CLEAN : South African Finance Minister discusses economic plan

The transcript covers a press briefing involving the Finance Minister and Deputy Minister, addressing issues such as economic challenges, low growth, and recession impacts. It discusses the responsibilities of appointing a new CEO and directing the Competition Commission to investigate data prices. The transcript also highlights the importance of addressing corruption to maintain public confidence.

What is one of the challenges mentioned in relation to the Finance Minister's role?

• Increasing tax rates

• Addressing ratings downgrades

• Reducing public spending

• Improving export rates

What is the government's focus in response to low economic growth?

• Increasing foreign investments

• Analyzing its impact on social welfare

• Reducing interest rates

• Expanding infrastructure projects

By when must the new CEO be appointed according to the transcript?

• July 2017

• September 2017

• June 2017

• August 2017

Which ministers are responsible for investigating data prices?

• Defense and Agriculture

• Finance and Health

• Telecommunications and Economic Development

• Education and Transport

What is emphasized as crucial for maintaining public confidence?

• Increasing government spending

• Improving educational standards

• Removing corruption from the public arena

• Enhancing military strength