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A nation in turmoil: the experience of South African companies doing business in Zimbabwe
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2007There is a significant South African business presence in Zimbabwe. South Africa’s relationship with Zimbabwe has existed for more than a century, and is pivotal for both countries. Over the years, the nature of the countries’ relationship has been shaped by the various political protagonists in each of them at any specific time.DocumentChinese development co-operation in Africa: the case of Tembisa's Friendship Town
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2009Chinese development co-operation in Africa has invoked both admiration and criticism, much of it based on limited empirical or anecdotal evidence, contributing to conflicting perceptions as to its purpose, means and outcomes.DocumentWhither the multilateral trading system? Implications for (South) Africa
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2013So far the World Trade Organisation (WTO) has acted as a constraint on the worst protectionist pressures building in the global trading system following the 2008–10 global financial crisis, which is a testament to the system’s constraining power.DocumentTrade, industrial policy and exchange rates in South Africa
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2010South Africa’s trade, industrial and exchange rate policies have been the subject of substantial public debate in recent months, not least owing to the impact of the 2008–10 global financial crisis.DocumentSACU - one hundred not out: what future for the Customs Union?
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2010This paper is based on research conducted recently in South Africa (SA), Namibia, Angola and Botswana. Policy and decision makers were asked to complete a questionnaire about the future of the Southern African Customs Union (SACU). Although the responses to the questionnaire were low, the interaction with respondents was of a high quality.DocumentExporting and export dynamics among South African firms
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2013According to the National Development Plan increased exports, particularly among small and medium firms, are an important job-creation strategy. Yet much of the South African debate on exporting occurs in an environment based on anecdote and prejudice rather than fact.DocumentIs SACU ready for a monetary union?
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2013Attaining a monetary union is an ambition for most African regional economic communities. Although studies have been undertaken on the costs and benefits of monetary unions, there has been little focus on the viability of a Common Monetary Area for member states of the South African Customs Union (SACU).DocumentThe economic gateway to Africa? geography, strategy and South Africa's regional economic relations
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012A closer look at economic interaction in sub-Saharan Africa confirms that South Africa interlinks many of its neighbouring countries globally. This paper argues that South Africa's role as an economic gateway primarily depends upon geography, i.e. upon naturally given and man-made structures in geographical space.DocumentPerspectives on trade, investment and competition policy in South Africa
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2012In a liberalised trade and investment environment, trade, investment and competition policies together form a specific nexus. South Africa needs foreign direct investment to help address its need for employment creation, growth and development.DocumentWorking for development in Southern Africa: bridging the gap between government and business
South African Institute of International Affairs, 2011Since 1994 Southern Africa in particular has witnessed an expansion of South African corporate activity.Pages