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Global business leaders eye Africa at B20 Summit

Cas Coovadia Business leaders from around the world are convening in Johannesburg today for the B20 Summit, signalling a pivotal moment for Africa’s role in global economic policymaking. Cas Coovadia, B20 Sherpa, told the SABC that this year’s summit places Africa’s agenda front and centre, not just South Africa’s interests. He emphasised that the business community has crafted 30 evidence-based policy recommendations — developed across eight task forces — to […]

today19 November, 2025

South Africa

S.A President Calls for Stronger Government-Business Partnership to Drive Inclusive Growth

South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of strengthening government-business partnerships to drive inclusive growth. At the Business Unity South Africa annual general meeting, he highlighted the need for collaboration to create jobs, reduce poverty, and invest in technology and renewable energy. Ramaphosa also called for ongoing support in skills training and small business development to promote equitable prosperity and sustainable economic progress for all citizens.  

today29 August, 2024

South Africa

DA Criticizes South Africa’s Presidential Health Compact, Claims It Undermines Genuine Collaboration

In S.A, the DA has criticised the signing of the second Presidential Health Compact, highlighting vast opposition to the National Health Insurance Act. DA's Michele Clarke has commended groups like Business Unity South Africa and the South African Health Professionals Collaboration for refusing to sign. She argues that the Health Compact undermines genuine collaboration and is merely a coercive tactic:  

today23 August, 2024

South Africa

Business Unity South Africa has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to implement plans

Business Unity South Africa has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to implement plans from his Opening of Parliament Address. CEO Khulekani Mathe emphasised the need for inclusive and transformational growth, amid high unemployment at 32.9-percent. He stressed the importance of job security and urged the government of national unity to address local government challenges:  

today23 July, 2024