We are pleased to invite you to our IHS Markit Regional Economic Data Forum. Date: Wednesday, 30 August 2017 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Venue: Hunters Rest Protea Hotel, R24 Rustenburg / Krugersdorp Road Agenda: see attached RSVP: johan.boshoff@ihsmarkit.com, phone 012 622 9660, or accept the attached meeting request Are the North West province and Tshwane metro protected from the local and international geopolitical turmoil? Global economic activity appears to have turned a corner during the first quarter of 2017. Stronger investment spending in the East, combined with higher US growth prospects, supported international commodity prices and overall growth prospects for the Sub-Saharan African region. Nevertheless, Sub-Saharan Africa’s economic recovery remains fragile, with commodity price risks and fiscal consolidation prospects remaining a potential drag on economic activity. IHS Markit experts will help you gain insight into the risks and opportunities resulting from global and regional events, as well as discuss the progress made towards meeting the development goals set out in the National Development Plan. Specifically, the Community Survey 2016 results will be analyzed to determine if South Africa is making significant progress in solving its vast socioeconomic challenges. Join our award-winning experts for insights that can help you better understand and navigate risks, as well as seize opportunities in the province and metro.