Enoch Godongwana
/ 20 December 2024

Enoch Godongwana

SCORE: C- Three years into his tenure, Enoch Godongwana continues to navigate his job with a “tough love” approach, mirroring his predecessor, Tito Mboweni, an advocate of austerity. His reappointment following national elections reassured markets, signalling continuity and emphasised his commitment to fiscal discipline. Godongwana set a fiscal deficit target of 3.4% of GDP by […]

Enoch Godongwana (Grade C-)
/ 20 December 2022

Enoch Godongwana (Grade C-)

DepartmentFinance Key Goals Analysis Enoch Godongwana has emerged as one of the most trusted members of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s cabinet.  Regarded as highly rational, Godongwana’s second year in the position has seen him continue his role as the finance minister with one of the tightest grips on the country’s purse strings. And, at least for […]