South African townships are too often described through the language of deficit, characterised by informality, poverty, … Township Economies Are Not Informal Problems – They Are Growth OpportunitiesRead more
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Get ready for a bumpy ride ahead – VAT increase, stealth tax and rising electricity prices
South Africans are about to face several financial challenges in the coming months as taxes and … Get ready for a bumpy ride ahead – VAT increase, stealth tax and rising electricity pricesRead more
Tough times ahead: Some useful money-saving tips
It takes a no-brainer to realize that South African citizens have a poor savings culture. A … Tough times ahead: Some useful money-saving tipsRead more
Rand Manipulation: Some Far-Reaching Currency Impacts
Without getting into the facts of the matter, currency manipulation has far-reaching effects on the major … Rand Manipulation: Some Far-Reaching Currency ImpactsRead more
The economy-wide effects of higher petrol prices
The Automobile Association of South Africa recently announced an increase in petroleum prices, citing the combination … The economy-wide effects of higher petrol pricesRead more
A Dialogue with Young Business Leaders – Meet Tlou, Dineo and Sithembiso
How did you generate your business concept? I was inspired by an article I read on … A Dialogue with Young Business Leaders – Meet Tlou, Dineo and SithembisoRead more
How Does A Reduction in the Repo Rate Affect You?
When the Repurchase rate (hereafter – repo rate) is reduced, individuals and firms who hold or … How Does A Reduction in the Repo Rate Affect You?Read more