Sacob fears Zim affect on region

e’s orders to slash prices.
A large influx of Zimbabweans into South Africa has been reported.
“This was the main issue in July,” said Sacob economist Richard Downing, in the recent outlook of the southern African region’s economic performance.
“We don’t want to climb on the Zimbabwe bandwagon. But there are people who must be looked after, and yet nothing is happening to address the issue. I think the state has a responsibility in this regard,” Downing said.
The business group noted a steady recovery of the South African economy. It, however, warned the recovery may be temporary, as a slowdown in real activity was likely to continue into 2008. – Trust Matsilele