Kganyago plays down talk of imminent SA rate cut
South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago said policy makers want to assess the impact of lower oil prices on the wider economy before making a call on whether to cut interest rates.
WEF
For over 18 years, BizNews editor Alec Hogg has provided firsthand insights from the World Economic Forum, bringing our readers into the heart of global economic discussions. This category compiles all of Alec’s reports, analyses, and commentary on the annual meetings held in Davos. Experience the pulse of global economic trends, innovative ideas, and policy debates that shape the world. Through Alec’s eyes, explore the crucial conversations and interactions among world leaders, economists, and industry giants that drive international agendas. Join us at BizNews for a unique perspective on the WEF that connects the dots between global economic narratives and their real-world implications.
Davos 2015: Prof Ian Goldin on inequality, Eskom and SA through the world’s eyes
Alec Hogg spoke with fellow Davos veteran Professor Ian Goldin, Dean of the Oxford Martin School about Eskom, the economy of SA and inequality.
Davos 2015: Focusing on international food security, nutrition and health
Focusing on the drastic global inequalities when it comes to food security, Alec Hogg spoke to Shenggen Fan, director general of the International Food Policy Research Institute, about current global standards, and the progress that has been made with regards to malnutrition and famine internationally.
Davos elite gather in shadow of attacks
The world’s political and business elite gathered for their annual meeting in the glitzy Swiss ski resort of Davos on Wednesday, with the shadow of the Paris attacks and ongoing global conflicts looming large.
Total cuts North Sea, U.S. shale spending after oil price plunge
French oil and gas company Total will cut spending in ageing North Seafields and in U.S. shale production after the recent plunge in oil prices.
Davos 2015: Your essential day-by-day guide to the World Economic Forum
Davos is a truly global meeting. Convening leaders from all sectors and regions. It ultimately is about all of us, citizens of a global village that is both moving closer together and drifting further apart.
SA gears up for WEF as Zuma arrives in Davos
President Jacob Zuma has arrived in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum meeting, in which South Africa will promote the National Development Plan (NDP) which is designed to enhance inclusive growth and development.
Andrea Bocelli among Crystal Award recipients, opens WEF Annual Meeting in Davos
Japanese architect Shigeru Ban, Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli, Beninois-French singer Angélique Kidjo will be awarded at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting with a Crystal Award.
The New Global Context: Theme breakdown for Davos
Over 40 heads of state and government, as well as 2,500 other leaders from business and society will convene at the 45th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, from 21 to 24 January 2015 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, to discuss The New Global Context.
Davos Diary Day 1: Andrea Bocelli, inspiring leaders and the global risk agenda
Alec Hogg shares insights, experiences and learnings from the frontline at the World Economic Forum on Day 1 in Davos, Switzerland.