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News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: South Africa’s investment drive is rebuilding the economy

News channel or source: https://mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2026-04-15-south-africas-investment-drive-is-rebuilding-the-economy/
Published on: Wednesday 15 April 2026

In an era when cynicism too often dominates public discourse and doubt easily overshadows progress, the facts speak volumes. South Africa is attracting capital, rebuilding confidence and laying the ...

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: Gauteng Investment Conference aims to drive growth, but can province still be called SA's economic engine?

News channel or source: https://www.ewn.co.za/2026/04/09/gauteng-investment-conference-aims-to-drive-growth-but-can-province-still-be-called-sas-economic-engine
Published on: Thursday 09 April 2026

Just in terms of the growth performance of Cape Town vs the Gauteng metros, the coastal city has emerged as a clear winner over the last ten years, says economist and lecturer Justin Visagie.

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: We have an economy that has proven itself to be remarkably resilient - Cyril Ramaphosa

News channel or source: https://www.politicsweb.co.za/documents/we-have-an-economy-that-has-proven-itself-to-be-re
Published on: Tuesday 07 April 2026

Today, South Africa has the largest, most industrialized, open and diverse economy on the African continent. Our economy is dynamic. It's enterprising, finally calibrated for growth and powered by ...

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: How ride-hailing is transforming livelihoods in South Africa

News channel or source: https://www.iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/news/2026-04-15-how-ride-hailing-is-transforming-livelihoods-in-south-africa/
Published on: Tuesday 14 April 2026

A new report reveals how ride-hailing services are reshaping income opportunities for South Africans, highlighting the gig economy's role in fostering entrepreneurship and financial stability.

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: Public Consultations Launched for Vaal SEZ, Signalling Major Industrial Transformation in Gauteng

News channel or source: https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3863832-public-consultations-launched-for-vaal-sez-signalling-major-industrial-transformation-in-gauteng
Published on: Monday 06 April 2026

This follows the formal publication on 3 March 2026 by Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau, announcing the government’s intention to designate the Vaal SEZ and inviting public ...

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: Gig economy: 70% of South Africans turn to e-hailing for jobs

News channel or source: https://www.citizen.co.za/business/gig-economy-70-of-south-africans-turn-to-e-hailing-for-jobs/
Published on: Thursday 16 April 2026

A report by Bolt and Ipsos has revealed that many South Africans are becoming e-hailing drivers to earn extra income, while others rely on it as their sole full-time job. This highlights how gig work ...

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: Gauteng's economic strategy focused on public-private partnerships, says Lesufi

News channel or source: https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/gautengs-economic-strategy-focused-on-public-private-partnerships-says-lesufi/ar-AA20uCTb
Published on: Wednesday 08 April 2026

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi emphasises the importance of public-private partnerships and core state functions in driving the province's economic growth, highlighting skills development, ...

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: Mitchells Plain, Soweto, and Nobody: unpacking the economic challenges through the Lehohla Ledger

News channel or source: https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/mitchells-plain-soweto-and-nobody-unpacking-the-economic-challenges-through-the-lehohla-ledger/ar-AA20JXbm
Published on: Sunday 12 April 2026

The Lehohla Ledger serves as a vital diagnostic tool, revealing the economic challenges faced by Mitchell's Plain, Soweto, and Nobody. This analysis explores the systemic issues affecting these areas ...

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: DA, ActionSA react as Panyaza Lesufi adds EFF to Gauteng cabinet

News channel or source: https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/da-actionsa-react-as-panyaza-lesufi-adds-eff-to-gauteng-cabinet/ar-AA200hBW
Published on: Wednesday 01 April 2026

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi reshuffled his cabinet to include the EFF, as Nkululeko Dunga was appointed the MEC for Finance.

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: South Africa’s ANC looks to shore up power as local elections loom

News channel or source: https://www.ft.com/content/6e9da11a-ecaa-4e7b-9a45-31e001fedac6?syn-25a6b1a6=1
Published on: Friday 10 April 2026

Appointment of contentious politician to manage finances of vital province reveals party’s loosening grip at local level ...

News South Africa » Gauteng » Economy: UPDATE | EFF’s Nkululeko Dunga is new Gauteng finance MEC as Lesufi shuffles executive council

News channel or source: https://www.news24.com/southafrica/news/effs-nkululeko-dunga-is-new-gauteng-finance-mec-as-lesufi-shuffles-executive-council-20260401-0988
Published on: Wednesday 01 April 2026

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has reshuffled his executive council, introducing significant changes, including the appointment of the EFF’s Nkululeko Dunga as the new finance MEC.