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We understand the potential benefits of the technology, and support continued advances in molecular biology, the underlying science. But we are critics of the business models and regulatory systems that have characterized early deployment of these technologies. GE has proved valuable in some areas (as in the contained use of engineered bacteria in pharmaceutical development), and some GE applications could turn out to play a useful role in food production. Thus far, however, GE applications in agriculture have only made the problems of industrial monocropping worse. Rather than supporting a more sustainable agriculture and food system with broad societal benefits, the technology has been employed in ways that reinforce problematic industrial approaches to agriculture. Policy decisions about the use of GE have too often been driven by biotech industry public relations campaigns, rather than by what science tells us about the most cost-effective ways to produce abundant food and preserve the health of our farmland. These are a few things policy makers should do to best serve the public interest: Expand research funding for public crop breeding programs , so that a broad range of non-GE as well as GE crop varieties will remain available. Expand public research funding and incentives to further develop and adopt agroecologically based farming systems. Take steps—such as changes in patent law—to facilitate independent scientific research on GE risks and benefits . Take a more rigorous, independently verified approach to GE product approvals , so that products do not come to market until their risks and benefits are understood through non-biased review. Support food labeling laws that require foods containing GE crops to be clearly identified as such—not because GMOs represent a significant health risk, but so consumers can make informed decisions about which agricultural products and practices they support.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Africa Agriculture]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaAgriculture/agriculture-gmos</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaAgriculture/agriculture-gmos</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2020 22:21:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Export markets</title> <description>Plan your market entry the right way – use market research to learn your product’s potential in a given market, the best prospects for success, and the market’s business practices before you first export. If you’re just ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/top_10_uk_export_markets_zanran.jpg" alt="In Top 10 UK Export Markets" align="left" /><p>Plan your market entry the right way – use market research to learn your product’s potential in a given market, the best prospects for success, and the market’s business practices before you first export. If you’re just beginning to sell internationally, narrow your focus by concentrating on no more than two or three best-prospect markets. Use our Step-by-Step research guidelines to get started. Country Commercial Guides (CCGs) If you are looking for detailed foreign market intelligence, the U.S. Commercial Service’s Country Commercial Guides were written by U.S. Embassy trade experts worldwide and include: Market Overview, Challenges, Opportunities & Entry Strategies Political Environment Selling U.S. Products and Services Leading Sectors for U.S. Exports and Investment Trade Regulations, Customs and Standards Investment Climate Statement Trade and Project Financing Business Travel Agricultural Goods Market Research Reports Tariff Schedules, Trade Missions, GAIN Reports, and Specific Country Data and Information - all focusing on exporters of agricultural goods and commodities. Market reports on processed and finished agricultural products can also be found in the Country Commercial Guides.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Imports And Exports]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/ImportsAndExports/export-markets</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/ImportsAndExports/export-markets</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2020 22:17:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Agricultural Development</title> <description>Land is an incredibly valuable asset that represents many different things. Land is, first and foremost, a place to call home. For many, it also serves as a critical means of production that they depend on for their livelihoods ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/talent_development_in_agriculture_a_call.jpg" alt="Talent Development in" align="left" /><p>Land is an incredibly valuable asset that represents many different things. Land is, first and foremost, a place to call home. For many, it also serves as a critical means of production that they depend on for their livelihoods. Finally, land is inextricably linked to a community's history and culture. Yet, as important as land ownership may be, 70% of the world's population still lacks access to proper land titling or demarcation. This carries a host of negative consequences: when people have to live with the constant threat of potential eviction, they are more likely to remain or become poor, and cannot invest in their land with confidence. Conversely, stronger land rights can be a powerful tool for economic development and poverty reduction. That is why the World Bank is working with client countries to build legal and institutional frameworks that effectively protect land tenure - including for vulnerable groups such as women and indigenous peoples. In this video, World Bank Practice Manager Jorge Muñoz describes in greater depth how the institution is bolstering land tenure around the world as part of its mission to eliminate poverty and boost shared prosperity.