It took the National Treasury a while to appreciate the reality of being part of a government of national unity (GNU). This means that its most crucial task, preparing the national budget, should be conducted so that all the new government members have ample time to make spending and revenue decisions.

Dr. Roelof Botha, esteemed economist and economic adviser to APS Africa and the Optimum Investment Group, shares his insights on the current economic landscape.

April started on the worst possible note for South Africa, with US President Donald Trump announcing a general tariff of 30% on imports.

Although South Africa recorded a positive GDP growth rate in 2024, the average real growth rate (year-on-year) over the past six quarters