The South African Reserve Bank is expected to announce its latest decision on the repo rate on Thursday. With inflation currently at a subdued 2.7%, some economists are calling for a rate cut to stimulate growth. 

However, others caution that global economic uncertainties and domestic structural challenges may justify maintaining the current rate. Peter Ndoro spoke to Frank Blackmore, Head Economist at KPMG South Africa.

The South African Reserve Bank is expected to announce its latest decision on the repo rate on Thursday. With inflation currently at a subdued 2.7%, some economists are calling for a rate cut to stimulate growth.&nbsp;
However, others caution that global economic uncertainties and domestic structural challenges may justify maintaining the current rate. Peter Ndoro spoke to Frank Blackmore, Head Economist at KPMG South Africa.

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SA Reserve Bank expected to announce latest decision on repo rate

Zimbabwe is once again under the spotlight as the United Nations steps up its engagement on gender equality.

The UN Women Deputy Executive Director, Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, is in the country this week, at a time when global funding shifts are placing pressure on development programmes worldwide.

So what does this visit mean for women and girls in Zimbabwe and how will hard-won gains be protected?

To discuss this, we're joined by Loveness Makonese, the UN Women Country Representative for Zimbabwe....

Zimbabwe is once again under the spotlight as the United Nations steps up its engagement on gender equality.
The UN Women Deputy Executive Director, Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, is in the country this week, at a time when global funding shifts are placing pressure on development programmes worldwide.
So what does this visit mean for women and girls in Zimbabwe and how will hard-won gains be protected?
To discuss this, we're joined by Loveness Makonese, the UN Women Country Representative for Zimbabwe....

UN steps up gender quality efforts in Zimbabwe 

More than 2.3 million children in Zambia have returned to school following the government's decision to introduce free education, a policy introduced after President Hakainde Hichilema came into office in 2021.

Education Minister Douglas Syakalima says the policy is rescuing children from the streets and helping shape a more disciplined and productive generation.

But while access has expanded dramatically, questions remain about quality, resources, and sustainability.

To unpack this, Aaron Chansa, Executive Director of the National Action for Quality Education in Zambia, NAQEZ....

More than 2.3 million children in Zambia have returned to school following the government's decision to introduce free education, a policy introduced after President Hakainde Hichilema came into office in 2021.
Education Minister Douglas Syakalima says the policy is rescuing children from the streets and helping shape a more disciplined and productive generation.
But while access has expanded dramatically, questions remain about quality, resources, and sustainability.
To unpack this, Aaron Chansa, Executive Director of the National Action for Quality Education in Zambia, NAQEZ....

Zambia's free education policy receive massive school enrolment boost

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS)  is experiencing lower-than-optimal blood stock levels, and stabilising supply is critical for patient care.  The organisation says that while Group O and Group B are particularly important due to their compatibility and emergency use, all blood groups are urgently needed.  They have highlighted that January donations drop every year due to holiday travel, limited drives and disrupted routines.  The organisation is calling on the public to go and donate, detailing that a single 30-minute donation can save up to three lives.  To discuss this issue further, is the SANBS's Senior Manager: Marketing, Communication and Brand Johannesburg.

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) &nbsp;is experiencing lower-than-optimal blood stock levels, and stabilising supply is critical for patient care. &nbsp;The organisation says that while Group O and Group B are particularly important due to their compatibility and emergency use, all blood groups are urgently needed. &nbsp;They have highlighted that January donations drop every year due to holiday travel, limited drives and disrupted routines. &nbsp;The organisation is calling on the public to go and donate, detailing that a single 30-minute donation can save up to three lives. &nbsp;To discuss this issue further, is the SANBS's Senior Manager: Marketing, Communication and Brand Johannesburg.

SA Reserve Bank expected to announce latest decision on repo rate

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