Construction activity returns to growth mode
Despite disappointing 3rd quarter GDP data, South Africa’s construction sector seems to have turned the corner and is heading for...
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Dr. Roelof Botha
Sep 14, 20232 min read
Stellar improvement in construction activity
The resilience of the South African economy during the second quarter of the year has been showcased by the construction sector, with...
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Dr. Roelof Botha
Mar 30, 20233 min read
Construction industry needs a boost
Construction sector activity in South Africa has recovered well from the debilitating effects of the Covid pandemic, but a need clearly...
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Dr. Roelof Botha
Sep 7, 20223 min read
2nd Quarter GDP Data - Confusion Reigns
According to the GDP data for the 2nd quarter of 2022, published this week by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), the economy took a hit...
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ankia14
Aug 26, 20223 min read
Job creation gathers steam in the 2nd quarter
The 2nd quarter of 2022 managed to replicate the first quarter’s impressive job creation performance by adding another 400,000 new formal...
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Dr. Roelof Botha
Aug 11, 20223 min read
Rise in building construction activity
The first five months of the year witnessed a remarkable improvement in the value of buildings completed in the metros and larger...
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Dr. Roelof Botha
May 18, 20222 min read
All-time record for manufacturing sales
In March, South Africa’s manufacturing sector recorded its highest ever level of sales (at current prices). At R249-billion, the March...
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