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Tax collection to fall short by R13bn

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… 2014/15 a moderation in spending growth, combined with a recovery in tax revenue will reduce the deficit enough to … allow government to rebuild fiscal space to address future economic downturns and provide resources for development in a … current year and the forecast for 2012/13 reflect weaker economic conditions. However, he said, as the business cycle …

BUSA predicts 3% GDP growth in 2012

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… Africa's economy to grow by 3% in 2012. Presenting BUSA's economic and business outlook for the country in 2012, BUSA … growth, it was insufficient to meet South Africa's socio-economic challenges, especially given the downside risk. "At … in February, given the vulnerability of the economic recovery and the uncertain global situation which would …

Reserve Bank sounds warning on inflation

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… bank left the repo rate unchanged at 5.5%, seeing that the economic recovery remained hesitant with a deteriorating inflation … by global developments and domestic constraints to the recovery. "The domestic recovery remains hesitant and …

Positive COP 17 outcome crucial for Africa: Zuma

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… development priorities, cooperation to secure global economic recovery, improving gender equality, and promoting the voice …

BRICS leaders meet on the sidelines of G20

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… the G20 conference should focus on coordinating macro-economic policies, reinforcing the international community's confidence in the global economic recovery and demonstrating the group's spirit of cooperative …

President Zuma 'satisfied' with G20 meeting

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… made at this year's G20 meeting. He said international economic cooperation to support stability and growth was … lender said would be used to lower future threats of economic recession around the world. The G20 leaders' meeting … the Los Cabos Growth and Jobs Action." It said the global recovery had continued to face a number of challenges …

SA congratulates Somalia on its new Cabinet

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… for a state embarking on nation building, reconciliation, economic recovery and capacitating of various government institutions, … community, that Somalia is indeed on the road to recovery. "The Cabinet will also play a critical role in …

Egyptians mark 1st anniversary of revolution

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… are common after the fall of Mubarak, which disturb economic recovery and deal a heavy blow to the tourism sector. Egypt needs its citizens to work productively in different economic, service and social sectors so that they can harvest …

SA companies to participate in trade initiatives

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… African Government is committed to the development and recovery of Zimbabwe and we are confident that the ITI will go a long way in enhancing economic cooperation with Zimbabwe. The two countries share … proximity to South Africa, Zimbabwe's political and economic welfare has a direct impact on South Africa," said …

G20 predicts modest growth in 2012

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… up a two-day meeting held in Mexico. "The international economic environment has continued to be characterised by an … put maintaining financial market stability and promoting economic recovery and growth right on top of their agenda. All G20 …

State plan could net up to 100 000 jobs in construction

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… markets. In some cases a mix of tax finance and cost recovery measures will be imposed. "We make budget … that have been lost over the over decades. To stimulate economic growth between South Africa's provinces, the plans … capacity of the Eastern Cape and expand the provinces economic linkages with KwaZulu-Natal and Northern Cape. On …

Brics leaders commit to forming Development Bank

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… and prosperity. The summit came at a critical time when economic recovery is still struggling against fragile financial … growth are now significant contributors to global recovery," reads the declaration. It also emphasized the role …

Increasing global trade critical to stimulate recovery

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… increase global trade is still critical to stimulating the recovery of the global economy, Trade and Industry Minister … super-body headed by the chiefs of OECD [Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development] countries and the WTO … challenges and opportunities arising from emerging global economic governance structures, and contribute to developing …

World Bank, IMF call for inclusive growth, poverty reduction

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… inclusive growth and poverty reduction amid fragile global recovery. "The global economic outlook remains challenging," the two … meeting this weekend. "Policy adjustments and improved economic activity have reduced the threat of a sharp global …

Repo rate cut welcomed

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… is unlikely to have a significant impact on improving economic activity," it said. The cut was a welcomed … for the last nine meetings. The Reserve Bank revised its economic forecast for 2012 and 2013 slightly downwards. Gross … whether the combined global monetary stimulus sparks some recovery later in the year (in which case rates will remain …

Make the country a success, urges Zuma

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… system the country has been able to tackle its socio-economic development challenges. "It has been a short but … has been to ensure that more of our people benefit from economic growth whilst maintaining and indeed building on the … setback with the past 18 months having seen a substantial recovery with investment growing by 4% in 2011. "The …

SA economic outlook 'modest': Reserve Bank

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… Pretoria - South Africa's economic outlook remains modest, says the Reserve Bank in its Monetary Policy Review (MPR). "The economic outlook for South Africa remains modest with a gradual recovery in domestic demand and supply expected, barring … SA economic outlook 'modest': Reserve Bank …

SA, Africa have role to play in global economic growth

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… on Friday, the minister highlighted the need for economic integration on the continent. Promoting regional economic integration was an important element of South … like one third of world trade," he said. The hope of recovery from the economic crisis still resided in the …

EU Commission, Greece confident of economic future

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… and restore growth. "We will do whatever necessary for economic recovery," the Greek Premier said, expressing optimism for … EU Commission, Greece confident of economic future …

SADC Organ on Politics meets to map future

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… political stability able to reap the potential social and economic dividend that will flow from inter-regional trade and effective regional economic integration." Turning to political matters, … stood united in helping to put Madagascar on the road to recovery and to overcome the challenges they confront. Last …