Cents Quote by Thabo Mbeki
“There is a tendency just to talk about foreign investors. Over 80 per cent of new investment in the South African economy is South African and therefore the engagement of the South African investor is also a critical part of this process.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic policy remarks, South Africa, 2005
Domestic investors play a crucial role in national economic growth, not just foreign capital.
In simple terms: Local investors are vital for growth.
Support local investment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business planning
- government policy
- investment forums
- financial education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies encourage local investment?
- What barriers do local investors face?
Overreliance on foreign capital can create dependency.