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Africa Agriculture]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaAgriculture/agricultural-development</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaAgriculture/agricultural-development</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2020 22:07:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Industrial Revolution in Africa</title> <description>Opinion by David William Pear Hillary Clinton to Africa… “Get over it”. “For goodness sakes, this is the 21st century. We've got to get over what happened 50, 100, 200 years ago and let's make money for everybody. That's ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/how_africas_natural_resources_can_drive.jpg" alt="Gold is among the resources" align="left" /><p>Opinion by David William Pear Hillary Clinton to Africa… “Get over it”. “For goodness sakes, this is the 21st century. We've got to get over what happened 50, 100, 200 years ago and let's make money for everybody. That's the best way to try to create some new energy and some new growth in Africa.” "I think part of what's hampered advancement in Africa is that for many years we've made excuses about corruption or poor governance, that this was somehow the consequence of neo-colonialism, or the West has been oppressive, or racism – I'm not a big – I'm not a believer in excuses.” Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama have spoken the Washington consensus on African colonization. The London, Paris, Rome, Bonn, and the other entire colonial powers consensus is the same as well. Not just on Africa either, but on all colonialism, including empire today; and imperialism, the stealing of other peoples lands, the genocides, wars and the ethnic cleansings, and the intentional destruction of economic progress in newly independent post-colonial countries. The consensus is telling the rest of the impoverished world that the white man’s burden was heavy and long. Yes, they made some mistakes, but they meant well. They just wanted to civilize the world, teach it Christianity, save souls and take native peoples under their protective wings as the children of God: “Let us subdue savage Africa by JUSTICE, by KINDNESS, by the talisman of CHRISTIAN TRUTH” [1]. And if the colonialists made a few bucks doing it the entire better. The colonial powers are collectively saying that they deserve to carry no guilt or shame. They have no responsibility or obligation nor owe any reparations for the past. In fact, they greatly resent even being reminded of their ancestors’ trespasses and their continuing transgressions. It is time that the world forgets; get over it, stop making excuses and deny it ever happened. The empires are still protecting what they see as their turf. Colonization was the deliberate policy of extracting raw materials from colonies. The raw materials were taken by the use of force and gun-boat diplomacy. Raw materials were taken from colonies so that they could be used to feed the industrial revolution and the economic development of the more powerful countries. The British Empire was not the first empire of extraction but it became the most influential in developing cheap manufactured mass production during the industrial revolution. Cheap mass production depended on the ability to extract even cheaper raw materials, use exploitative cheap labor to manufacture value-added finished goods for trade. Gunboat diplomacy was used to open world markets for England’s mass production. In so doing they became the “Walmart” of their day, destroying competition from craftsmen and cottage industries with cheap goods. Craftsmen, peasants and their families unable to sustain themselves then flooded into cites looking for work in the factories for survival. Cotton, known then as White-Gold, is a good place to start the story of colonialism and the industrial revolution. Cotton was king. It was as important in world trade in the18th and 19th century as oil is in the 20th and 21st century. Empires were built, continents colonized, wars fought, people enslaved, lands stolen, genocide committed and ethnic groups cleansed for cotton. Today cotton is still an important export product for America, Africa and India. However, much of the manufacturing into finished cotton products is now done in China and other developing cheap-labor countries. Often the conditions of the workers in these countries is as dehumanizing to children, women and slave labor as it was during the industrial revolution in England; and later in the US.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Sub Saharan Africa]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/SubSaharanAfrica/industrial-revolution-in-africa</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/SubSaharanAfrica/industrial-revolution-in-africa</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 22:07:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>GDP per continent</title> <description>GDP per capita is gross domestic product divided by midyear population. In Nominal method, market exchange rates are used for conversion. This ranking is based on IMF World Economic Outlook (October-2014). Luxembourg is richest ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/global_population_by_continent_2015_statistic.jpg" alt="• Global population by" align="left" /><p>GDP per capita is gross domestic product divided by midyear population. In Nominal method, market exchange rates are used for conversion. This ranking is based on IMF World Economic Outlook (October-2014). Luxembourg is richest country of world on exchange rate basis. GDP (nominal) per capita of Luxembourg is estimated at 111, 716 USD in 2014. Per capita income of Luxembourg is 10.27 times greater than world average $10, 880. GDP (Nominal) per capita of Luxembourg is increased by $1, 410 in 2014. Norway is second and Qatar is at third place. Top ten richest countries in 2014 are : Luxembourg, Norway, Qatar, Switzerland, Australia, Denmark, Sweden, San Marino, Singapore, United States. In top ten, GDP per capita of 5 countries has decreased in 2014 compare to 2013. In this list, six countries are located in Europe continent, two are located in Asia and one each is located in Oceania and North America continent. 8 countries has population of less than 10 millions. Only Australia (23 millions) and United States (320 millions) has population more than 10 millions. Change in Top 10: Denmark displaced Sweden to become 6th richest country of the world. Per capita income of Denmark is increased by 614 USD, while Per capita income of Sweden is decreased by 1, 595 USD. Change in Top 11-20: Rank of Canada is down by 4 place from 11 to 15 after decreasing per capita income about $1, 995. United Kingdom (19) has entered in top 20 after increament of 3, 833 USD. Rank of Ireland (11), Iceland (14) is moved up by 2 place. Rank of Finland (16) has down by 1 position. Continent-wise - Top 3: Asia : 1. Qatar, 2. Singapore, 3. United Arab Emirates. Africa : 1. Equatorial Guinea, 2. Seychelles, 3. Gabon. Europe : 1. Luxembourg, 2. Norway, 3. Switzerland. North America : 1. United States, 2. Canada, 3. The Bahamas. South America : 1. Uruguay, 2. Chile, 3. Argentina. Oceania : 1. Australia, 2. New Zealand, 3. Palau.