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<p>President Cyril Ramaphosa last night closed 20 of the country&#8217;s land borders including the busy Beitbridge border as corona virus infections surge after the holiday break. But with a weakened economy, the President resisted calls to impose further restrictions on economic activity by keeping the country on level 3. Political Analyst, Ongama Mtimka joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


Ramaphosa faces difficult balancing act by keeping SA on level 3 lockdown

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<p>The markets have been filled with festive cheer so far this year.  Many investors are feeling upbeat, motivated by hopes of more economic stimulus and the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines.</p>


2021 should be a year of implementation for SA, says economist

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<p>COVID-19 has accelerated the need for technology in our everyday lives, with Artificial Intelligence having a strong impact on the global economy. A report conducted by PwC last year, shows that AI could grow by $15 trillion by the year 2030. In Africa, we need to look into unlocking our contribution to that growth. Joining CNBC Africa to discuss Africa’s potential in the AI space is Muhtari Adanan, Partner at Xecced Ventures &#038; Xecced LLP.</p>


Here’s how much Africa could add to its economy by extending AI to its financial services

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<p>2020 has been a roller coaster ride for market participants on the Zimbabwean Stock Exchange. Some of the things that affected the bourse were COVID-19, changes in policies, and suspension of trading activity. Joining CNBC Africa to discuss where the Zimbabwean markets are is Batanai Matsika, Head of Research at Morgan &#038; Co.</p>


Zim economy in limps into 2021

Zim economy limps into 2021

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<p>Bitcoin has reached record highs this year, smashing through the $23000 mark yesterday. The cryptocurrency is on a supercharged rally, as interest for it grows, particularly from institutional investors. Some are saying that if  Bitcoin keeps this momentum, it could test $36000 next year. Joining CNBC Africa for a conversation on the cryptocurrency is Tone Vays, Blockchain &#038; Bitcoin Analyst.</p>


What’s behind the Bitcoin’s supercharged rally?

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<p>South Africa’s economy rebounded in the third quarter, recovering lost ground from a devastating second quarter. Although the country still has a long way to go, many are seeing opportunities for growth. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack what lies ahead for South Africa is Mohammed Nalla, a Global Macro Capital Market Strategist.</p>


SA economy: Is the worst over?

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<p>With innovation being a key focus in efforts to boost growth in Africa, we are taking a looking at the technology landscape.</p>


IFS CEO sees growth opportunities for tech in Africa

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<p>2020 is coming to an end and we now need to look at opportunities for the African economy in 2021. There is a massive resurgence of private capital investing in food security and infrastructure in both developed and emerging economies. Greg Swenson, Founding Partner at Brigg Macadam joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


Brigg Macadam’s Greg Swenson sees opportunities for African economy despite pandemic shocks

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<p>Consumer spending has been under pressure this year, with COVID-19 resulting in job losses and a move to online shopping. Black Friday was different this year with less queues, Christmas spending is expected to be lower. We want to know where consumers are putting their money. Joining CNBC Africa for that discussion is Bryan Smith, Content Manager at Wonga; Isana Cordier the Sector Head for Consumer Goods &#038; Services at ABSA CIB and Ester Ochse, Product Head at FNB Money.</p>


COVID-19: How the pandemic shaped consumer spending habits in 2020

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<p>Altron has completed the demerger and separate listing of Bytes. The demerger tops a multi-year turnaround for Altron. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack what this means is Mteto Nyati, CEO of Altron.</p>


Altron completes demerger

Altron completes demerger, separate listing of Bytes

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<p>As we all know, Africa has a looming debt crisis and there are expectations for a boom in international bond issuance in the first quarter of next year. Joining CNBC Africa to look into African debt markets is Mark Bohlund, Senior Credit Analyst at REDD Intelligence.</p>


REDD Intelligence on the outlook for African debt in 2021

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<p>Eskom made a profit of R83 million, in the six months ended September. This is compared to a R1.9 billion loss in the previous comparable period. However, Eskom expects its performance to deteriorate in the second half of the financial year, due to lower demand in the summer season. Eskom CEO, Andre de Ruyte joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


Eskom H1 results with CEO Andre de Ruyte

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<p>Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy has begun to recover as Covid-19 measures imposed in the first half of the year have been lifted.</p>


Absa’s 2021 outlook for SSA economies

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<p>The diamond industry has a long history, with the rising need for innovation and inclusion. With its beneficiation programme, De Beers has been focused on giving opportunities to young people to participate and compete in the diamond industry. CNBC Africa spoke with Pat Dambe, Head of Corporate Affairs at De Beers for more.</p>


De Beers looks to empower the youth with its beneficiation programme

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<p>This week, South Africa’s Health Minister confirmed that South Africa has entered a second wave of COVID-19 infections. This is nine months after businesses stopped almost all economic activity, to slow the spread of the virus. How will the country manage the second wave without putting further pressure on the economy? Martin Kingston, Steering Committee Chairperson at Business for South Africa joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


How SA businesses are responding to second COVID-19 wave

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<p>In a year that initial public offerings have hit record highs across the world, it seems that crickets have found a home in Africa’s largest stock exchange.</p>


How the JSE performed in 2020

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<p>Hylton Kallner will be taking on the role of CEO at Discovery Bank from the first of January next year, replacing Barry Hore. Under Barry’s leadership, the bank built strong growth to over 500 000 accounts and R5 billion in retail deposits. Hylton has nearly 25 years of experience at Discovery Group. He joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


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Ramaphosa faces difficult balancing act by keeping SA on level 3 lockdown

2021 should be a year of implementation for SA, says economist

Here’s how much Africa could add to its economy by extending AI to its financial services

Zim economy limps into 2021

What’s behind the Bitcoin’s supercharged rally?

SA economy: Is the worst over?

IFS CEO sees growth opportunities for tech in Africa

Brigg Macadam’s Greg Swenson sees opportunities for African economy despite pandemic shocks

COVID-19: How the pandemic shaped consumer spending habits in 2020

Altron completes demerger, separate listing of Bytes

REDD Intelligence on the outlook for African debt in 2021

Eskom H1 results with CEO Andre de Ruyte

Absa’s 2021 outlook for SSA economies

De Beers looks to empower the youth with its beneficiation programme

How SA businesses are responding to second COVID-19 wave

How the JSE performed in 2020

Discovery Bank names Hylton Kallner new CEO

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South Africa

Ramaphosa faces difficult balancing act by keeping SA on level 3 lockdown

2021 should be a year of implementation for SA, says economist

Here’s how much Africa could add to its economy by extending AI to its financial services

Zim economy limps into 2021

What’s behind the Bitcoin’s supercharged rally?

SA economy: Is the worst over?

IFS CEO sees growth opportunities for tech in Africa

Brigg Macadam’s Greg Swenson sees opportunities for African economy despite pandemic shocks

COVID-19: How the pandemic shaped consumer spending habits in 2020

Altron completes demerger, separate listing of Bytes

REDD Intelligence on the outlook for African debt in 2021

Eskom H1 results with CEO Andre de Ruyte

Absa’s 2021 outlook for SSA economies

De Beers looks to empower the youth with its beneficiation programme

How SA businesses are responding to second COVID-19 wave

How the JSE performed in 2020

Discovery Bank names Hylton Kallner new CEO

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