Dr Roelof Botha

Dr. Botha has published over 2,000 articles and research reports, and his expertise has been sought by more than 1,000 organizations, including companies, employer organizations, and public sector institutions. His keen analysis of macroeconomic and socio-political trends in Southern Africa has been widely recognized. Currently, he serves as the economic advisor to the Optimum Investment Group and contributes to several national and regional publications, including Media24, Die Burger, BetterBond Property Brief, and The Bright Side by Currencies Direct.

Affectionately known as Doc Roelof, he is renowned for his balanced perspective on South Africa’s socio-economic prospects, which have been improving since the post-Covid era. The nation is recovering from a decade of state capture and economic mismanagement, thanks to a new economic policy that emphasizes public/private partnerships. This approach is gaining momentum under South Africa’s government of national unity, which is committed to free enterprise principles.

Dr. Botha’s accurate predictions include the GDP growth rate for 2023, the strength of the US exchange rate since 2023, the sharp declines in South Africa’s bond yield and inflation rate, and the Springboks’ World Cup victories in 2019 and 2023. An avid sports enthusiast, he has participated in soccer, cricket, and parachuting and is a proud member of the Gideons.

His eldest son, also named Roelof, is a lead partner at Sequoia Venture Capital in Silicon Valley, California. He co-founded PayPal and played a pivotal role in the YouTube/Google acquisition.

Dr. Botha’s remarkable career and contributions continue to shape the economic landscape of South Africa, making him a respected and influential figure in the field of economics.