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Africa Gdp Per Capita]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaGdpPerCapita/gdp-per-continent</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaGdpPerCapita/gdp-per-continent</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2020 22:04:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>African countries economy</title> <description>The WBG strategy for Africa builds on opportunities for growth and poverty reduction to support structural transformation, economic diversification and inclusion within the new development finance framework. The region is made up ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/country_notes_african_economic_outlook.jpg" alt="African Economic Outlook" align="left" /><p>The WBG strategy for Africa builds on opportunities for growth and poverty reduction to support structural transformation, economic diversification and inclusion within the new development finance framework. The region is made up of a combination of low-income, lower-middle income, upper-middle income, and high income countries. 18 countries are Fragile and Conflict-affected States. Africa also has 13 small states. The Bank is responding to this diversity by providing a wide range of instruments – both traditional and innovative - tailored to the needs of the countries. The strategy focuses on the following priority areas: Agricultural productivity . There is a continuing need to accelerate progress in boosting agricultural productivity and output in Africa. Supporting smallholders through investment in improved technologies, rural financial services, and better access to markets is vital. Equally important is the push to boost agribusiness investments and improve land and water management by adopting modern irrigation practices, preventing conflicts over water resources and implementing climate-smart agriculture solutions. Affordable and reliable energy . Increasing access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy is a primary objective of the Bank’s work in Africa as inadequate electricity supply remains the greatest infrastructure obstacle in Africa. Africa’s poor are likely to be hit hardest by climate change, particularly changes in temperature and rainfall patterns. Investing in climate change adaptation techniques and disaster risk management will remain top priority. To build climate resilience, countries will need help to both mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change and ensure food security. The Africa Climate Business Plan, presented at COP21, lays out a work program to help on both fronts. Regional integration in Africa remains a critical piece of our strategy to improve connectivity, leverage economies of scale, and enhance productivity. Urbanization . Integrated urban planning, addressing water, sanitation, transport, housing, power and governance, will be vital to making urbanization a true driver of productivity and income growth, and are at the core of our work in Africa. High quality human capital. Each year in Africa and for the next decade, 11 million youth will enter the job market. Young Africans must be equipped with the right skills and training. There is still a mismatch between what African students are learning and the skills employers are actually seeking. To help bridge this gap, the Bank has launched initiatives to boost STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) across the region. Knowledge is essential to our effort to improve development outcomes and make aid more effective. Country Economic Updates, produced in consultation with clients and other stakeholders, help promote substantive discussions around key policy issues. Analytical work on structural transformation, on macroeconomic vulnerabilities, on fragility and poverty, on improving governance, but also on more specific areas such as the management of drylands, addressing the challenges of the Sahel, improving development outcomes in the Horn of Africa, and tapping the opportunities in land reform, urbanization, and demography are also underway.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[African Countries]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricanCountries/african-countries-economy</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricanCountries/african-countries-economy</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:01:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Business Visa For South Africa</title> <description>A business visa in South Africa is designed for foreign applicants who wish to invest into: An existing business, or a new business. It affords entrepreneurs the opportunity to enter and stay in South Africa and to run their own ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/standard_requirements_immigration_south_africa.jpg" alt="Passport and Visa" align="left" /><p>A business visa in South Africa is designed for foreign applicants who wish to invest into: An existing business, or a new business. It affords entrepreneurs the opportunity to enter and stay in South Africa and to run their own business. Below we look at some of the more salient highlights of the business visa and provide you with the opportunity to explore these points in more detail. Background to the business visa In June of 2014 new regulations were published by the Department of Home Affairs which saw some sweeping changes to certain permit and visa categories. The business visa was one of these categories. The new regulations come from a framework of both protecting opportunities for locals, whilst encouraging business people who will add value to the South African economy and community. As such various government bodies and stakeholders had input into the new business visa criteria resulting in an increase in the minimum investment amount, waiver opportunities to decrease this and the securing of positions for South Africans within the business. Who can apply for a business visa A business visa in South Africa can be applied for by those seeking temporary and /or permanent residency in the Republic who wish to set up and run their own business. The business can be a start up, a purchased company or a partnership. Please note if you are a corporate seeking to expand your operations into South Africa, a business visa is probably not the correct route. Rather