economy
Business and markets
Why Sierra Leone’s macroeconomic situation remains challenging
Sierra Leone’s macroeconomic situation remains challenging despite the bold and courageous policy measures taken by the new government.
Africa
Africa pledges to deliver a sustainable Blue Economy
The prospect of a fully sustainable Blue Economy for Africa gathered significant momentum following the second Africa Blue Economy Forum held in Tunis.
Business and markets
Will a special bill save South Africa’s Eskom?
President Cyril Ramaphosa, has pledged the support of his administration towards Eskom stressing that the utility is vital to the South African economy.
Business and markets
Big shift on how companies view volatility and debt
South African companies are conservative when it comes to debt, as the economy toughens many are looking at lending options to withstand volatility.
Africa
Effects of China-America trade war haunt undiversified African economies
Africa's undiversified economies will come under pressure as current account balances deteriorate, currencies come under strain, prices go up and central banks push up interest rates.
Africa
Global energy demand hits highest record by far in 2018
Global energy demand grew by 2.3% last year, driven by a robust global economy and stronger heating and cooling needs in some regions.
Africa
Constructing an economy through skills transfer
The construction sector forms a big part of infrastructure development, but what happens to the growth of the economy when the construction sector faces drawbacks?
