South Africa

  • Jun 30, 2017
  • 8 min read

African politics and security to end-2017

Longstanding leaders stepping down, growing instability and democratic backsliding mar the region's outlook

Africa
  • Jun 30, 2017
  • 2 min read

South Africa’s ANC splits will widen over policy

The ruling party's policy conference will see rival factions vie for influence as its leadership contest gains momentum

South Africa
  • Jun 26, 2017
  • 7 min read

South African mining rules will mar investment climate

Mining companies intend to pursue legal action to halt implementation of the revised Mining Charter

South Africa
  • Jun 22, 2017
  • 2 min read

South Africa’s Zuma could rue secret ballot ruling

The Constitutional Court's decision on a parliamentary motion of no confidence will concern the president's supporters

South Africa
  • Jun 21, 2017
  • 2 min read

South Africa’s institutions will face growing threats

An attempt by the public protector to revise the Reserve Bank’s mandate has sparked fears for its independence

South Africa
  • Jun 20, 2017
  • 8 min read

Prospects for African economies to end-2017

An uptick in commodity prices could exacerbate regional fiscal slippages as much needed policy adjustments are delayed

Africa
  • Jun 19, 2017
  • 7 min read

South African labour movement will fracture further

As the ANC's factional battles gain pace, organised labour groups jostle for political relevance

South Africa
  • Jun 19, 2017
  • 2 min read

South African mining rules will face industry pushback

New ownership requirements in the government’s revised mining charter have provoked significant industry opposition

South Africa