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How FNB is Strengthening South Africa’s Agricultural Future.

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Guest: Paul Makube – Senior Agricultural Economist, FNB

Agriculture is more than an industry, it’s the backbone of South Africa’s food security and rural livelihoods. And as the sector undergoes a major transformation, financial institutions are playing a crucial role in shaping what the future looks like.

FNB’s Senior Agricultural Economist Paul Makube joins the show to unpack how the bank is helping build resilience from the ground up ensuring farmers not only grow, but thrive.
27 Nov 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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