R2.2-trillion in exports: A look at the oldest customs union in the world
“The world’s oldest customs union has evolved with the times and is a far cry from the 1910 agreement which saw South Africa, the dominant economy, solely responsible for tariff management, and revenue administration and distribution.”
Fair Pay Bill: What your business needs to know
“For businesses, greater transparency could offer several advantages. Clearly communicating salary ranges may help attract candidates whose expectations align with the available budget, reducing lengthy negotiations and improving recruitment efficiency. “
Why the government has turned to PPPs to clear the infrastructure backlog
While South Africa’s own foray into PPS began in the late 90s, it is only in recent times that they have been seen as one of the most viable financing solutions to the state’s problems.
How leaders can build a culture of mental wellbeing
We often measure business success by productivity, profitability and growth. We rarely ask whether the people delivering those results are quietly paying the price.
The opportunity for economic inclusion through the evolution of the B-BBEE landscape
he gravitation towards Broad-Based BEE proved that fundamental transformation of the patterns of ownership of the mainstream of the country’s economy was necessary.
What you need to know about tax-free savings
One of the most effective tools available to South Africans is the Tax-Free Savings Account, a government-backed initiative designed to encourage a culture of saving while allowing investors to keep more of their returns.
Inclusive growth requires more than compliance to address inequalities in South Africa
For many organisations, transformation has become synonymous with scorecards, targets and regulatory reporting. These remain important mechanisms for accountability, but they were never intended to define transformation itself.
How Rassie Erasmus found strength in diversity
“What Rassie seems to understand that others before him have not is that a pure quota system at the top level has failed to transform the game because it focuses on the end-goal instead of the pathway the players come through.”
The journey to the Fitch upgrade
“The constraints facing the country are significant: Low real GDP growth, high poverty and inequality, high debt to GDP and more. Yet Fitch Ratings sees the government’s debt structure as favourable, with a “credible” monetary policy framework and strong institutions.”
Will AI replace universities?
The AI era requires university leadership to rethink longstanding assumptions about learning, assessment and institutional relevance.