BSE goes electronic
Friday, February 08, 2008

Presenting the 2008/09 Budget speech, Finance Minister Baledzi Gaolathe said Government supports the development of capital markets with projects such as the installation of the CSD on the BSE.
The CSD registers share certificates electronically. Market analysts have welcomed the project, saying it will boost liquidity on the local bourse.
While every citizen, including the Head of State, has the right to voice opinions, the tone and context of the President’s comments were regrettably dismissive and risk chilling free expression in our country. The remarks are not isolated. They form part of a disturbing pattern of public attacks on independent institutions pillars essential to the healthy functioning of our democracy. The Judiciary, the Legislature, and now the media have all...