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We must keep pushing our economy forward with everything we’ve got

13th February 2026

By: Martin Creamer

Creamer Media Editor

     

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The economy has posted four consecutive quarters of growth. There has been a steady reduction in unemployment. Poverty and inequality are down. Economic confidence is up. The performance of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange is good. The average inflation rate is the lowest in two decades. The grey list has been exited.

Sovereign credit ratings have been upgraded. The stronger rand and soaring precious metal prices have gusted the sails of our South African ship with hugely welcome wind. When there is forward momentum of this holistic kind, investment is a MUST and let it be of the maximised public-private kind. As has been pointed out at the highest level, the difference between a temporary lift in growth and a sustained lift in economic trajectory lies in expanding investment. South Africans simply MUST keep pushing our economy forward, with everything at our disposal.

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Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor

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