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<p>The contest for the Presidency of Africa&#8217;s largest development finance institution, the African Development Bank, is in the final stretch, featuring five candidates, including South Africa&#8217;s Bajabulile Swazi Tshabalala, who joins CNBC Africa to talk about a mission she says she is uniquely qualified to take on.</p>


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Swazi Tshabalala outlines bold vision to lift Africa’s growth

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<p>South Africa recorded a budget deficit of 13.1 billion rand in March, compared with a surplus of 3.4 billion rand in the same month last year, according to National Treasury data out earlier. The country is still operating without a budget for this fiscal year after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana was twice forced to postpone its tabling in parliament. Godongwana and key officials outlined the process that will be followed regarding the 2025 Budget.</p>


Godongwana budget to be tabled May 21

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<p>Africa Business Weekly on CNBC Africa brings you the most impactful business stories across sub-Saharan Africa every week. From the capital markets to economic news affecting the regions from East, West ad Southern Africa, we will speak to the major newsmakers from across the sub-Saharan Africa region to get exciting and unique angles to the stories shaping the continent.</p>


Africa Business Weekly: Godongwana withdraws planned VAT hike after political pushback

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<p>The 7th edition of the Namibia International Energy Conference is set to take place this month, centered around the theme: Leading The Way, becoming an energy hub with in-country value. This event will convene government officials, industry leaders, investors, and business representatives to foster growth within the sector. Industry experts will discuss the capital investments necessary to propel the energy sector forward amid a backdrop of global political and funding uncertainty.</p>


Namibia International Energy Conference 2025: Highlights Special

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<p>As the modern workplace evolves, many professionals are exploring side hustles to supplement their income, pursue passion projects, or even diversify their skills. However, navigating the complexities of outside employment can be challenging, especially when it comes to conflicts of interest. Understanding what constitutes a conflict of interest, existing policy landscapes, and strategies for negotiating employment contracts is crucial for professionals looking to balance their primary job with external accomplishments. CNBC Africa’s Prudence Makhubalo spoke to Johan Botes, Head of Employment &#038; Compensation, Baker McKenzie.</p>


Africa Side Hustle: Managing dual interests: Side hustle and day job harmony

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<p>This Focus On Congo Investment Forum features highlights from the opening ceremony and a panel discussion on the topic: Entering the Next Era of Oil and Gas Production in Congo.</p>


Focus On Congo Investment Forum: Entering the Next Era of Oil & Gas Production in Congo

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<p>Amid global trade volatility, building resilience for African economies remains paramount. This episode of Focus On explores how Special Economic Zones operating under the African Continental Free Trade Area could enhance Africa&#8217;s global competitiveness, export diversification and increase exports of high-value-added manufactured goods.</p>


Focus On: Bolstering African Economies Through Special Economic Zones

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<p>From the Regional Conference on Special Economic Zones hosted in Djibouti by the AfCFTA Secretariat, we bring you this panel discussion on the topic &#8220;Advancing Meaningful Trade: SEZs as one of the AfCFTA’s relevant instruments in advancing the development of Intra-African Trade&#8221;.</p>


Focus On: Advancing Meaningful Trade Through Special Economic Zones

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<p>Positioning Gauteng as the engine of Africa’s growth is critical to unlocking South Africa’s economic potential. This highlights special reflects on the Gauteng Investment Conference which convened government leaders, international investors, and business executives to explore strategies that will drive sustainable development, industrial expansion, and infrastructure investment in the province.</p>


Investing in Gauteng: The Engine of Africa’s Growth

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<p>Digital payment technology has transformed the way we make purchases and handle transactions. But with this rapid advancement comes a rise in new forms of fraud and scams — underscoring the urgent need for strong security measures and continuous consumer awareness. This highlights special explores how consumers can stay secure in an increasingly digital world.</p>


VISA CEMEA Security Summit 2025: Highlights Special

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<p>Convenience, digital payments and online services are in demand, this is according to the latest SpendTrend25 report, which provides insights into consumer spending habits in South Africa between 2019 and 2024. This Focus On episode looks at how consumers are spending their money amid growing economic pressures.</p>


Focus On: SpendTrend25 report

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<p>Africa Business Weekly on CNBC Africa brings you the most impactful business stories across sub-Saharan Africa every week. From the capital markets to economic news affecting the regions from East, West ad Southern Africa, we will speak to the major newsmakers from across the sub-Saharan Africa region to get exciting and unique angles to the stories shaping the continent.</p>


