tourism potential Published by Otavio Veras on 2 February 2017 Zimbabwe can become a major destination for international travellers from around the world. And, in the process, grow its economy.
South Africa’s growth outlook set to improve – Old Mutual Published by Kate Douglas on 31 October 2016 The effects of load shedding, high food prices, and drought will start to wear off.
Fact-check: Is Africa’s entire GDP equal to that of France? Published by Lee Mwiti on 25 October 2016 Could the gross domestic product in Africa, a continent of 55 recognised states, be only as much as that of one country?
South Africa: Downgrade fears reignited Published by Dave Mohr and Izak Odendaal on 17 October 2016 It was a rough week for South Africans.
Can Africa defuse its demographic time-bomb? Published by Roberto Crotti on 11 October 2016 African economies need to increase their levels of productivity and competitiveness.
Africa’s economic growth continues to falter, yet some countries show signs of resilience Published by World Bank on 3 October 2016 Economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa is expected to fall to 1.6% in 2016, the lowest level in over two decades.
From muddling to miracle: The path to maintaining South Africa’s credit rating Published by Adrian Saville on 29 September 2016 There are essentially two issues that the ratings agencies are looking at when reaching a sovereign rating decision on South Africa.
The slow road to recovery for South Africa’s economy Published by Dave Mohr and Izak Odendaal on 12 September 2016 Looking ahead, the key factors that will determine the extent of the recovery are the direction of the rand, with its important influence on inflation, interest rates and general sentiment.
Untapped intra-regional trade opportunities key to boosting African economies Published by Staff Writer on 1 September 2016 Despite an average annual growth in exports of 8.5% since 2010, trade between African regions remains low when compared to other parts of the world.
From ‘Africa rising’ to ‘multispeed Africa’ Published by Martyn Davies on 23 August 2016 Is the ‘Africa rising’ narrative dead? Is the continent merely reverting to the pre-commodity boom trend? Not quite.
Africa after Brexit Published by Amelia Tan on 16 August 2016 It’s probably premature to press the panic button.
Incorrect calculations behind latest shuffle in Africa’s GDP ranking Published by Christie Viljoen on 12 August 2016 Calculations behind recent reports that South Africa has overtaken Nigeria as Africa’s largest economy are incorrect, states KPMG.
Despite headwinds, Africa’s economy is still strong – AfDB Published by John Mbu on 8 August 2016 Being the second-fastest growing region in the world, why then are some analysts pointing to an impending economic crisis in Africa?