Treasury has some space to support businesses and workers
POSTED ON: July 5, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Employment by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
The state should consider providing further social support for the vast majority of South Africans who aren’t as shielded from the economic strain caused by these unavoidable lockdowns.
BLSA CEO’s weekly letter – 5 July 2021
POSTED ON: IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Unemployment by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
The business sector is a national asset. Government needs to work with it to ensure it is not unnecessarily damaged.
BLSA CEO’s weekly letter 28 June 2021
POSTED ON: June 28, 2021 IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Covid-19 by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
I agree with the president that the measures taken reflect strong efforts to minimise the impact on the economy, with most businesses able to continue at full capacity.
CEO’s weekly 21 June 2021
POSTED ON: June 21, 2021 IN BLSA CEO's Weekly by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
Last week South African business lost one of its giants. Jabu Mabuza helped business find its voice at the height of state capture.
Media statement: Big business mourns the loss of Dr Jabu Mabuza
POSTED ON: June 16, 2021 IN Covid-19 by Admin
It is with deep sadness and sorrow that BLSA learnt of the passing of its former Chairperson, Dr Jabu Mabuza. He passed away earlier this evening following complications due to Covid-19.
BLSA CEO’s letter 7 June 2021
POSTED ON: June 7, 2021 IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Economic growth by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
One area the economic reconstruction and recovery plan is clear on is energy security. As our economy reels from more devastating load-shedding, the urgency of this is ever more apparent.
Economic reform is for all spheres of society
POSTED ON: May 25, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Energy, Infrastructure, Rating agencies, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi
S&P Global Ratings’ decision to leave SA’s rating unchanged is a welcome relief
State must be open about restrictions as third wave looms
POSTED ON: May 18, 2021 IN Economic policy, Employment, small business by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
Growing evidence that a third wave of Covid infections is imminent has dampened the optimism of SA entering the second phase of its vaccination rollout this week.
Collapsing municipalities could be the final nail in Eskom’s coffin
POSTED ON: May 17, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Energy, Infrastructure, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
Eskom’s problems are a result of a cocktail of factors.
BLSA CEO’s letter 17 May
POSTED ON: IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Covid-19, Economic policy by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
Concerns grow over a possible third wave.
