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=African National Congress Progressive Business Forum=

INTRODUCTION
Since 1994 the ANC-led government has placed our economy on an incredibly sound and healthy footing despite the general slowdown of the world economy.

Economic growth has occurred at a rate unprecedented in the history of the country. With low inflation, steady interest rates, strong consumer confidence and an increasingly diversified economy, prospects remain even more optimistic for the foreseeable future.

Effective communication between government and the business community has been a vital key to this success. This has traditionally been conducted at the formal level through entities like Nedlac and with organised business groups.

Now in order to better facilitate communication and to help achieve the government's target of 6% growth, the ANC has formed its own business group, the Progressive Business Forum (PBF). This forum has as its primary objective an ongoing two way dialogue between the ANC and the business community.

Membership is open to all reputable business entities and we invite you to join this important group of individuals.

BENEFITS TO MEMBERS
Sustained economic growth and prosperity requires ongoing dialogue between the business community and the country's policymakers. The Progressive Business Forum provides you with the opportunity to contribute to that dialogue by sharing your aspirations and concerns.

As a member you will be part of an informal mechanism for frank and open discussion between the business community and ANC government leaders.
 * In recognition of your subscription you will be invited to events organised specifically for the Progressive Business Forum.
 * The events will be intimate and exclusive and will be structured in a way that maximises honest two-way discussion.
 * PBF membership will provide you with an effective platform to get a clear understanding of government policy as it affects you, and an opportunity for you to express your views and explain the impact of government policy on your business.
 * You will also receive information bulletins and documents from our policy team.

CAN YOU AFFORD NOT TO BELONG?
For information on how to join the Progressive Business Forum, send your details to the following address: **pbf@anc.org.za**. You will be contacted by one of our friendly consultants.


 * From: http://www.anc.org.za/pbf/index.html**