The 1990s were the decade of transition from white rule to black rule in South Africa. In the political sphere the transition was dramatic. In the economic sphere less so, yet the effects were and are likely to be far more far reaching. It is the economic impacts which are likely to determine the future of the country.
With the exception of the diamond-rich Botswana, all the countries of Africa which underwent the transition from white to black rule experienced economic decline. Is this to be the fate of South Africa? How was and is South Africa's historical role as the world's leading...

The most vicious and sadistic killer in Chicago's history is on the loose during the winter of 1984 Leaving no clues and seemingly killing at random, the Chicago p.d are locked in a race against time to stop him before he kills again. Set against the backdrop of one of the worst winters ever in Chicago, Lost In The City draws you into the story of a young cop, Sam Carter, and his seasoned partner, Frank Miller, as they decide to take it upon themselves to catch the killer. Little do they realise it will force them to battle not only the elements but also the entire Chicago pd as well as...

South Africa has undergone a financial revolution since 1950 when the financial structure was colonial. By 1990 the situation had changed and new institutions emerged. This book looks at some of these institutions including the first Afrikaner banks, merchant banks and discount houses.