ABOUT DR ROELOF BOTHA
Dr. Roelof Botha is a leading South African economist and macroeconomic commentator, widely respected for his decades-long contribution to economic research, public policy analysis and media commentary. With more than 40 years of professional experience, Dr. Botha has established himself as a trusted voice on macroeconomic trends, fiscal policy, and socio-economic developments in South Africa and the broader Southern African region.
Dr. Botha holds Honours and Master’s degrees in Economics (both cum laude) from the University of Pretoria and a Doctorate in Economics from the University of Johannesburg (formerly RAU). His academic background underpins a career that spans leadership roles in both public and private economic spheres, including economic policy advisory positions, financial journalism, lecturing and consulting.
Over his career, Dr. Botha has served as:
- Economic policy advisor to the National Treasury of South Africa.
- Financial editor of a daily newspaper.
- Senior lecturer in economics at multiple universities, including the University of Pretoria and the University of Johannesburg.
- Chief economist of the South African Federated Chamber of Industries.
- Visiting lecturer at standout institutions such as the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) and Tshwane University of Technology.
Dr. Botha is also a sought-after keynote speaker, consultant, and columnist, regularly providing insight on macroeconomic issues to media outlets and corporate audiences across the region. His work has encompassed forecasting economic indicators, analysing policy impacts, and advising organisations on strategic responses to economic shifts. He was awarded the Finmedia Economist of the Year for excellence in forecasting key economic indicators.
Today, he continues to influence economic discourse as Joint Managing Director of GOPA Group SA, economic advisor to PricewaterhouseCoopers, and as a trusted presenter on topical macroeconomic developments.
