SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago: Is SA's upbeat 2Q GDP flash in the pan?

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SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago's once jet black moustache has greyed. And there are a few more lines on his face. But apart from those physical signs, only those who live close to the fire would appreciate the tough ride he has had over the past few years as, first,  Zuptoids tried to grab control of South Africa's central bank; and then a misguided Public Protector attempted the same. But the vastly experienced Kganyago proved up to the challenge and in this wide-ranging interview with Biznews founder Alec Hogg, he looks back at the pleasantly surprising GDP numbers and ahead at what we need to watch out for next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 Sep 2019 2AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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