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G-20 Search for Consensus

G-20 Search for Consensus

Bloomberg2 days ago
Group of 20 finance ministers and central bankers met in Ballito, South Africa, earlier in July. This episode of Bloomberg Next Africa looks at how South Africa is using its G-20 presidency to highlight issues faced by the entire the continent while also delving into the country's aims for the group ahead of the leaders' summit later this year. Big banks are also in focus as Capitec -- South Africa's fastest growing bank -- enters a new phase with its new leadership. Also on the show: The head of Kenya's largest lender, Equity Bank, discusses navigating uncertainty in Kenyan and Congolese markets along with plans for Middle East expansion. (Source: Bloomberg)
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