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March 4th, 2023 | Business, Economics, Practice

Economy There is little fresh that a layperson (yes, I am PC) can say about our economy which has not been aired in the past...

February 5th, 2023 | Business, Economics, Practice

Economy The IMF has raised its growth outlook for the world economy to a GDP of 2.9%. Slower than expected but still good news.  ...

Residential real estate now tops global investments – But mind your trends

Real estate has shown remarkable resilience over the years, defying the odds and the impact of major disruptions to become the world’s biggest store of...

Top 10 tips for building your dream home, along with expected delays

Planning on building your dream home in the new year? You’re embarking on the adventure of a lifetime. Any project, large or small requires planning,...

January 23rd, 2023 | Business, Economics, Practice

Economy   2023: Predictions by world financial giants are that this year will bring a global recession. This should bring dampened inflation and a halt...

December 5th, 2022 | Business, Economics, Practice

  Gentle Reader   This will be my last newsletter this year – I will resume publication towards the end of January. May you enjoy...

November 21st, 2022 | Business, Economics, Practice

Economy   Not quite in time: South Africa (we rank 12th in the world as polluter) will be given R10.8bn by France and Germany to...

November 14th, 2022 | Business, Economics, Practice

General news: Shades of Mr Zuma: the Mkwebane application for leave to appeal, whilst awaiting a Concourt decision, and her representative’s argument that her suspension...

KEEP HOUSEPLANTS ALIVE WHEN YOU’RE ON HOLIDAY WITH THESE TRICKS

If you’re not lucky enough to have a friendly neighbour or trustworthy person to take care of your houseplants while you’re away, all hope is...

October 25th, 2022 | Business, Economics, Practice

Practice Generally: • Erratum: in my last publication I reported that an underhand contract between married parties could not take precedence over an ANC. This...