Africa Business Weekly: Trump’s tariffs nullify South Africa’s AGOA benefits

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<p>The rise of the gig economy has led to an increase in side hustles, with many South Africans turning to non-traditional income sources to supplement their earnings. However, this shift also brings complexity in navigating tax compliance As a side hustler in South Africa, it&#8217;s essential to understand your tax obligations and ensure you&#8217;re meeting your tax responsibilities. CNBC Africa’s Prudence Makhubalo spoke to Sarika Rautenbach, Tax Partner, KPMG and Olebogeng Ramatlhodi, Head of Indirect Tax, Deloitte for more.</p>


Africa Side Hustle: Tax compliance in South Africa’s side hustle economy

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<p>The Gauteng Investment Conference gathered industry leaders from Government and the private sector to discuss and expand Gauteng&#8217;s key sector areas to attract investments. This Highlights Special will focus on challenges and opportunities to accelerate Gauteng&#8217;s economic competitiveness.</p>


Highlights Special of the Gauteng Investment Conference 2025

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<p>The inaugural Gauteng Investment Conference embarked on the journey to attract over R800 billion of investments and to showcase Gauteng as a gateway to the rest of Africa. This Focus On will bring key voices from the event.</p>


Focus On Gauteng Investment Conference: Unlocking Public-Private Partnerships for Growth

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<p>This episode of Focus On explores the Gauteng Investment Conference. The inaugural event convened under the theme “Investing in Gauteng: The Engine of Africa’s Growth”. CNBC Africa spoke to key stakeholders in support of the Office of the Premier’s goals to drive infrastructure development and economic growth in Gauteng.</p>


Focus On: Gauteng hosts first annual Investment Conference

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<p>This episode of Focus On explores the lead-up to the Inaugural Gauteng Investment Conference. We speak to key stakeholders who have rallied behind the Gauteng government&#8217;s ambitious target of reaching R800 billion in investment over the next three to five years.</p>


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Swazi Tshabalala outlines bold vision to lift Africa’s growth

Godongwana budget to be tabled May 21

Africa Business Weekly: Godongwana withdraws planned VAT hike after political pushback

Namibia International Energy Conference 2025: Highlights Special

Africa Side Hustle: Managing dual interests: Side hustle and day job harmony

Focus On Congo Investment Forum: Entering the Next Era of Oil & Gas Production in Congo

Focus On: Bolstering African Economies Through Special Economic Zones

Focus On: Advancing Meaningful Trade Through Special Economic Zones

Investing in Gauteng: The Engine of Africa’s Growth

VISA CEMEA Security Summit 2025: Highlights Special

Focus On: SpendTrend25 report

Africa Business Weekly: Trump’s tariffs nullify South Africa’s AGOA benefits

Africa Side Hustle: Tax compliance in South Africa’s side hustle economy

Highlights Special of the Gauteng Investment Conference 2025

Focus On Gauteng Investment Conference: Unlocking Public-Private Partnerships for Growth

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Southern Africa

Swazi Tshabalala outlines bold vision to lift Africa’s growth

Godongwana budget to be tabled May 21

Africa Business Weekly: Godongwana withdraws planned VAT hike after political pushback

Namibia International Energy Conference 2025: Highlights Special

Africa Side Hustle: Managing dual interests: Side hustle and day job harmony

Focus On Congo Investment Forum: Entering the Next Era of Oil & Gas Production in Congo

Focus On: Bolstering African Economies Through Special Economic Zones

Focus On: Advancing Meaningful Trade Through Special Economic Zones

Investing in Gauteng: The Engine of Africa’s Growth

VISA CEMEA Security Summit 2025: Highlights Special

Focus On: SpendTrend25 report

Africa Business Weekly: Trump’s tariffs nullify South Africa’s AGOA benefits

Africa Side Hustle: Tax compliance in South Africa’s side hustle economy

Highlights Special of the Gauteng Investment Conference 2025

Focus On Gauteng Investment Conference: Unlocking Public-Private Partnerships for Growth

Focus On: Gauteng hosts first annual Investment Conference

Eye on OR Tambo SEZ: Exploring the GIC investment journey

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