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Kevin Lings unpacks mini-budget: SA's economic path needs urgent action to avoid stagnation

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Speaking to Alec Hogg on this morning's BizNews Briefing podcast, STANLIB's chief economist Kevin Lings urged swift government action following South Africa’s medium-term budget update, citing low growth projections, high debt, and the need to capitalise on recent optimism. While supportive of public-private partnerships for infrastructure, Lings warns that delayed efforts could waste the nation’s current window of opportunity for economic improvement.
31 Oct 7AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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