Businesses’ strong resolve to address new crisis, new problems
POSTED ON: July 23, 2021 IN Infrastructure, Political economy, small business by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
It’s important that the South African government follow through on plans that are going to be developed following the recent unrest to ensure investment in SA continues.
Covid-19 exposed our inequalities, the protests just deepened them
POSTED ON: July 20, 2021 IN Political economy, small business by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
The implications for rural and township economies, where the bulk of the damage was incurred due to recent unrest, looting and destruction to property, will be far reaching.
BLSA CEO’s weekly letter – 12 July 2021
POSTED ON: July 12, 2021 IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Covid-19, small business, SOEs by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
Business confidence has had a shot in the arm from several directions at once. The arrest Jacob Zuma and improvements in vaccination rates are some of the reasons why.
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.
Eyes and Ears, Memeza crime operation yields positive results
POSTED ON: June 10, 2021 IN Economic policy, Infrastructure, Latest news, Media statement, small business by BLSA
Business Leadership SA has hailed efforts by the Eyes and Ears initiative and Memeza crime-fighting project to tackle crime at non-fee-paying schools.
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.
Localisation report
POSTED ON: May 17, 2021 IN Economic growth, Political economy, small business by Admin
Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) in conjunction with Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) have launched an important research report into localisation policy. This timely report was compiled by local consulting firm Intellidex and aims to contribute to policy on promoting local manufacturing in South Africa.
BLSA members commit to greater good
POSTED ON: May 5, 2021 IN Covid-19, Infrastructure, small business by BLSA
By BLSA
A shared vision of an economically-sound South Africa post COVID-19 continues to be an inspiration to all BLSA members.
The Eyes and Ears initiative is testimony to our commitment to fight crime
POSTED ON: April 16, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, small business by BLSA
By BLSA
Criminals cast fear into the hearts of South Africans from all walks of life.
Corporate leaders pledge billions to ease impact of Covid-19
POSTED ON: April 14, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, Infrastructure, small business by BLSA
Executives and board members pledged 30% of their income towards debt relief for small businesses and to ease financial disruptions during the pandemic.
