Decades of Empowerment Policy Leave South African Workers' Wages Stalled
Narrow gains for black middle class mask stagnation for majority of workers
Narrow gains for black middle class mask stagnation for majority of workers
Analysts map three competing visions for South Africa's political and economic future.
Households cut spending as fuel costs and interest rates erode purchasing power
Millions of citizens traveling, studying and working across borders strengthen ties between nations.
Peaceful nationwide demonstrations reflect public frustration with crime, joblessness and failing services.
Slowing growth and rising costs test business investment as external pressures mount
Weakening dollar and falling oil prices ease immediate financial pressure on households.
Farmers and workers face mounting losses as port dysfunction deepens South Africa's supply chain crisis
Workers face uncertain transition as South Africa pursues battery supply chain strategy.
Compounding pharmacies and pharmaceutical firms clash over affordable weight-loss drug access