Despite being overtaken by Nigeria as the largest economy on the continent, South Africa is still number one in terms of income, with a GDP per capita of $6618 in 2013. The economy has been expanding at a substantially faster rate under democratic rule: between 1980 and 1994 average annual real GDP growth rates stood at 1.4%, whereas between 1998 and 2012 the figure was at 3.2%. South Africa...
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Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: South Africa 2014
In April 2014 South Africans celebrated the 20th anniversary of both the end of apartheid and the creation of the modern Republic of South Africa. These two events highlight just how far South Africa has come in the past two decades, during which the nation’s numerous assets have contributed to its rise as one of Africa’s leading economic and diplomatic players.
This section includes information on hotels, government and other listings, alongside useful tips for visitors on topics like currency, visas, language, communications, dress, business hours and electricity.
Chapter | Legal Framework from The Report: Egypt 2014
OBG introduces the reader to the different aspects of the legal system in Egypt, in partnership with Helmy, Hamza & Partners.
This chapter includes a viewpoint from Mohamad Talaat, Co-Managing Partner, Helmy, Hamza & Partners.
In conjunction with Deloitte, OBG explores the taxation system, examining Egypt’s investor-friendly environment.
Chapter | Health & Education from The Report: Egypt 2014
The largest country in the Arab world, Egypt has well-established medical facilities. However, the health sector faces significant challenges in caring for a rapidly growing population using a system hampered by structural weaknesses. In its 2014 constitution, the Egyptian government pledged to devote 3% of GDP to health care. With pressing matters of security and political stability facing...