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A mixed bag for Middle Eastern and African FDI in 2018
Project numbers and capital investment increased in MEA in 2018, although results were uneven on an individual basis.
South African Reserve Bank governor champions open trade and tourism
South African Reserve Bank governor Lesetja Kganyago says moves to increase tourism and reduce inflation should strengthen the country's economy. He talks to Adrienne Klasa.
All eyes on South Africa as Zuma resigns presidency
The resignation of Jacob Zuma and election of Cyril Ramaphosa to South Africa’s presidency has largely been welcomed in global markets. But how will Mr Ramaphosa mend the country's sputtering economy?
South Africa and the EU: a mutually beneficial partnership
South Africa’s strategic partnership with the EU helps spur investment, innovation and job creation. Paolo Borzatta of think tank The European House-Ambrosetti and Stavros Nicolaou of pharmaceutical company Aspen discuss how both parties can strengthen economic relations and foster social innovation.
Zuma survives no-confidence vote amid corruption scandals
South Africa's president, Jacob Zuma, has survived a no confidence vote in the country National Assembly. However, the country is still reeling from a wave of high-profile corruption and malpractice scandals.
SA credit rating cut to ‘junk’ status
South Africa has suffered a downgrade by rating agency S&P in the light of political uncertainty and high government borrowing. Timothy Conley reports.
Paramount Group’s tailored solutions drive African defence industry
Stability is fundamental to any country aiming to attract investment, according to Ivor Ichikowitz, CEO of South Africa’s Paramount Group, which offers everything from systems technology to fighter pilot training. He tells Natasha Turak how aerospace and defence act as hi-tech incubators and drive the continent’s industrial development.
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