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Zuma wraps up his US visit

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… on the future role of the G20 in dealing with global economic and financial issues. During the Pittsburgh visit, … earlier this year that sought to develop a response to the economic crisis and lay a foundation for a sustainable economic recovery. "South Africa has noted that since the London …

Tsvangirai, ministers to lure western investment

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… from international donors for its short-term emergency recovery program. However, international donors have said … (SADC) remained committed to assisting in resolving the economic crisis in that country. "South Africa will help in … by all parties involved," Mr Ntsaluba said. Zimbabwe Economic Planning Minister Elton Mangoma on Monday declared …

Business confidence inches up

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… Johannesburg - A slight recovery in South African business confidence could mark the … frailty in business confidence, but not a turnaround. "Economic growth for South Africa is revised downward into … identify and prepare for the turnaround of the present economic slowdown. "There are signs that a measure of …

Zuma to promote developing countries' interests at G20 summit

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… response is required to counter the impact of the global economic and financial crisis, and limit its effects on … world will meet to exchange views on how to bolster the recovery and put the global economy back on the path to …

New vehicle sales continue downward trend

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… clear that until the domestic recession subsided and an economic recovery gained some traction, it would continue to be … in vehicle exports would depend on a recovery in global economic conditions and higher levels of confidence in …

Zuma attends G20 Summit

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… is systematically important for the country, with national economic interests to promote.  "South Africa is committed to … world will meet to exchange views on how to bolster the recovery and put the global economy back on the path to … response is required to mitigate the impact of the global economic and financial crisis and prevent its contagion to …

Inflation to come down - SA Reserve Bank

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… many other countries, has been negatively impacted by the economic turmoil in financial markets. "The global and domestic economic slowdown has had a significant moderating impact on … real disposable income is expected to remain subdued while recovery is expected later in the year. The review also found …

IMF forecasts positive outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa

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… - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects a positive recovery in Sub-Saharan Africa despite the negative effects of the global economic crisis. "We expect growth in sub-Saharan Africa to … the main findings of the IMF's report - the 2009 Regional Economic Outlook: Sub-Saharan Africa, Sayeh noted that many …

Business Confidence continues to improve

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… a slow process depending largely on healthier real global economic conditions. "To fully comprehend the substance of … the latest level of the BCI must be viewed against the economic context we currently face. "Given the slow economic global recovery and low inflation and even deflation in the US, …

Zim will deal with its challenges, move forward

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… It has made recognisable progress in addressing socio-economic challenges that the country has battled with in the … sanctions will help facilitate the implementation of the economic recovery programme," he said, adding that Zambia was …

Repo rate cut by 100 basis points

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… Monday. "The committee is of the view that the adverse economic conditions continue to tilt the balance of risks to … "synchronised" downturn in international and domestic economic conditions. According to the MPC, which wrapped … of growth depended to "a significant extent" on the recovery of the global economy. The outlook for domestic …

: Address by President Jacob Zuma at the World Trade Centre Business Club

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… of the economy. It is also a consequence of capable economic management, a sound regulatory environment, and … - Africa is finding new partners among the emerging economic powerhouses of the South. Countries on the continent … it. Ladies and Gentlemen, There are now some signs of a recovery in the global economy, making the case for stronger …

AU calls for sanctions against Zim to be lifted

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… political stability and the first step towards the economic recovery of that country," he said, adding that a joint … facilitate cooperation between ministries in terms of the economic recovery plan. On Friday, the two political parties …

Economy expected to improve in second half

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… the most to the upturn of the economy. He said the recovery of the country's economy was connected to what … that comes out and then take a view on what to do with our economic forecast," he said, adding that the budget policy … statement was to be revised. Economist at the Bureau for Economic Research (BER) Hugo Pienaar told BuaNews that the …

EU gives thumps up to new Zimbabwe govt

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… said, adding that the launch of the 100-day and short-term economic recovery plan by the government was commendable. He, however, …

Zim unity govt gives new lease of life to businesses

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… operations in Zimbabwe are once again showing signs of a recovery after a decade of political deadlock in that country … expecting to see significant changes, barring the global economic down-turn which has led to less people wanting to … $69 million USD in 2007. Although investment is critical, economic recovery hinges on political stability in a country. …

Tsvangirai to return home for wife's burial on Wednesday

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… and SADC region are with you while wishing you a speedy recovery to enable you to resume your national … inclusive government is working towards restoring socio-economic progress. While wishing the Prime Minister a speedy recovery, Mr Mutambara said the death of Susan Tsvangirai …

Infrastructure investment sustaining SA's economy

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… to sustain South Africa's economy in the midst of global economic recession, Trade and Industry Minster Mandisi Mpahlwa said, Tuesday. Speaking at the Economic, Investment and Employment Cluster Programme of … the trade and industry minister said. The road to economic recovery in South Africa is a road government does not know, …

Elections will not affect SA's response to economic crisis

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… Johannesburg - South Africa's efforts in dealing with the economic crisis will not be affected by the transition in … South Africa would be part of global efforts to tackle the economic crisis, hence its participation in the upcoming G20 … banking sector would be instrumental in ensuring economic recovery. "South Africa's banking system will play a key role …

Cape Town at forefront on war against waste

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… the City's Mayoral Committee Member for Finance and Economic Development. Speaking at the opening of the city's … "Since then, the municipality has launched a pilot waste recovery programme in selected residential areas. Results of …