South Africa’s working class is now the fastest-growing segment in the country, as millions of households have moved up from poverty or the working poor. However, breaking into the middle class has become significantly more challenging. A recent study by Read the full story
Consumer inflation is showing real signs of cooling, and I couldn’t be more optimistic. In October 2024, the consumer price index (CPI) rose by just 2.8% over the year—a sharp drop from 3.8% in September. It’s the lowest inflation we’ve Read the full story
I love diving into the numbers, and September was packed with insights! Stats SA shared their latest quarterly and annual reports, giving us a clear picture of how the South African economy is shaping up. SOUTH AFRICAN ECONOMY GROWS IN Read the full story
As we edge closer to bidding farewell to 2024, let’s take a moment to reflect on the month of July. It was a quieter period for Stats SA after a bustling June, with only 22 publications released. However, the data Read the full story
As we find ourselves halfway through 2024, it’s a good time to ask: how is our economy doing? Let’s take a look at the latest report released by Stats SA to get a clearer picture. The South African economy showed Read the full story
As the world’s largest economy, the United States has long enjoyed the benefits of its currency strength. The dollar’s dominance in global markets among most currencies is unquestionable, and it is currently the preferred currency for international transactions. Despite this, Read the full story
Social grants in South Africa have been crucial in alleviating poverty and providing a safety net for millions of vulnerable people, including children, the elderly, and people with disabilities. The grants provide recipients with cash transfers that help cover basic Read the full story
Transferable skills are skills that can be applied in different contexts, such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking. These skills are becoming increasingly essential in the modern workplace, where employers look for individuals who possess a diverse range of Read the full story
Former US President Barrack Obama delivered this year’s Annual Nelson Mandela Lecture. The Lecture took place at Wanderers Stadium on 17th July. Transform SA picked 8 of the most powerful quotes from Obama’s speech: “I believe in Nelson Mandela’s vision. I believe Read the full story
For a community in deep rural Limpopo, a successful and on-going partnership between the University of Johannesburg’s (UJ) Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science (Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment) and Schneider Electric South Africa has ensured that Read the full story