Reform of our logistics sector is critical to our future economic success. We cannot be a competitive exporting nation without efficient ports and efficient access to them.
Our farms, factories and mines need to be able to get their output to markets around the world at prices that are competitive with other producers. That is critical to enabling economic growth and job creation.
This is urgent. Last week’s unemployment figures showing an increase to 32.7% in the first quarter, up from 31.4% in the previous quarter, brings the number of unemployed to 8.1-million people.
The economy shed 345 000 jobs in the…
Water Resources: The country has several major rivers, including the Orange River
and Limpopo River, which are essential for agriculture and water supply.
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Fun South African Fact: South Africa hosts the world’s largest bicycle race.