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Wandile Sihlobo

@wandilesihlobo

Agricultural economist from South Africa.

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For a decade, we've been told blended finance would turn "billions into trillions." The reality? Just $15 billion annually—less than 0.4% of the $4 trillion needed for SDGs. My reflections from #FfD4 ➡️ open.substack.com/pub/marianamaz… Our recent paper on Blended Finance ➡️

For a decade, we've been told blended finance would turn "billions into trillions." The reality? Just $15 billion annually—less than 0.4% of the $4 trillion needed for SDGs.

My reflections from #FfD4 ➡️ open.substack.com/pub/marianamaz…
Our recent paper on Blended Finance ➡️
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In the current world of trade fragmentation, one area the BRICS countries should consider focusing on more in their deliberations this year is deepening intra-BRICS trade. For South Africa's agriculture, this has been a central input in various discussions for some time,

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The agricultural progress of the last 31 years is admirable and provides a solid foundation for further expansion, with a clear focus on enhancing inclusivity. youtube.com/watch?v=WB5arM…

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I just signed a few copies of “A Country of 2 Agricultures.” The book is relevant to today’s conversation about driving inclusive growth in South Africa’s agriculture. It's available nationwide in all major bookstores and ebook stores.

I just signed a few copies of “A Country of 2 Agricultures.” The book is relevant to today’s conversation about driving inclusive growth in South Africa’s agriculture. It's available nationwide in all major bookstores and ebook stores.
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We are now 31 years into South Africa's democracy, and while daily challenges can often leave one feeling despondent, collectively, we have made significant progress in improving the country's economic conditions. As individuals, we are, on average, better off by roughly one

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What the BRICS countries have not reflected on is the prohibitive tariffs they place against each other, which limit intra-BRICS trade. wandilesihlobo.com/2025/07/06/bri…

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In the current world of trade fragmentation, one area the BRICS countries should consider focusing on more in their deliberations this year is deepening intra-BRICS trade. For South Africa's agriculture, this has been a central input in various discussions for some time,

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The blame, while correct, cannot be placed solely on the U.S. for its higher tariffs; the BRICS countries should also consider taking a serious look inward and assessing how they could deepen intra-trade and increase investments. wandilesihlobo.com/2025/07/06/bri…

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PODCAST: South Africa’s ample grain and oilseed harvest bodes well for food price inflation businesslive.co.za/fm/opinion/202…

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Over the first 31 years since the dawn of democracy, South Africa's agricultural sector has made enormous progress. youtube.com/watch?v=WB5arM…