Speaking at a media event Tuesday, Ballim highlighted constructive momentum from first sovereign rating upgrade since 2005, 2024 coalition government stability and improved power/ports performance.
Water security and infrastructure focus shift economy toward compounding growth post-decade stagnation. Reforms must lock in without political derailment for medium-term acceleration unseen in years.
Commodity surge lifts mining returns—gold/platinum boost Gold Fields, Valterra Platinum. Weaker dollar strengthens rand, aiding overall outlook.
2026 builds momentum sans miracle, per Ballim; coherent policy agenda essential. Private investment plans triple amid reforms.