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From the IMF’s latest financial stability assessment: “South Africa’s sophisticated financial system is fundamentally sound. The system is diversified and spans a broad range of activities that are supported by an elaborate legal and financial infrastructure and a generally effective regulatory framework. Financial institutions have benefited from a prolonged economic expansion, supported by prudent macroeconomic management and high commodity prices. The system has weathered the global financial market turmoil without major pressures. Banks and insurance companies have enjoyed good profitability, capitalization levels, and reserves.”
SA Magic Makes Another Believer
Kevin Desouza, an Assistant Professor in the Information School at the University of Washington, and blogger, has just wrapped up a stint as a visiting professor at the University of Witwatersrand. Here are his impressions. Be sure to read the section on what he learnt in SA.
