There are a number of positives trends for the country’s economy and also emerging from last week’s 2026 Budget speech; however, several constraints still linger and provide challenges to key industries such as the construction industry. This was highlighted by independent economic consulting and research firm Econometrix director and chief economist Dr Azar Jammine, speaking during construction materials company AfriSam’s Annual Budget Breakdown event, in Sandton, on March 3.
