New Fund Launch and Eskom, Transnet Future Debated

Summary

The South African government is introducing a new transformation fund aimed at encouraging more inclusive economic growth. Alongside this, a foot-and-mouth response council has been set up to better handle animal disease outbreaks, protecting the farming sector. There is ongoing concern about the financial health and sustainability of two key state-owned companies, Eskom and Transnet. Experts, including B4SA chair Martin Kingston, discuss whether these utility giants can survive without stronger involvement from the private sector. Investors and businesses are watching closely as the government seeks to balance transformation goals with the urgent need to stabilize critical infrastructure providers. These measures show a mix of proactive response to economic challenges and efforts to ensure long-term growth and stability in South Africa’s economy.