Tag: Old Mutual Alternative Investments (OMAI)
The role of private markets in the age of Trumponomics
2024 marked the biggest election year in human history. Over 70 countries held elections, representing more than half the global population. Estimates show that over 80% of incumbent parties lost voter support in 2024 compared to the previous election. This shift made 2024 a significant year for global democracy.
Driving economic growth in South Africa through strategic capital allocation and...
The formation of South Africa’s new Government of National Unity (GNU) bodes well for the consolidation of state reform and pro-growth initiatives, including better performing parastatals, such as Eskom and Transnet. Given that economic growth is essential to spur social development, I believe now is the time to act.
Accelerating black ownership of the economy
With the right investments by state finance institutions supported by private investors, SA could achieve more meaningful and scalable impact. In a recent interview I was asked what my view is on economic transformation within the context of empowerment financing or investment in Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) transactions and companies.
