Overview:
Established in 1921, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is the central bank of the Republic of South Africa.
Description:
SARB regulates commercial banks, cooperatives and non-bank financial institutions. There is no comprehensive national microfinance policy. However, the Government has acknowledged the role that microfinance can play in promoting development through the establishment of viable small and medium enterprises.
Organization’s Website:
http://www.reservebank.co.za/
Just the Facts:
Year founded: 1921
Chief officer: Gill Marcus, Governor
Basis for legal authority: South African Reserve Bank Act (Act No 108 of 1996)
Contact Information:
South African Reserve Bank
P.O. Box 427, Pretoria, 0001
Republic of South Africa
Tel: +27 12 313 3911
Fax: +27 12 313 3197
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Additional Resources:
Latest News & Publications:
http://www.reservebank.co.za/
Link to MicroCapital Universe Wiki Page:
http://www.microcapital.org/microfinanceuniverse/tiki-index.php?page=South+African+Reserve+Bank+%28SARB%29