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How the current state of public transport impacts employment in South Africa

Unemployment is a persistent challenge that the South African labour market is facing.

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Revitalisation of industrial parks

Programme to support the construction of infrastructure that enables both public and private investors to establish industrial parks or special economic development zones or upgrade old infrastructure in an existing industrial park.

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Anglo American Municipal Capacity Development Programme

Many mining operations are located in rural areas, where the population is predominantly dependent on social grants due to widespread poverty and unemployment.

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The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) Releases Interim Financial Results For The Period Ending September 30, 2023

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How water reuse can save South Africa’s looming water deficit

Resource scarcity is a glaring reality for many countries around the world. Sadly, the decline of the available resources cannot be ignored or avoided any longer.

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How DBSA strives to improve energy development in South Africa

Global electricity consumption has dramatically increased in the past few decades, with even a higher demand due to the rapid growth in the population.

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How Africa can prioritise digital infrastructure to boost its socio-economic status

To keep up with global advancements and digital literacy, the African continent must develop better digital infrastructure. This article will explore which developments must be prioritised and how the DBSA can aid.

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DBSA mandate is economic prosperity for the Southern African region

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Steps For Realising Gender Mainstreaming In Africa

To fully adopt gender mainstreaming, the three levels of gender mainstreaming must be performed. This article explores these levels and how Africa can join.

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What Role Do Businesses Play In Improving Social Infrastructure?

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The DBSA Partners with Green Climate Fund to Bolster the Department of Water and Sanitation’s Efforts Towards Climate Resilient Water Security

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What African Countries Can Do To Achieve Net Zero Goals By 2050

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How DBSA powers rural communities through tech infrastructure development

The provision of electricity, among other tech advancements, play an integral role in empowering rural communities.

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How to bridge the digital literacy gap between cities and small towns

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How the digital revolution can benefit South African youth

The coronavirus pandemic has made digital learning and working commonplace, and our next generation is in the thick of it. What are the benefits of a digital world for our children? This article will discuss.

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How the public and private sectors can promote social justice across Africa

Africa faces an unequal distribution of wealth, resources and opportunities. For the continent to reach its full potential, private and public stakeholders must work to promote social justice. This article will explore how.

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Water & Sanitation: Every Drop, Every Bit Counts

Water and sanitation is a big focus area for the DBSA. To promote socio-economic development, especially in rural areas, we must improve our supply of water and sanitation. This article will discuss how and the DBSA’s involvement.

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Gender Mainstreaming Requirements from Private and Public Sectors

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Youth entrepreneurial development to uplift Africa

How youth entrepreneurial development can uplift Africa

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How can we reduce the carbon footprint in Africa?

To ensure a sustainable future for Africans and global citizens alike, steps must be taken to reduce our carbon footprint. In this article, we’ll explore some of the ways to make a difference – across government, businesses, and civil society.