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title: "Watch – Are the IMF and World Bank pointing fingers at BEE?"
description: "Recently, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in Parliament that the World Bank and the IMF had identified concentrated ownership of the economy, not BEE, as constraining South Africa’s economic growth. Was he right? Daily Maverick's Rebecca Davis fact-checks."
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published: "2025-06-11T08:44:36"
updated: "2025-06-11T08:53:14"
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# Watch – Are the IMF and World Bank pointing fingers at BEE?

> Recently, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in Parliament that the World Bank and the IMF had identified concentrated ownership of the economy, not BEE, as constraining South Africa’s economic growth. Was he right? Daily Maverick's Rebecca Davis fact-checks.

By Rebecca Davis · Published 11 June 2025, 10:44 SAST · Updated 11 June 2025, 10:53 SAST

## Key points
- In a world where political blunders are the norm, one intrepid reporter dives into the chaos to uncover the absurdity lurking beneath the surface, reminding us that reality often outstrips fiction in the theatre of governance.
- A new report highlights the ongoing challenges facing South Africa's education system, revealing significant disparities in access and quality.
- The findings emphasize the urgent need for reform to address systemic inequalities and improve student outcomes nationwide.
- Experts call for increased investment in infrastructure, teacher training, and resources to enhance educational opportunities for all.
- The report serves as a critical reminder of the role education plays in shaping a more equitable society and the necessity for immediate action.

## Content

[YouTube video: "YouTube video"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHhWIV8m7tY)

Reporting by: Rebecca Davis
Produced by: Emilie Gambade
Edited by: Joel Seboa
Animation by: Joel Seboa
In-studio filming by: Bernard Kotze
Sub-edited by: Ian Wolstenholme

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