you should view our information here on setting up an external company or branch. What is the eligibility criteria? Qualifying for a business visa can be broken down into 2 areas, the applicants themselves and their good standing and the proposed business. Below we look at the eligibility of the business. Investment into the business – There is a minimum investment into the business required of ZAR 5 million. This amount can be reduced with a waiver application for certain businesses. Creation of jobs – The South African business visa is designed to encourage the creation of jobs and as such the business visa holder must employ 60% of its workforce from South African labour Contribution to South Africa and good standing – When making an application for a business visa you will be required to make various registrations, these are designed to ensure compliance with tax and workers obligations that you will incur. Desirable or Undesirable – A business visa application will not be successful if the proposed business is of an undesirable nature Where to start? Before committing to the business visa route you should also review your options, this may not be the best way, although it is the most obvious one, for you to proceed.Please read through our article on Starting a business as a foreigner/ to review your options or contact us. Ensure you are eligible for a business visa. The application process is complex and time consuming with very specific criteria. Proceeding with an application without professional guidance may well result in wasted time, effort and money. When to start? Allow yourself ample time. Once the best route has been decided successful applications take time to compile properly. Various government departments are involved and structures and plans need to be formed. We recommend a period of at least 6 months prior to the date you wish to move. Getting help? Commencing any business is a detailed and complex process, but when establishing a business in a foreign country the process becomes all the more complex. At Intergate we understand that setting up a business in South Africa means you need to be given expert, qualified and comprehensive advice that enables you to make the right decisions. We also understand that your business, is in business, to be successful and it requires your time and effort to make this happen. That’s why we are here you can leave the time consuming process of a business visa application to us. We make the process as smooth and hassle free as possible. We have assisted hundreds of clients since our inception in 2003 and are rightly proud of our reputation as the go-to immigration company for obtaining your business visa in South Africa. Getting help with your visa or permit application We welcome the opportunity to consult with you as to your eligibility for a visa /permit and answer any questions you may have with no obligation.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Africa Business]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaBusiness/business-visa-for-south-africa</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaBusiness/business-visa-for-south-africa</guid> <pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2020 21:57:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Per capita income of Kenya</title> <description>AboutGNI per capita (formerly GNP per capita) is the gross national income, converted to U.S. dollars using the World Bank Atlas method, divided by the midyear population. GNI is the sum of value added by all resident producers ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/against_jebel_al_lawz_a_blog.jpg" alt="The proportion of national" align="left" /><p>AboutGNI per capita (formerly GNP per capita) is the gross national income, converted to U.S. dollars using the World Bank Atlas method, divided by the midyear population. GNI is the sum of value added by all resident producers plus any product taxes (less subsidies) not included in the valuation of output plus net receipts of primary income (compensation of employees and property income) from abroad. GNI, calculated in national currency, is usually converted to U.S. dollars at official exchange rates for comparisons across economies, although an alternative rate is used when the official exchange rate is judged to diverge by an exceptionally large margin from the rate actually applied in international transactions. To smooth fluctuations in prices and exchange rates, a special Atlas method of conversion is used by the World Bank. This applies a conversion factor that averages the exchange rate for a given year and the two preceding years, adjusted for differences in rates of inflation between the country, and through 2000, the G-5 countries (France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States). From 2001, these countries include the Euro area, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Africa Gdp Per Capita]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaGdpPerCapita/per-capita-income-of-kenya</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/AfricaGdpPerCapita/per-capita-income-of-kenya</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2020 21:26:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>What is Export marketing?</title> <description>A successful export manager recently told me that many years ago he made an overseas business trip to a major country in Asia. As an afterthought, he decided to stop by a small country that he had never visited before. Much to ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/export_marketing_how_to_make.jpg" alt="Guide to exporting" align="left" /><p>A successful export manager recently told me that many years ago he made an overseas business trip to a major country in Asia. As an afterthought, he decided to stop by a small country that he had never visited before. Much to his surprise, he was able to develop a reasonable amount of business developed from his side trip that continues even today. Read More Exporting is the most traditional and well-established form of market entry strategies. Simply stated, exporting refers to the marketing of goods produced in one country into another. While exporting requires no direct manufacturing in a foreign country, successful exporting warrants a need for significant investments in marketing-related initiatives. Done right it can be an expensive but lucrative proposition. Read More Imagine for a moment that the dress shirt you are wearing today was