01789cas a2200241 a 4500 AALejournalIMF018697 230101c9999 xx r poo 0 0eng d 5.00 USD 9781484371411 1934-7685 BD-DhAAL BD-DhAAL International Monetary Fund. African Dept. South Africa : 2018 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for South Africa. Washington, D.C. : International Monetary Fund, 2018. 1 online resource (117 pages) IMF Staff Country Reports <strong>Off-Campus Access:</strong> No User ID or Password Required <strong>On-Campus Access:</strong> No User ID or Password Required Electronic access restricted to authorized BRAC University faculty, staff and students Reflecting slow progress on reforms, weakened governance, and elevated policy uncertainty, growth remains subdued. With the economy unable to create enough jobs, the quest for inclusive growth has been elusive, making South Africa one of the most unequal societies. Growing government spending has led to a doubling of public debt in the last decade. Credible monetary policy has kept inflation expectations anchored, albeit at near the top of the target band. The current account deficit remains financed by potentially volatile portfolio inflows. The new administration's immediate priority has focused on improving governance and restoring confidence. Mode of access: Internet IMF Staff Country Reports; Country Report ; No. 2018/246 Full text available on IMF http://elibrary.imf.org/view/journals/002/2018/246/002.2018.issue-246-en.xml IMF e-Library