Everyone's Guide to the South African Economy

by André Roux

Recession, inflation, interest rates, income tax, exchange rates … We are bombarded with these terms every day - by newspapers, the radio, TV and the internet - but what do they actually mean? And how do they impact on you?
In this updated edition of Everyone’s Guide to the South African Economy, all these issues - and more - are addressed. The book clearly explains and evaluates a wide range of economic occurrences - from the budget and the rand/dollar exchange rate to the balance of payments and the role of the South African Reserve Bank.
The book investigates the causes and consequences of the 2008/2009 global financial and economic crisis, looks at the sub-Saharan African economy, and explores human development issues in South Africa and their implications for policy-making.
If you are baffled by the specialised jargon of economists and bankers and want to know more about the economic forces that subtly dictate your day-to-day existence, Everyone’s Guide to the South African Economy will put you in the picture. This is essential reading for every South African consumer and taxpayer. Economics, after all, is too important to be left to economists.

180 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1920

Reviews

[Niel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book which gives a good summary of economics and the economic situation of South Africa and Africa. You don't need a degree in Economics to understand this.

[Elan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quite a challenge but packed full of valuable information. Very useful as a text book of finance in South Africa.

[Giovanni · Rating 3 out of 5]

Simple, easy to read, a good introduction to some general economic principles, with the South African case as a concrete and detailed example.