Latest / The Monocle Banking Podcast
Ep 118: Inside South Africa’s Tax Freedom Day - Dr Richard Grant
For a thought-provoking conversation unpacking South Africa’s 2026 Tax Freedom Day, Michael Avery was joined by Dr Richard Grant, Professor of Finance & Economics at Cumberland University and Senior Consultant for the Free Market Foundation.
The discussion explored the relationship between taxation, government spending, and economic growth in South Africa, while examining how policy choices, public investment, and trust in institutions shape the country’s long-term fiscal and economic future. The conversation also considered what conditions are needed to support productivity, expand…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.