Econ Barry

The automotive industry is South Africa's biggest manufacturer. Its production if mostly for export. Car imports from China and India are surging. What should be done?

The Threat to South Africa’s Biggest Industry Daily Friend (dailyfriend.co.za) March 1, 2026 It’s too early to draw a conclusion. But alarm bells are ringing. Martina Biene, CEO at Volkswagen in the Eastern Cape, says VW’s Kariega plant’s futu…

I'm a great fan of Zimbabwe and its people. But I had a rough start to my recent visit.

Welcome to Zimbabwe The Daily Friend February 22, 2026 Harare, Zimbabwe: Arriving at Harare’s renovated, ultra-modern airport, I paid for my tourist visa and stepped outside. There was a line of taxis, and I approache…