South Africa Inc.; the quest for gold; the rush is on for business ventures and investment opportunities in Mandela's new democracy. (South African Pres Nelson Mandela)

From: Black Enterprise | Date: August 1, 1994| Author: | Copyright information

Nelson Mandela's successful ascension to the South African presidency has restored foreign investor confidence despite the transition to to new economic and trade policies. Since the World Bank has changed the country's status from developed to emerging nation, it qualifies for foreign loans.

Most analysts agree that the dismantling of apartheid has created numerous opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs looking to set foot in South Africa, where there are more than 40 million potential consumers. But analysts caution potential investors to temper their enthusiasm for South ...

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