How paying privately for basic services squeezes household budgets
Economist Xhanti Payi discusses the middle class as an economic shock absorber, and how paying privately for transport, schooling or backup power cuts into money left for saving.
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Economist Xhanti Payi discusses the middle class as an economic shock absorber, and how paying privately for transport, schooling or backup power cuts into money left for saving.
The One Young World Summit returns to Africa for the first time since 2013, gathering young leaders working on innovation and entrepreneurship. Sessions are at the CTICC, with the opening ceremony at Green Point Athletic Stadium.
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