Why does IR face barriers in South Africa?

Today, many investor relations professionals around the world can sing the praises of their role, which they say is becoming increasingly vital for companies, boards and investors. In areas such as the US and Europe, IR practitioners often highlight the great strides the function has made over the last decade, claiming the C-suite now sees them as their best advisers and that in today’s business landscape, everyone wants a piece of IR. While that might be the reality in developed economies,