Washington’s absence, Trump’s tariff threats, and rising North-South distrust mar Pretoria’s G20 presidency What was meant to be a moment of leadership for South Africa is...
The Euro Takes a Knock, Mexico Feels the Heat, and Trump’s Latest Trade Flex Barely Moves the Needle. Global markets woke up to yet another round...
This week, US President Donald Trump dropped a hammer on South Africa’s economy, slapping a steep 30% tariff on all South African exports to the United...
South Africa’s presidency of the G20 is off to a promising start, according to Efficient Group’s Chief Economist, Dawie Roodt. Speaking on the sidelines of the...
In his State of the City Address, Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero passionately advocated for the recognition of cities as engines of global economic growth. As South...
Despite intensifying global headwinds and tariff tensions, South Africa’s automotive industry defied the odds in April 2025, posting a remarkable 11.9% increase in new vehicle sales....
Global mining heavyweight BHP says it’s strategically positioned to benefit from growing global uncertainty and a “flight to quality” in assets, even as it warns of...
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning, making it clear that no country, including China, will be “getting off the hook” when it comes...
In a major shift that brings global business and political attention to Johannesburg, the highly anticipated B20 South Africa 2025 summit has officially moved from Cape...
South African businesses and financial markets have been handed a much-needed breather after US President Donald Trump announced a temporary pause on heightened tariffs, easing the...