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Mine to Port Logistics Corridors in South Africa Explained
South Africa’s mining industry contributes approximately 7.3% to national GDP and directly employs over 460,000 people. Yet the country consistently exports well below its potential — not because of a lack of minerals, but because of bottlenecks along the logistics chain between pit and port. Understanding how these corridors work, which ones exist, and what…
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How South Africa’s Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act Affects Mining Permits
South Africa’s mining industry is regulated by a framework designed to balance economic growth, environmental protection, and social justice. At the core of this regulatory landscape is the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act 28 of 2002 (MPRDA) — a law that has reshaped how mining permits are issued, managed, and enforced throughout the country.…
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List of Women in Construction in South Africa
The construction industry has long been viewed as a male-dominated field. But in South Africa, an inspiring shift is happening. Women are not only entering the industry — they’re reshaping it. From engineers and architects to project managers and CEOs, these trailblazing women in construction are proving that building the future is not just a…
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South Africa’s VAT Increase From 15% to 15.5% has Been Withdrawn
South Africa’s government has withdrawn its planned increase of the value-added tax (VAT) from 15% to 15.5%, which was scheduled to take effect on May 1, 2025. The reversal follows intense political opposition and public concern over the potential economic impact. The Proposed VAT Increase Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana had announced a two-phase VAT hike…
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