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President Cyril Ramaphosa has reappointed Kuben Naidoo as deputy governor of the SA Reserve Bank. He will serve a second term.  Naidoo is one of three deputy governors of the Reserve Bank, who work alongside Governor Lesetja Kganyago in the executive management of the bank. They also are part of the Monetary Policy Committee which makes monetary policy decisions, such as the repo rate. The president appoints the governor and deputy governors after consultations with the finance minister and directors of the SA Reserve Bank's board. "The South African Reserve Bank welcomes the re-appointment of Mr Kuben Naidoo by President Cyril Ramaphosa as one of the three Deputy Governors of the SARB for a second term of five years. "Mr Naidoo, whose re-appointment is effective from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2025, was first appointed a Deputy Governor on 1 April 2015," the bank said. During his first term Naidoo served as CEO of the Prudential Authority, established b...

South African wrestling star Prince Daryl Nightmare Naidu has set his eyes on India starting from Hyderabad where he is on a quest to defeat anyone who steps on his way. Naidu has gained popularity in India since 2009, where he was a part of a TV show under the name Daryl ‘Nightmare’ Naidu for Colors TV named 100% De Dana Dan aired by World Wrestling Professionals a wrestling promotion based in South Africa. The show was based on a story-line where South African wrestlers faced Indian wrestlers. During his time in India, he faced many Indian wrestlers including Sangram Singh. After the show in India, he continued to wrestle for WWP promotion in SA where he faced many wrestlers and defeated them. During his time in South Africa, he was one-time WWP ( World Wrestling Professionals ) Hardcore Championship. He has gained popularity with the kids to which he says, “I don’t know if it’s my intimidating looks or the good work I do but kids look up to me.” He had almost defeate...

Surendra “Lenny” Naidu was a fighter of the underground struggle as a member of the ANC’s armed wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe, a student activist and a hero to many. Naidu dedicated his life to advancing the idea of non-racialism and unity, fighting tirelessly for South African freedom and striving to improve the quality of life of all people. Naidu was born on April 12, 1964 to Leo Naidu and Neela Naidu in Malvern, Queensburgh. His  Kammavar Naidu forefathers were migrated from North Arcot district of Composite Madras state, India to Queensburgh.  The Group Areas Act of 1950 meant the Naidu family were forced to relocate. They settled in Bayview, Chatsworth, in the late 1960s. Naidu was a pupil at Fairhaven Primary School and Chatsworth Secondary School. He matriculated in 1981 before registering at the then University of Durban-Westville for a BA degree in 1982. Within his first year of university, Naidu became a founder of the Helping Ha...

The South African civil society leader, anti-apartheid campaigner and life-long activist will lead the world's largest human rights movement from August 2018. Amnesty International has appointed Kumi Naidoo as the next Secretary General of the global human rights movement. From August 2018 Kumi will succeed Salil Shetty, who served two terms as Secretary General from 2010. “We are delighted to be welcoming Kumi as our new Secretary General. His vision and passion for a just and peaceful world make him an outstanding leader for our global movement, as we strengthen our resolve for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all,” said Mwikali Muthiani, Chair of the Board of Amnesty International. The Secretary General is the leader and main spokesperson for Amnesty International and the Chief Executive of its International Secretariat. Amnesty International is the largest human rights movement globally, with a global presence including offices in more than 70 countrie...