[Letter] Coalition could be helpful
Deputy finance minister David Masondo underestimates the momentum that a coalition — even if it proves to be unstable — could afford President Cyril Ramaphosa’s “reform agenda”.
[Letter] Uncomfortable truths in BHP merger proposal
If the deal goes ahead Anglo American will have to split off its SA platinum and iron ore units.
[Opinion] The pernicious effects of administered prices
Administered prices can have dire consequences when charged by dysfunctional state-owned entities, warns Chris Hattingh.
[Opinion] Privatisation at Transnet ports hits first snag on road to creating efficiency
Chris Hattingh discusses latest Port of Durban developments with Business Times.
[Opinion] Shrinking Family Units in South Africa
In South Africa, families have undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. One noticeable change is the size of families.
[Letter] Reserve Bank has its hands tied
Is enough being done to rein in administered prices and excess costs caused by infrastructure failures?
[Opinion] Transnet on the move!
Can Transnet be fixed? This won’t happen overnight, but CHRIS HATTINGH reveals that some positive steps are finally being taken.
[Letter] Master plans drive up costs
Trade, industry & competition minister Ebrahim Patel has highlighted the negative consequences of inefficient rail and ports systems, especially for new and emerging businesses (“Patel bemoans failed SOEs hobbling black industrialists”, March 18).