International development agencies and non-governmental organisations often seek to advance community development by fostering entrepreneurship. The premise is that poor people can enhance their household […]
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South Africa’s ‘working for water’ programme is meant to lead to skills and jobs: why it’s failing
South Africa’s Expanded Public Works Programme is part of its social safety net. It complements the country’s social grants system, which has over 28 million […]
(BPRW) Trailblazing Entrepreneur Muhga Eltigani Secures Her Natural Hair Care Line in 4,500 Walmart Stores
(BPRW) Trailblazing Entrepreneur Muhga Eltigani Secures Her Natural Hair Care Line in 4,500 Walmart Stores. NaturAll Club’s product line is a thriving multi-million-dollar brand. (Black […]
South Africa’s fight over VAT raises a key question: who should bear the burden of taxes?
The unprecedented postponement of the tabling of South Africa’s 2025 budget because of disagreement within the coalition government over a two percentage point increase in […]
South Africa’s finance minister wanted to raise VAT: the pros and cons of a tricky tax
South Africa’s finance minister, Enoch Godongwana, cancelled the unveiling of the country’s 2025 budget as it was due to be released. The move is unprecedented […]
Ecowas breakup could push up food prices and worsen hunger in west Africa
The Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) lost three of its founding members on 29 January 2025. Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger comprised 16% […]
6 tips on how to run a company in turbulent times – lessons from emerging markets
Global risks are rising, and many companies are struggling with how to adapt. The World Economic Forum’s 2025 Global Risks Report makes it clear that […]
6 in 10 young South Africans have no jobs. Why some still reject offers of work
South Africa has one of the highest unemployment rates in the world. The official rate is 32%, rising to 42% when discouraged job seekers are […]
(BPRW) Trailblazing Entrepreneur Muhga Eltigani Secures Her Natural Hair Care Line in 4,500 Walmart Stores
(BPRW) Trailblazing Entrepreneur Muhga Eltigani Secures Her Natural Hair Care Line in 4,500 Walmart Stores. NaturAll Club’s product line is a thriving multi-million-dollar brand. (Black […]
(BPRW) TAVE FT. KENYON DIXON: NEW SINGLE ‘LAID BACK/ OLD SKOOL CHEVY’ OUT NOW
(BPRW) TAVE FT. KENYON DIXON: NEW SINGLE ‘LAID BACK/ OLD SKOOL CHEVY’ OUT NOW. JANUARY 17TH. (Black PR Wire) London – Los Angeles – Armed […]