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Just legalise it! South Africa should be at the forefront of the global cannabis trade. But too many restrictions are hobbling local farmers… December 13, 2024 Economy & Markets·News
GNU blow as South Africa’s GDP shrinks The economy’s shrinking, not growing. Can reforms at Eskom and Transnet turn the tide?… December 4, 2024 Economy & Markets
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Why Kganyago’s stingy rate cut was exactly right The Reserve Bank’s hammer may be a blunt tool, but it’s the wiser move.… November 25, 2024 Economy & Markets·Opinion
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