CLEAN : South African activists protest against 'white monopoly capital'

The transcript discusses the demand for action from the South African Reserve Bank and government officials, highlighting issues of governance and economic control by monopoly capital. It calls for the resignation of certain officials and the establishment of a black bank, while also addressing legal and ethical concerns regarding conflicts of interest and governance failures.

What is the main issue the speaker highlights regarding the South African government and banks?

• The banks are powerless against the government.

• The government is too powerful over the banks.

• The government is powerless against the banks.

• The banks and government are working together effectively.

What specific actions does the speaker demand from the government?

• To resign key officials and create new banks.

• To reduce interest rates.

• To establish a new currency.

• To increase taxes on banks.

Who does the speaker accuse of being compromised and captured by banks?

• The President

• The Minister of Finance

• The Governor of the Reserve Bank

• The Chief Justice

According to the speaker, whose interests is the Reserve Bank currently serving?

• The interests of international investors

• The interests of small businesses

• The interests of the general public

• The interests of monopoly capital

What does the speaker suggest about the historical role of certain groups in the country's economic issues?

• They have been victims of economic policies.

• They have participated in colonial and economic crimes.

• They have been neutral in economic matters.

• They have always supported economic growth.