19 June 2013

Economy and business

An invitation to do business

For a country to grow, international trade is a requirement. And through the Commonwealth Business Forum, to be held in Sri Lanka, South Africa will have the opportunity to forge links with that country and its other Commonwealth partners.
Nigeria invites SA to do business

Sustainable businesses honoured

The inaugural Nedbank Capital Sustainable Business Awards saw leading South African companies recognised for their long-term efforts towards sustainability.
Bank’s green building looks ahead

Botswana launches brand strategy

Botswana is a resources rich, economically and politically stable country with a strong economy and an enviable credit rating. It is capitalising on all of this to build its brand and grow the nation as an economic powerhouse. Synergies with its neighbours are part of the plan.
Deals a-plenty at fifth BRICS summit

Another blue diamond found

Yet another magnificent blue diamond – the rarest of all diamonds – has been unearthed at Petra Diamonds in Cullinan. It is here that the Great Star of Africa, among other flawless gems, was discovered.
Record price for SA diamond

Country brings in offshoring business

Offshoring is big business, and foreign companies, particularly those in Europe, are increasingly choosing South Africa to set up operations.
New incentives for offshoring sector

Women in Wine export winner

Women in Wine is toasting its success as its wines are well-received in the export market. Its allure, the company believes, lies in more than just its quality tipple. Buyers are supporting its drive to empower female farm workers, putting their money where their mouth is.
‘Most exciting’ New World wine

Developments from Brics summit

South Africa was the last country to join Brics, the political grouping of strong emerging economies. It lags its partners in terms of economic clout, but is no less important to the business of the brotherhood.
Africa rising

 
Background features

Economy

Key sectors

Infrastructure

Black economic empowerment

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