Revealed: What Tito Mboweni REALLY thinks about SAA, Zuma and the ANC – FT

Tito Mboweni, finance minister and former central bank governor, is, I must confess, one of my favourite South African politicians. Along with Cyril Ramaphosa, he appears to be well-balanced, and genuinely working towards the best interests of the rainbow nation. Above all, Mboweni is very focused on fixing the key problems that hold back the economy and, ultimately, prevent the majority of South Africans from creating better futures for themselves. His interview with the Financial Times makes me like him even more. Instead of throwing out platitudes and going on a PR-offensive, Mboweni dropped his guard over a long day of eating and drinking. He was a generous host with his food and his insights. Here are some of the snapshots from his Lunch with the FT. – Jackie Cameron

By Thulasizwe Sithole

Tito Mboweni, finance minister under President Cyril Ramaphosa and a former central bank governor, has given insights into what he really thinks about ailing national carrier SAA, corrupt former president Jacob Zuma and the ANC in general.

In a wide-ranging interview with Financial Times Africa Editor David Pilling, Mboweni has shared his thoughts on the ANC's report card.

Over breakfast, and then a braai accompanied by whisky and a glass of fine South African wine, Mboweni gave some fascinating glimpses into his thinking.

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