As South Africa prepares to host the sixth SA Investment Conference, government leaders and economists say global instability, including tension in the Middle East, unexpectedly boost the country’s appeal as a stable investment destination

When workers marched and criticised the macroeconomic direction under Minister Trevor Manuel, it was never about personalities. It was about policy. It was about defending jobs, state capacity and redistribution

Minerals Minister Gwede Mantashe says the country faces challenges in developing an effective system for exploration and mining licences

When airports are developed, so is the property surrounding them. The ‘city’ essentially grows around the new airport

The political transition is a good opportunity for greater transparency about how the government shapes the economy

Earlier this year, the ratings agency warned that a significant increase in the government’s debt-to-GDP ratio could knock its credit rating

Market participants must stay abreast of geopolitical developments such as conflicts when making trading decisions

The electricity minister said the delay in approving environmental assessments undermines investor confidence