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Walter Sisulu University (WSU) Master of Economics candidate in the Department of Economics and Financial Sciences, Cebo Mawindi, has been shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Nedbank Budget Speech Competition that kickstarted in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Nedbank Budget Speech Competition stands as one of the most prestigious platforms for students to showcase their insights and perspectives on critical economic issues facing South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is a huge platform for me to express my views concerning the economic policies, ideas, and strategies which are being implemented in South Africa. I am very excited to be part of this competition, and I\u2019m looking forward to presenting my ideas in front of judges, competitors, investors, and ministers,\u201d said Mawindi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 29-year-old from Mqanduli will be among 10 post-graduate students from various universities in the country who will be addressing pressing economic challenges concerning the \u201cJust Energy Transition\u201d launched by Eskom in 2020, which seeks to achieve a cleaner and greener energy future by 2050.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The current year\u2019s competition has brought focus to the significant theme \u201cWhat is your view of the \u2018Just Energy Transition\u2019? Discuss the potential impact on the SA economy. Is this a game-changer that will support future growth, or is it another plan doomed to fail?\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It is important to engage with these economic issues, you will learn a lot from them, and it will boost the level of understanding and knowledge, and their ideas will contribute to the existing literature and policies of South Africa.<\/div>\n
Mawindi<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

According to the WSU Department of Economics and Financial Sciences head, Vikela Sithole, Mawindi\u2019s selection as a finalist underscores not only his academic prowess, but also their ability to engage with contemporary issues critically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is a remarkable achievement that reflects not only Mawindi\u2019s dedication and hard work but also the high calibre of education and guidance provided by our esteemed faculty. It is also a testament to the excellence fostered within WSU\u2019s academic community,\u201d said Sithole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finance minister, Enoch Gondongwana, is expected to table the 2024 Budget Speech in Parliament on February 21.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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