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WEF calls for ‘constructive optimism’ amid global tensions 
By: Darren Parker 22nd January 2025 Addressing a gathering of global leaders on January 21, World Economic Forum (WEF) founder and chairperson Klaus Schwab called on the global... →
Sustainability disclosure for small and medium-sized enterprises in developing economies: Challenges and responses
22nd January 2025 To achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, governments worldwide have intensified their support for integrating sustainability into... →
SA’s economic growth not at optimum levels – Paul Mashatile 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 21st January 2025 Deputy President Paul Mashatile noted changes in the country’s economic patterns, but acknowledged that the pace of South Africa’s economic growth... →
ArcelorMittal: We will keep losing jobs unless we re-think our industrial policies
20th January 2025 The devastating announcement from ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) of 3 500 immediate job losses, with up to 100 000 more forecast across related... →
African countries need more PhD graduates but students are held back by a lack of money and support
17th January 2025 Over the past 15 years there’s been an increasing demand from within and outside the higher education sector for African countries to produce more... →
B20 South Africa delegation to emphasise collaboration to tackle global challenges at WEF meeting
By: Schalk Burger 16th January 2025 A delegation from B20 South Africa will attend the upcoming World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting, in Davos, Switzerland, led by B20 South... →
Godongwana notes importance of collaboration as South Africa seeks international support at WEF
By: Marleny Arnoldi 16th January 2025 Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has emphasised the importance of collaboration between business and government as South Africa has an opportunity... →
Despite rising conflict, Africa’s peace parks can promote development
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 16th January 2025 Inclusive conservation in both stable and conflict regions should be considered in economic and development planning. Protecting Africa’s wildlife... →
