Emerging & Frontier Markets
Unfazed, South African Banks Expand
South African banks are expected to soar above the country’s economic challenges, capitalizing on robust capital outlays, diverse investment, and...
South Africa
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Economics, Policy & Regulation
Six New Members Join BRICS
A big dream for the BRICS bloc is creating a common currency to counter the US dollar.
Supplement
South Africa: Unemployment Rises Despite Growth
South Africa faces the conundrum of widening income disparities even in times of rising growth.
News
South Africa: New Finance Minister Steps Up
Godongwana is a close political ally of President Cyril Ramaphosa and an African National Congressheavyweight who cut his teeth in the labor union movement.
Features
Orange Prepares Africa Expansion
French telco giant consolidates its African holdings to prepare the way for further expansion.
News
Old Guard Recalled To Action
South Africa's flailing government calls on old hands to right the ship.
News
Drought Squeezes South African Economy; Land Policy Erodes Confidence
South Africa's woes deepen.
Features
Mobile’s Last Barriers
Sub-Saharan Africa is already light years ahead of the rest of the world in advancing mobile banking. Now, governments are pressing for more cross-system compatibility.
News
Markets Cheer Change in Pretoria
The rand and South African stocks rallied on the news of Zuma's removal as the republic's president, but challenges remain for his successor.