Rand's hopes rest on US Federal Reserve's revelations

SA's revenue outlook could dim even more if markets react adversely to an awaited announcement by the US Federal Reserve, warns the finance minister.

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• South Africa places high premium on mine stability, says Zuma
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South Africa risks losing 145 500 mine jobs by 2015, analyst says

According to Nomura International, platinum companies in South Africa, are at risk of losing thousands of jobs as more mines operate at a loss.

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Economic week ahead: All eyes on the Federal Reserve

The US Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting will set the tone for global markets this week as leaders of the G8 gather for a summit in Ireland.

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Telkom’s loss climbs more than 50-fold after impairment cost

The company says its 2013 financial results reaffirm the need to act with urgency to turn the group's performance around.

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There's healthy profit – and then there's healthcare profits

"Healthy citizens are the greatest asset any country can have," former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill once said.

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Burberry's chief beats path to top

Ahrendts took home almost £17-million last year, making her the highest-paid woman in Britain.

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Hospitals – they're making a killing

The three juggernauts of private healthcare are able to dictate prices for services, and medical aids are becoming less willing to cover the costs.

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Debt ratio prompts EU analysts to rethink ranking

The United States is even worse than Greece, with a debt equivalent of 105% of GDP.

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SA companies are raking in the profits

Local firms are very well run and attractive to foreign investors, says a global handbook.

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Top nosh grown from ground up

A dynamic NGO is helping landed communities take the agribusiness industry by storm.

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