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OBG introduces the reader to the different aspects of the legal system in South Africa, in partnership with WEBBER WENTZEL. David Lancaster, Senior Partner, Webber Wentzel, talks to OBG.

In conjunction with KPMG South Africa Tax and Legal, OBG explores the taxation system, examining South Africa’s investor-friendly environment. OBG talks to Alan Field, Chairman of Tax and Legal, KPMG South Africa, on mitigating tax avoidance in the new digital age.

The government has made it clear that education is a priority, with more public resources going to the education system than any other sector. The 2013 budget allocates $28bn to education expenditure: $121m for teacher recruitment and up to $975m on facilities upgrades. The budget also includes $85m for developing technical secondary schools. Raising the country’s schools to international...

With the continent’s largest health care sector, South Africa’s government has focused heavy investment in the industry, and its thriving private sector is keeping pace, accounting for about half of overall spending. Indeed, spending on health care in South Africa exceeds the WHO’s recommended levels, with 8.3% of GDP spent in 2011 compared to the suggested 5%. While resources are relatively...

South Africa is home to one of Africa’s most dynamic media markets. The end of apartheid created a new era of freedom in which independent voices have blossomed. A population of over 50m and economic growth provide sound fundamentals. Technological changes can be challenging for traditional outlets, but also provide opportunities for those willing to innovate. Having weathered the international...