– A Press Release–
The economies of Africa continue to enjoy robust growth rates despite the sluggish growth of the traditional markets. Africa is rapidly emerging as a frontier market driven by high commodity & oil prices, stable macro-economic environments, large investment from the BRIC states and rising internal consumer spending. According to the World Bank, Africa’s GDP growth is likely to reach 5.0 % this year.
The Economist forecasts that seven of the top ten fastest growing economies in the global economy between 2011 and 2015 will be from Africa. However, recent events in Cote d’I voire and Tunisia have shown that Africa’s growth outlook may be derailed by political challenges. Africa will have no less than 17 elections in 2011. As the emerging market of Africa gathers pace, what implications and opportunities will this present for South African business in the re5gional economy.
Join us as we discuss the economic, financial and political prospects for Africa in 2011 with a panel of leading commentators and practitioners, including William Gumede: Development Bank of Southern Africa, Raymond Ndlovu: CEO Africa, Noah Financial Innovation, George Lwanda, Economist, Development Bank of South Africa and Abdullah Verachia , Director, Frontier Advisory.
08h00 – 08h45 - Africa’s Political Outlook, Chair: Geoff Rothschild: Director – Government & International Div. JSE.
08h45 – 09h45 – Africa’s Economic Outlook, Chair: Matthew Birtch: Head of Strategy, Frontier Advisory
10h00 – 11h00 – Africa’s Financial Outlook, Chair: Tamsin Freemantle: Research Analyst – Africa Board, JSE.
Date: Wednesday 2nd February 2011
Registration: 07h45-08h00 – seminar ends at 11h00
Venue: The Johannesburg Stock Exchange, 1 Gwen Lane, Sandton
Parking: Complimentary parking is at the Village Walk Shopping Centre (opposite the JSE)
Cost: R450.00 excl. VAT (R513.00 incl. VAT)
Contact: Renee Montez-Avinir: events@frontieradvisory.com
