World in 2025: Growth slowing (2.6%), debt rising (70% avg). 65 M youth jobless, housing costs soaring. Conflicts reshaping trade, AI reshaping work. Climate extremes displacing millions. Global stability now depends on inclusion, innovation&integrity — not ideology. #Geopolitics

⚠️ SARB signals growth risks&up to ~40 000 jobs at stake if AGOA falls through 🚛 Transnet plans R127bn rail&port upgrades to unlock exports 🤝 SA expands trade/diplomacy ties incl. Türkiye partnerships Momentum is real. Households only feel reforms when delivery meets rhetoric

As global markets cautiously eye a 4.4 % growth forecast for 2025, according to the International Monetary Fund, we stand at our own inflection point. Reuters reports emerging-market investors are shifting toward infrastructure and climate-tech sectors as capital costs ease.

SA’s progress feels layered yet promising. From exiting the FATF greylist to renewed diplomatic and economic engagement with Asia & conversations like the African Renaissance Podcast driving civic thought; the continent is shifting toward accountability & shared prosperity.

South Africa is at an inflection point. 📊 Growth projections hover at 3.8%, yet unemployment, governance gaps & institutional trust deficits persist. Data alone won’t save us — execution, accountability & reform will. #SouthAfrica #EconomicOutlook #Leadership

Select Committee on Finance’s oversight visit the NW Province underscores a pivotal principle of public accountability. 3.8 million residents relying on the province’s fiscal integrity, this is not merely procedural —a test of institutional resilience&public value creation.

To the Matric Class of 2025, As you begin this defining chapter, remember — your results are not just personal milestones, but national assets. SA’s future depends on the minds and integrity of those who dare to learn, think, and lead differently. #ClassOf2025

Eskom’s board renewal isn’t just about names — it’s about restoring public trust through institutional memory and reform discipline. Stability bought time; renewal must buy progress. South Africa’s power future depends less on generation& more on governance. #LeadershipMatters

Global growth may slow to 3.2%, while advanced economies hover 1.6%. Emerging markets remain the engine — just above 4%. Opportunity hides in the cracks: energy reform, port recovery&credible governance could narrow risk premiums&crowd in the capital we keep chasing abroad.

Global debt has topped $324 trillion — now outpacing global GDP. As fiscal credibility erodes worldwide, SA’s $500 million foreign-currency initiative draws rare investor confidence while leading the G20 debt-reform agenda. The issue isn’t capital. It’s credible execution.

South Africa’s economic potential is evident: record gold prices, $500m in foreign funding, & World Bank education reform insights. What’s missing is policy coherence—aligning fiscal, education & governance reform to convert growth signals into shared prosperity. 🇿🇦 #SAeconomy

SA faces a jobs emergency — 33.2% unemployment. -scale public works & youth employment programme. -targeted wage subsidies + employer-linked internships. -fast-track beneficiation & SME finance. -skills + digital bootcamps with guaranteed placement. #LeadershipInAction

The global slowdown isn’t unique — but SA’s lack of execution makes it worse. While nations reform to attract capital, we recycle promises. Growth demands credible planning, not political theatre. 3% isn’t a slogan — it’s a system test. #EconomicActionPlan #SAeconomy

Let’s talk facts: 🇿🇦 Debt-to-GDP stands around 77%, limiting fiscal space. ⚡ Energy and logistics crises continue to choke productivity. 💸 SARS is falling short on high-revenue targets #EconomicActionPlan #SouthAfrica #KhayaSithole #FiscalPolicy

Global Factors Influencing Local Markets The South African rand strengthened, supported by higher gold prices and a weaker U.S. dollar following the Federal Reserve's rate cut. This positive sentiment is contributing to a favorable outlook for local equities.

When you refine your craft, know your product, & lead with integrity, recognition follows. Let’s raise our standards. 🌟 #TopWomenSA #ExcellenceInBusiness

As the @StandardBankZA Bank Top Women Awards approach, I’m reminded why excellence, vision & deep knowledge matter. These awards don’t just celebrate women — they give businesses a mirror: showing us what great leadership & quality look like. #LeadWithKnowledge”

As the evening settles, a hard blow to our World Cup dreams: SA stripped of three points after an ineligible-player ruling — a reminder that mistakes, big or small, have real consequences. 🇿🇦⚽️ #SportsNews #FIFARuling #SouthAfrica

🌕✨ The sky is dressed in wonder tonight. A lunar eclipse reminding us that even shadows are part of the light.

BOARD APPOINTMENT Naspers, a leading global internet group listed on the JSE, is pleased to announce the appointment of Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa, currently CEO of Naspers South Africa, to its board of directors. This appointment will take effect on 1 April 2025.