The organisation has asked what the government is doing to confront organised criminal syndicates plaguing mining, construction and logistics.
But the index remains in negative territory with load-shedding and souring SA-US relations weighing on confidence.
The proposed tariffs on Chinese-built vessels could have unintended consequences that will hit consumers, local businesses and exports.
Households are bracing for tough times in the light of rising personal income tax and the VAT hike on 1 May.
Many African governments rely heavily on trade taxes for revenue, making it necessary to explore alternative income sources.
Investors have been adjusting their expectations around US monetary policy amid heightened uncertainty about the strength of the US economy.
The government is serious about ensuring a trade balance between the countries.
Housing and utilities and food and non-alcoholic beverages contributed most to annual price inflation in February.
The funds will support raw mineral processing, green hydrogen, transport and digital infrastructure, and pharmaceutical developments.
Budget's VAT-free proposal excludes frozen chicken portions, including the popular supermarket packs of individually quick frozen chicken pieces.
Growth won’t happen if plans don’t turn into action, warns Agbiz.
The current infrastructure focus is geared to spending R402bn on roads and R219.2bn on energy infrastructure.
The countries have agreed to implement one-stop border posts to speed up the movement of goods.
