Unions are right to blame Eskom’s former management – but it doesn’t help
POSTED ON: May 10, 2021 IN Economic policy, Employment, Energy, Infrastructure, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
Power shortages have been a major impediment to SA’s economic growth.
BLSA CEO’s letter 10 May
POSTED ON: IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Covid-19, Economic policy, Infrastructure, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
Energy policy reform is key to our economic recovery.
Businesses push to minimise impact of Covid-19
POSTED ON: May 7, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, Infrastructure by BLSA
By BLSA
Businesses across the country have responded with vigour and urgency to help address the economic impact of the Coronavirus.
Businesses inject funds to fight the pandemic
POSTED ON: May 5, 2021 IN Economic growth, Economic policy by BLSA
BLSA members have shown commitment by providing funding into health infrastructure, relief funds, PPE, technology, education and awareness campaigns in communities and workplaces.
SA’s energy expansion and the risk posed by tales of corruption
POSTED ON: May 4, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, Energy, Infrastructure, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
The procurement of additional and clean forms of power remains a priority as Eskom struggles to meet South Africa’s electricity demand.
Thumbs up to businesses for keeping communities safe
POSTED ON: May 3, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic policy by BLSA
By BLSA
We say thank you to businesses that champion the health and safety of our communities.
BLSA CEO’s letter – 03 May
POSTED ON: IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Economic policy, Energy, Infrastructure, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
It’s hard to quantify the economic cost of 15 years of energy insecurity in this country, writes @BusiMavuso2 in her weekly newsletter.
SARB’s control over inflation shows importance of institutional integrity
POSTED ON: April 27, 2021 IN Economic policy, Political economy by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
The story of our inflation rate speaks to more than just an economic data point: it highlights the importance of the independence of our institutions.
Better managing our public healthcare infrastructure is vital
POSTED ON: April 22, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, Energy, Infrastructure by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
When Covid-19 landed on our shores it was inevitable that the public sector healthcare infrastructure would be stretched beyond its capacity.
BLSA members at the forefront of education
POSTED ON: April 21, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic policy by BLSA
By BLSA
Our members continued to impart knowledge, and share tools to better equip our communities and empower government, businesses and civil society during the pandemic.