Please provide answers to the following questions and true/false statements related to economics and South African governance:

Here are the answers to the questions:

1.1.7 Macro-economic issues comprise ...
The correct option is C. Macroeconomic issues deal with the overall performance of an economy, including factors like unemployment, inflation, interest rates, and the balance of payments.

• C unemployment, inflation, interest rates and balance of payments.

1.1.8 Which country is not a member of the G20?
The correct option is C. The G20 is an international forum for the governments and central bank governors from 19 countries and the European Union. South Africa and Russia are members, but Switzerland is not.

• C Switzerland

1.1.9 Which is the weakest country in BRICS?
The correct option is A. BRICS consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Switzerland is not a member. Among Russia and India, India's economy is significantly larger and has shown faster growth in recent years compared to Russia's, which has faced economic challenges.

• A Russia

1.1.10 Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environmental Affairs.
The correct option is D. As of the current South African government, none of the individuals listed (Cyril Ramaphosa, Dudu Meyini, Willie Aucamp, Bernice Swartz) hold the position of Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environmental Affairs. Cyril Ramaphosa is the President.

• D None of the above-mentioned.

Here are the TRUE or FALSE statements:

1.2.1 In South Africa, tourism is the fastest-growing sector in the economy contributing 7.1% to the GDP.

• False. While tourism is a significant sector, it is not consistently the fastest-growing, and its exact contribution to GDP can fluctuate.

1.2.2 Matric results show socio-economic inequalities.

• True. Matric results often reflect disparities in educational resources and opportunities, which are closely linked to socio-economic backgrounds.

1.2.3 The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement is drafted towards latter part of year.

• True. The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) is typically presented in October, which falls in the latter part of the year.

1.2.4 40% of people in South Africa are unemployed.

• True. South Africa's expanded unemployment rate (which includes discouraged job-seekers) has frequently been around or above 40% in recent years.

1.2.5 The Eastern Cape is a stronghold of South African sport.

• True. The Eastern Cape has a rich history and strong presence in various South African sports, particularly rugby and cricket, producing many notable athletes.