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The BER focuses primarily on the SA macro-economy and selected economic sectors. For over 55 years, it has been monitoring economic trends and identifying and analyzing the forces, both local and international that affect South African business. With this invaluable perspective, the BER can assist both private and public sector clients to make difficult decisions on economic issues.

www.ber.ac.za

GEM (Global Entrepreneurship Monintor)

The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) research program is an annual assessment of the national level of entrepreneurial activity. The research program, based on a harmonized assessment of the level of national entrepreneurial activity for all participating countries, involves exploration of the role of entrepreneurship in national economic growth. Systematic differences continue, with few highly entrepreneurial countries reflecting low economic growth. There is, further, a wealth of national features and characteristics associated with entrepreneurial activity.

www.gemconsortium.org

South Africa Startup Index (SASI)

Hosted by Wits Business School, will track the progress of local technology start ups. The SASI covers 29 local technology companies include ITWeb, Mxit, iLearing Global South Africa, Atlantic Internet, Freelancentral and Zoopy.

www.wbs.ac.za

Statistics South Africa

Stats SA provide a relevant and accurate body of statistics to inform users on the dynamics in the economy and society through the application of internationally acclaimed practices.
www.statssa.gov.za

2010 Index of Economic Freedom

The Heritage Foundation is a research institute whose mission it is to formulate and promote conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom and values.

www.heritage.org/Index/Ranking.aspx

International Business Report

The International Business Report (IBR), formerly known as the International Business Owners Survey (IBOS), provides insight into the views and expectations of over 7,200 privately held businesses across 36 economies. This unique survey draws upon 17 years of trend data for original participants of IBR's predecessor the European Business Survey (EBS) and 7 years of trend data for original participants of IBOS.

www.internationalbusinessreport.com