BLSA and its members give back to communities in need
POSTED ON: November 16, 2020 IN #EconomicGrowthSA, Economic policy by nikiwe
The biggest crises to come out of COVID-19 has been the effects of lockdown on our nation’s most vulnerable communities.
Public sector wages – we need a breakthrough
POSTED ON: November 12, 2020 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Energy, Rating agencies, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
Given revenue pressures, the state, like every household, is going to have to look to reduce its expenses.
Delivering reforms will be our key sales pitch at the investment conference
POSTED ON: November 10, 2020 IN Economic policy, Energy by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
President Cyril Ramaphosa should use the investment conference to ram home impending changes in policy and show government’s commitment to providing additional power.
Infrastructure and growth
POSTED ON: November 5, 2020 IN Economic policy, Infrastructure by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
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It’s imperative that we work together to unlock infrastructure opportunities that will stimulate the 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.
Fiscal reform is just part of a structural reform agenda needed for growth
POSTED ON: November 3, 2020 IN Economic policy, Political economy by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
Fiscal reform is no longer avoidable but is essential for any economic recovery as it will boost confidence.
BLSA CEO letter 2 November
POSTED ON: November 2, 2020 IN BLSA CEO's Weekly, Covid-19, Economic policy by Admin
By Busi Mavuso
The economic recovery plan and MTBPS are, in effect, business plans for the country. What matters now is execution.
Second wave and a return of stricter measures
POSTED ON: October 29, 2020 IN Covid-19, Economic policy by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
If there is a serious need for further restrictions, then we must act guided by evidence on the type of lockdown we need.
BLSA reacts to the MTBPS
POSTED ON: October 28, 2020 IN Covid-19, Economic policy, Employment, Infrastructure by Admin
By BLSA
Today’s MTBPS speech carried far more significance given the crisis we are in.
State and public-sector unions still have time to reach agreement
POSTED ON: October 27, 2020 IN Economic policy, Employment, Political economy, SOEs by BLSA
By Busi Mavuso
SA’s resolve for fiscal reform will be tested in the #MTBPS as we face up to the unresolved question of public sector wages.
