Softer issue is an important step in rebuilding confidence
POSTED ON: January 26, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, Energy, Political economy, Politics by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
The government needs to honour its commitment to structural reforms so as to realise its goal of achieving improved growth rates
Reforms not monetary policy is our best hope
POSTED ON: January 21, 2021 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Economic policy, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
The dramatic rise in Covid-19 cases and fatalities over the past month has forced us to devote all our time and energy on ensuring that our stressed and limited public and private health sectors don’t collapse.
Reflecting on the year of the pandemic
POSTED ON: December 17, 2020 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Employment, Political economy by Admin
The spirit of working together is going to be critical in 2021. We have to rebuild the economy to be able to give every South African the opportunity to meet their full potential. BLSA is ready to play its part in that joint effort.
Great Reset: business priorities
POSTED ON: November 26, 2020 IN Economic growth, Economic policy, Employment, SOEs by BLSA
By BLSA
Big businesses should use their influence to guide SMMEs and open networks for them to help them grow and so drive economic growth.
Technology is driving greater economic growth
POSTED ON: November 20, 2020 IN #EconomicGrowthSA, Covid-19, Economic growth by BLSA
Technology has been key in helping companies adapt to the “new normal” of doing business – and maintaining economic growth!
Education is the backbone of the economy
POSTED ON: November 18, 2020 IN Covid-19, Economic growth, Employment by BLSA
Education builds the foundation of an economy. High-quality education allows our nation’s citizens to contribute more effectively to our economy.
Health crucial in pursuit of prosperous economic growth
POSTED ON: November 4, 2020 IN #EconomicGrowthSA, Economic growth, Economic policy by nikiwe
The COVID-19 crises has amplified the importance of health and safety in organisations.