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Inflation-busting rate hike: 'Full impact on economy will only be felt in 2023'

By Paula Luckhoff

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  • FILE: South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago. Picture: AFP

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  • FILE: South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago. Picture: AFP

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  • FILE: South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago. Picture: AFP

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