Zilungile Mkhize
South Africa’s projected economic growth for 2026 has been revised down to 1.2-percent, highlighting continued pressure from global uncertainty and domestic economic challenges.
This was revealed by Public Service and Administration Minister, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi at the 2026 Continental Economic Governance School.
This is where government leaders from six African countries are meeting in Gauteng to discuss strengthening state capacity and driving inclusive economic growth.
Buthelezi says the main focus is building capable public institutions that can respond to economic disruptions and improve service delivery.
Click below to listent to Buthelezi’s sentiments…
Buthelezi said, “We can not sustain or reduce poverty without creating economic opportunities and we can not create sufficient employment without a growing and a productive economy.”
He added, “We can not achieve other objectives without as state that is capable of formulating sound policies, managing public resources responsibly and implementing programs effectively.”
The program is expected to run throughout the week, where delegates will participate in working groups, panel discussions and collaborative learning sessions.
