Isaah Mhlanga
Chief Economist · Speaker · Columnist
Explaining what monetary policy, currency moves and fiscal decisions mean for real households and businesses — through the Everyday Economics column and regular media commentary.
Isaah Mhlanga is a Chief Economist, speaker and columnist known for translating monetary policy, currency moves and fiscal decisions into terms that matter for everyday households and businesses. His Everyday Economics column and regular appearances on eNCA, SABC News, CNBC Africa and Business Day have made him one of the more recognisable voices explaining South African economics to a general audience.
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