Dec 3, 2013
In contrast to the rest of the world’s sluggish progress, African economies stand out for their high rates of growth and the confidence they inspire. The 2013 edition of Mergermarket’s Deal Drivers Africa reports a total of 115 deals worth $26,6-billion taking place...
Nov 28, 2013
South African companies that import goods from other regions have come under increasing pressure over the last 10 years, as a result of continuous, steep increases in the petrol price. Since January 2004, the price of fuel in South Africa has increased by a massive...
Nov 28, 2013
Despite the global economic downturn in recent years, many outsourcing deals have been re-negotiated and extended. In many such cases the deals changed, in the sense that the commercial model was scrutinised and optimised to meet client objectives, says Dr Andrew...
Nov 26, 2013
As China enters a period of “second reform”, it will have a profound effect on the world’s economy, and the IT industry will have to change quickly to keep up. The Chinese government has revealed that by 2020, decisive achievements shall be made on reform in major...
Nov 1, 2013
The National Development Plan (NDP) aims to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality by 2030. The vision of the NDP is to create long-term growth and sustainability for South Africa, and in order to meet the 2030 deadline, the transformation begun by black economic...
