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Is B-bBEE Working?

A change in thinking is needed to make empowerment more than just a box-ticking exercise. Jermaine Craig reports.

The Even Greater Depression

With South Africa’s economy heading towards its worst depression in more than a century, the COVID-19 economic crisis has presented the opportunity for a new social compact, reports Duma Gqubule.

Key Considerations To Unlocking Mining’s Potential

Whatever form a post-COVID-19 recovery takes, it won’t change the basic requirements of a thriving mining sector.

Life After COVID-19: Which Sectors Are Set To Thrive In Africa?

In the wake of COVID-19, Africa has the chance to transform what much of the world sees as insurmountable challenges into monumental opportunities.” – Christopher OH Williams, president of African Leadership University.

Key Challenges

The logistics industry plays a key role in facilitating global trade in an increasingly globalised world. Caryn Gootkin looks at the challenges businesses in this industry must overcome this year.

They’re At Work, But Are They Safe?

Protecting those who keep the economy fluid.

Pandemic Pressure

Miners taking the hit.

Living On A Prayer

Covid-19 adds to construction industry woes.

Property Review: Lighter Side Of Industrial Property Showing Returns

Many businesses operating in South Africa are cautiously optimistic for what is in store for the remainder of this year.

Minerals Council On Restoring SA’s Economy

Minerals Council President reflects on the urgent measures needed to restore South Africa’s economy.

True Grit

Tenacious entrepreneurs make their mark.

Economy In 2020

Concerns over global economic growth and metals demand.

Funding Empowerment

The slowdown in B-bBEE deals due to a poor economy and regulatory policies has led to empowerment fatigue and a paucity of funding, writes Duma Gqubule.

BMF Economy

Business confidence is flagging fast as the economy rapidly approaches crisis point, writes Duma Gqubule.

Minerals Council South Africa On The Country’s Economic Crisis

Minerals Council South Africa calls for urgent steps by government to address the country’s economic crisis

On The Rise: A New Breed Of Construction Companies

With the demise of some of South Africa’s top construction industry players comes the rise of a new round of market entrants – mid-tier and smaller participants – who are climbing the ranks.

The Bigger Picture

Beth Amato takes a look at the impact of franchising on the South African economy.

South Africa’s Greatest Shame

The ever-increasing rate of unemployment in post-democratic South Africa is both alarming and discouraging. Is there a solution? Asks Caiphus Kgosana.

MCSA Welcomes Mboweni’s 2019 Budget

The Minerals Council South Africa (MCSA) has welcomed finance minister, Tito Mboweni’s recently delivered budget speech, despite the extremely difficult financial challenges that South Africa faces.

CDE Ranks Among UK’s Fastest Growing Companies

CDE Global, an industry-leading solutions provider, was recently placed 169th in the 10th annual Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200.