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“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.” quote by Thabo Mbeki
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“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.”

Thabo Mbeki

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.

Key Takeaway

Support local investment.

Themes

economics investment development

Mood

optimistic strategic

Type

economic policy-oriented

When to use this quote

  • business planning
  • government policy
  • investment forums
  • financial education

Key Concepts

domestic capital economic sovereignty investment strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can policies encourage local investment?
  • What barriers do local investors face?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on foreign capital can create dependency.

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