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Cape Town cruise tourism soars to record heights
Cape Town’s 2024/25 cruise season sets records with 83 ship calls, boosting the economy by R1.32 billion. Enhanced tourism strategies position the city among top global destinations, fostering job growth.
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Drinks Federation calls for urgent action as illegal alcohol market costs billions
Johannesburg – The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) has called for urgent national cooperation to stop the rapid growth of the illegal alcohol trade, now worth an estimated R25.1 […]
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Winelands micro brewery claims Africa’s top beer prize for third time
FRANSCHHOEK – A modest brewery nestled in the Cape Winelands has once again claimed the continent’s most prestigious beer award, securing Best Beer in Africa at the 2025 African Beer […]
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Mayor Lobishe leads high-level intervention on Goodyear Plant closure
Executive Mayor Lobishe urged action to prevent the closure of Goodyear, risking 900 jobs, emphasising local government support and collaboration for economic stability.
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South Africa secures $1.5 bn World Bank infrastructure loan
JOHANNESBURG – South Africa said on Monday it had won a new $1.5 billion (approximately R28.97 billion) World Bank loan to revive its sluggish growth rate through reforms targeting rundown […]
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Goodyear SA announces Kariega plant closure
Goodyear plans to close its Kariega plant after 80 years, restructuring operations while maintaining sales in South Africa amid significant challenges faced by tyre manufacturers in the region.
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NMB Business Chamber launches Entrepreneur Programme
The Entrepreneur Programme, launched by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber with ACSA and iLembe Chamber, aims to empower and develop MSMEs to foster economic growth and job creation.
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Plant Kariega enters next phase
Volkswagen Group Africa is upgrading Plant Kariega for a new A0 SUV Entry model by 2027, completing essential installations and entering the commissioning phase.
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Plant Kariega to undergo preparations for A0 SUV Entry production
Volkswagen Group Africa’s Plant Kariega will upgrade production facilities for a new model from April 14 to May 12, affecting Polo and Polo Vivo production.
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Kelston Volkswagen Uitenhage triumphs at awards
Kelston Volkswagen Uitenhage excelled at the 2024 Volkswagen Grand Prix Awards, winning multiple accolades, including Dealer of the Year and recognition for outstanding team performance.