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JSE’s black economic empowerment figures are not up to scratch, study shows
Posted: 07-Aug-2018
The study, however, was limited due to low levels of reporting by listed entities. Only 30% of the 401 listed JSE entities reported and only four state-owned entities (SOEs). There were also limitations in the reporting of B-BBEE certificates and in capturing of data used for the analysis.
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What does it take to get stakeholders to participate meaningfully in evaluations?
Posted: 27-Jul-2018
Amanda Jitsing, Evaluator and Director at DNA Economics contributed to the topic of successes and challenges of implementing evaluations with an article that explains what it takes for stakeholders to participate meaningfully in evaluations.
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Banks: The Lifeblood of Emerging Economies
Posted: 20-Jul-2018
Banks play a vital role in igniting growth in emerging markets. They
provide critical access to financial services, stimulating development and
generating prosperity. Banks already shoulder a heavy responsibility, but
are they doing enough to keep pace with a connected and demanding world? Access the full article here.
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Why SA's big telecoms are running scared
Posted: 04-Jul-2018
In recent years mobile operators have watched applications such as Whatsapp and Skype have cut into their huge profitable sms business. The fear is that their voice revenue will be next.
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Manufacturing Indaba set for Johannesburg – industry platform for established and prospective sub-Sahara manufacturers
Posted: 11-Jun-2018
The Manufacturing Indaba will feature esteemed industry experts and leaders speaking in the forum, including Thomas Schaefer, Chairman and Managing Director for Volkswagen Group South Africa; Eustace Mashimbye, Chief Executive Officer of Proudly South African; Flora Mutahi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Melvin Marsh International Ltd and Yash Ramkolowan Manager for Trade & Investment at DNA Economics, among others.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF HIGHER QUALITY JOBS IN SA
Posted: 04-Jul-2018
Yash Ramkolowan, Harith Roundtable Breakfast @Number 43 22 June 2018
Yash Ramkolowan, Manager of Trade and Regional Integration at DNA Economics, took a brief reflection on student movements and learner challenges in southern Africa experienced over the past year.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF HIGHER QUALITY JOBS IN SA
Posted: 04-Jul-2018
What can change the balance of labour demand and supply in South Africa? DNA Economics Executive chairman Elias Masilela on the importance of higher important jobs.
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ASISA CFE Bootcamp
Posted: 05-Sep-2018
Zulaikha Brey presented at the Consumer Financial Education (CFE) camp hosted by Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA).
Everyday, people must make important financial decisions on how to spend, save and invest their money. But they do so in an increasingly complex financial market. For historically disadvantaged individuals in South Africa, these financial decisions can be daunting and risky if they lack a basic understanding of financial concepts.
As part of the financial sector charter, financial service providers are required to design and implement Consumer Financial Education (CFE) programmes to help build the basic knowledge, skills and capabilities of consumers to better manage their money.In 2018, the ASISA Academy developed a course to improve Consumer Financial Education (CFE) efforts in the financial services sector, thus enhancing its impact. The 3-day boot-camp covered a range of topics related to CFE programmes, including the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and impact reporting of CFE programmes.
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DNA Economics presents at ACER 2018
Posted: 14-Aug-2018
Sarah Truen, Linton Reddy and Mmamoletji Oniccah Thosago presented at the 4th Annual Competition and Economic Regulation (ACER) conference. The National Energy Regulator of South Africa, the Competition Commission South Africa and the University of Johannesburg’s Centre for Competition, Regulation and Economic Development hosted the conference in Johannesburg, South Africa.ACER provides a valuable platform for competition authorities and regulators to share knowledge, keep abreast of key developments across the region, and build networks for collaboration between agencies
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Let’s celebrate Africa Day.
Posted: 07-Aug-2018
On the 25th May 2018, the DNA team celebrated Africa Day in a fun and participatory way – by dressing in cultural outfits and sharing different lunch dishes from all over the continent. The day marks the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), and in that spirit our team came together for a meal.
Our African menu consisted of Ethiopian ‘Injera’ flat bread, spicy liklabishi (cabbage) salad, Southern African beef stew and Malta (Central and West African) drink.
We, as a DNA family, share an understanding of the meaning of unity and it was a lovely chance to spend the time together in commemoration of African Union (AU).
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DNA Economics spreads love and wisdom on Mandela Day
Posted: 07-Aug-2018
DNA Economics in Mamelodi
While its expertise is on economic analysis, DNA Economics has also showed that they have a skill in being able to touch the lives of others. In honour of our legend, Nelson Mandela, seven of its staff took time to go and share hope with learners, at Rephafogile Secondary School, in Mamelodi.
During our visit to the school, we were given an opportunity to provide motivational talks to the Grade 12s as they look towards their final exams – which ‘talks’ were well done by the four speakers.
From the office to the school, it was a trip that no one knew what to expect – whether the small gift packs we had prepared would be appreciated, but the response was overwhelming. The learners looked revived and re-energised after the small/ motivational ‘talks’, with the gift packs being a cherry on top. It appeared as though the learners realised that there are people who care about their success.
It was a fulfilling day for DNA Economics and its staff, as we gave meaning to the saying of our Nelson Mandela, when he said "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others”.View Presentation
DNA Economics takes on the JP Morgan Challenge
Posted: 07-Aug-2018
The race started with a bang, thousands of athletes streaming down the narrow and dimly lit streets of Rosebank. The buzz in the air kept us all going strong though and saw everyone finish well. In a surprise turn of events, our very own Matthew Stern came home first in lightning speed and has been proudly holding the title of Fastest Runner at DNA ever since! (We are convinced he was secretly training for the event). His result was followed by the two very impressive performances of Yash Ramkolowan and Ronald Rateiwa. The Corporate Challenge was truly an enjoyable event for all and a wonderful opportunity for the team to bond whilst getting outdoors and promoting healthy lifestyles! We look forward to going back again next year and trying to not only improve our personal times but give Matthew a bit more of a run for his money!
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