actually produced for a large upscale retailer in the United States by a mega company based in Hong Kong (China). On further research you find that the shirt was actually manufactured in Singapore with fabric from Pakistan and buttons from Japan. Better still, it could have been manufactured in any of 25 countries where this Hong Kong-based company has branches. This is a truly global shirt that has probably traveled farther than many of us involved in international trade. Read More Isn’t it remarkable how social media has enriched our professional lives? From the comfort of our desk chair, we can find new customers, learn from experts, keep current on industry trends, and network with other exporters. I’ve shared with you my essential LinkedIn groups for exporters, and now I want to let you know about several of my favorite Twitter accounts to follow. I’ve identified (in alphabetical order) the top 11 export thought leaders you should follow on Twitter. Their tweets offer insightful, practical ways to improve your export knowledge, learn more about export regulations, and stay up-to-date with trade initiatives. Read More How often do you pass out business cards? Those ubiquitous 3.5-by-2-inch pieces of paper are becoming more and more rare—the internet has made it easy for people in any country and in any industry to network while in their pajamas. Thanks to online professional networks like LinkedIn, exporters can reach out to customers, find new markets, converse with industry peers, and even get answers to the toughest export-related questions… all without even speaking a word! Here are 13 essential LinkedIn groups you can use to network, increase your knowledge, and interact with customers. Read More The sales team can be your biggest ally and supporter when communicating with your international customer. However, your sales team may not know about changing compliance issues or the fines and penalties that may face your firm if compliance is not a part of their day-to-day activities. Read More When I meet with new clients, I normally review their current international marketing and operations. Oftentimes I find the same core issues that hold companies back from reaching their potential. Here is what I find: Read More Many companies begin their journey into international markets through country representatives or distributors. Oftentimes these representatives seek out your company at trade shows or online and approach staff with offers to represent your products in their home country. Read More Most companies realize that there are many international markets where they can export their products and services. But to maximize sales in another market, there are different requirements and expectations from customers. The question is: How much should you change your product for export markets? Read More</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Imports And Exports]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/ImportsAndExports/what-is-export-marketing</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/ImportsAndExports/what-is-export-marketing</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 21:25:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>South African political economy</title> <description>Political and Economic Stability in South Africa: An Overview By H.E. David Jacobs, South African Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic. POLITICAL STABILITY As an emerging economy, South Africa has not remained completely ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/presentation_presentation_by_cde_khwezi_mabasa.jpg" alt="Challenges of Post-Apartheid" align="left" /><p>Political and Economic Stability in South Africa: An Overview By H.E. David Jacobs, South African Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic. POLITICAL STABILITY As an emerging economy, South Africa has not remained completely unaffected by the turmoil in other emerging economies world-wide, especially in Asia, and lately also in Russia. This negatively affected investor confidence in these countries. The fact, however, that we were able to weather this storm so successfully, including an assault on our currency, reflects positively on the inherent strength of our economy; on the soundness of our economic and fiscal policies; and above all, on the political stability in South Africa. South Africa's peaceful and stable transition to democracy, universally recognised as one of the major achievements of the 20th Century, is not a coincidence or a mere short-term success: the realities in South Africa, which made this miraculous transition possible, are still in place and guarantee future stability. Political stability is the key to investor confidence, especially in today's world. It is, therefore, essential to take a closer look at those factors, external and internal, which are guaranteeing continued political stability in South Africa. INTERNATIONAL DIMENSION Besides large-scale foreign investment in South Africa, there are also vested foreign interests in various other fields which ensure continued foreign involvement in South Africa. Let me mention a few examples: a) Large and longstanding investments by leading European companies and increasingly also from the USA, guarantee the continued interest and involvement in developments in South Africa by the international community. Noteworthy is the fact that major concerns, who have been involved heavily and over a long period, and who are therefore well-acquainted with the realities in South Africa, are in the forefront as far as new investments in South Africa are concerned (the German company BMW is a prime example). Coupled with this are the large and well-established foreign communities in South Africa, especially from Europe (such as Greece, Portugal, the UK and Germany), which represent a further guarantee for continued international interest and involvement in South Africa.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[South African Economy]]></category> <link>http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/SouthAfricanEconomy/south-african-political-economy</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.zambiahuntingexpeditions.com/SouthAfricanEconomy/south-african-political-economy</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2020 21:18:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> </channel></rss>If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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