Profound political transformation has been underway in South Africa since 1990 when the dismantling of the entrenched apartheid system began, and Nelson Mandela was released from prison after 27 years. The democratic growth of this nation has continued with the election of President Mandela and the instalment of the South African Government of National Unity. This […]
South Africa’s new Government of National Unity moved quickly to re-appoint Chris Stals for a five- year term as governor of the South African Reserve Bank. His re-appointment underlined government’s determination to win investor confidence by retaining the services of a tough central banker renowned for his dedication to fiscal discipline. Stals were first appointed […]
Following the historic election of Nelson Mandela as President in April 1994, South Africa has become one of the most exciting new markets to emerge in the global trade and investment race. The third “Made in USA” Expo will take place in Johannesburg in October 1995. With the lifting of US economic sanctions against South […]
Judge Richard Goldstone is a man well acquainted with the forces of violence in South Africa. As chairman of the Goldstone Commission of Inquiry into Public Violence and Intimidation – a judicial panel spawned by a multiparty peace accord in 1991- he has developed a finely tuned understanding of the social, political and economic dynamics […]
The honeymoon is over. It began when President Nelson Mandela addressed the world from the United Nations in October 1993 and called for the lifting of sanctions against South Africa. Since then the country has been bathed in a warm glow of political and commercial goodwill. Thousands of prospectors have visited the country, exploring the […]
Has Mr Mandela’s understanding of political and economic trends in the region been clouded by the euphoria of South Africa’s extraordinary transition to democratic rule? By Witney Schneidman, Senior Vice President, Samuels International Associates, with assistance from Zafar P Mawani, Associate, Samuels International Associates, Washington D.C. “African renaissance” is a phrase rarely used to […]
So, the Republicans have captured control of Congress for the first time in 40 years amid promises to reshape the American body politic. Does this mean a change in American policy towards Africa? Is the honeymoon over? Witney Schneidman looks at prospects. South Africa has established a niche for itself as one of the top […]
As Minister of Trade and Industry, Trevor Manuel epitomizes the transformation that many have undergone as South Africans nurture their new government of national unity. President Mandela surprised many when he appointed Manuel to one of the most senior ·posts in his cabinet. Manuel had no formal experience in economics or finance, but this former […]
One of South Africa’s most vital industries is also its most hazardous. The mini-bus taxi industry provides public transport to a majority of South Africans and purchases vehicles, fuel and components in large volumes. But it is also in a state of chaos. Wessel Ebersohn reports on attempts to bring order to the industry. The […]
South Africa has underground treasures which outshine its gold and diamonds. Anita Allen shows how they can be explored through the fascinating world of archaeo-tourism. It is 70 years since the February 7, 1925 edition of Nature, the journal of the Royal Society, published an article by a little known professor of anatomy at a fledgling […]