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What is the role of XContent in the South African ICT sector? One of the biggest competitive advantages South Africa has is its infrastructure, especially in terms of telecommunications and Internet connection. Our own focus on cloud services began 18…
Let’s address the elephant in the room — South Africa has recently been downgraded to junk status. Despite that, the private sector has remained resilient — could you tell investors why South Africa is still a relevant investment destination? We’ve…
Econometrix has been around since 1992 and you have been at its head since 1995, can you explain the cyclicality of direct investment in South Africa and the importance of it? The country’s cyclicality is very much still a function…
What are the unique competitive advantages of South Africa as a place of investment? South Africa is a real success story, there is a new middle class emerging, more people getting degrees. There are more people going into the work…
Kelsick Insurance Agency was established in 1977 by the late Arthur A. Kelsick, who successfully oversaw its growth until 1993. The agency is currently managed by Scott Kelsick, who has been working in the insurance industry since 1980. For 40…
How would you say the sector has evolved in recent years and how would you compare it to other countries in the region? Traditionally, insurers in Antigua were English-based companies. The country then went through a five year period where…
What is the role of the Ministry in the development of the country? I believe that the main function of the Ministry of National Defense in the development of the country is, in an indirect manner; by cooperating in ensuring…
The International Monetary Fund has stood out that the economy of Paraguay has proved to be resilient in front of the recession in Latin America. What have been the country’s strengths? Historically, Paraguay has been showing macroeconomic stability that has…
A short reflection of his family’s history: Riera´s father, who was of Spanish origin, fled into exile to Paraguay in the period of the Spanish dictatorship, fighting for democracy and freedom in the 50s. On his passing in 2005, all…
