International News
Unctad says mixed foreign direct investment activity in 2024 shows shifting dynamics
By: Marleny Arnoldi 22nd January 2025 Foreign direct investment (FDI) globally grew by 11% to $1.4-trillion last year, but contracted by 8% when excluding flows through European conduit... →
Partnership between govt, business unblocking impediments to inclusive growth – Ramaphosa 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 20th January 2025 President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that government has reaffirmed its commitment to working with all social partners in pursuit of inclusive... →
World Bank says developing economies face toughest growth conditions since 2000
By: Marleny Arnoldi 17th January 2025 The World Bank’s latest ‘Global Economic Prospects’ report states that developing economies are projected to finish the first quarter with the... →
Princess Anne to visit South Africa
By: Thabi Shomolekae 17th January 2025 Thirteen years after her last visit, Britain’s Princess Anne will be in South Africa next week to unveil the Cape Town Labour Corps Memorial, in... →
SA welcomes Israel, Hamas ceasefire, EFF calls for Israel to account
By: Thabi Shomolekae 17th January 2025 South Africa said it has “noted with appreciation” the recently announced ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with Portfolio Committee on... →
Netanyahu says Israel-Hamas deal to pause Gaza war is approved
By: Bloomberg 17th January 2025 Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said an agreement with Hamas to pause the war in Gaza has been finalized, suggesting it’s on track to... →
Nigeria, US sign deal to return $52.88m in assets forfeited by ex-official
By: Reuters 10th January 2025 Nigeria and the United States have signed an agreement to repatriate about $52.88-million in assets forfeited by a former Nigerian oil minister and... →
Indonesia joins Brics bloc as full member, Brazil says
By: Reuters 7th January 2025 Indonesia will formally join Brics as a full member, Brazil's government said on Monday, further expanding the group of major emerging economies... →
