A robust second half could be South Africa’s turning point

08 September 2024 - 00:00 By Zandile Makhoba

The second quarter of 2024 was a difficult time, filled with uncertainty only amplified by pre-election “wait-and-see” attitudes. The quarter’s GDP number is telling a similar story. The economy grew by a marginal 0.4%, only a slight improvement from the stagnation experienced in the first quarter that saw 0% growth...

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