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Sandton plays host as SA eyes R2 trillion in fresh investment pledges - South African business and economy
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Sandton plays host as SA eyes R2 trillion in fresh investment pledges

South Africa's sixth Investment Conference has opened in Sandton, with government targeting R2 trillion in new commitments over five years, building on R1.5 trillion secured previously.

Mashatile declares SA a prime destination as investment pledges top R1.5 tril... - South African business and economy
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Mashatile declares SA a prime destination as investment pledges top R1.5 trillion

Deputy President Mashatile affirmed SA's investment appeal at the 6th Investment Conference, citing R1.5 trillion in commitments and key structural reforms.

Private sector pledges billions in capital at SA Investment Conference - South African business and economy
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Private sector pledges billions in capital at SA Investment Conference

Private sector leaders pledged R113.5 billion across 65 projects at SA's sixth Investment Conference, with government committing R3.35 trillion in infrastructure.

South Africa charts course as premier investment hub at s... - South African business news
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South Africa charts course as premier investment hub at sixth annual conference

Minister Parks Tau declares South Africa has turned the corner economically, targeting R2 trillion in new investment commitments over five years.

Ramaphosa courts global investors in series of high-powered SAIC meetings - South African business and economy
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Ramaphosa courts global investors in series of high-powered SAIC meetings

President Ramaphosa held bilateral meetings with major global and local business leaders at the Sixth SA Investment Conference, targeting key growth sectors.

Investment Conference Reinforces South Africa's Appeal as... - South African South African news
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Investment Conference Reinforces South Africa's Appeal as Global Destination

South Africa's 6th Investment Conference has drawn over 50 countries to Johannesburg, reinforcing the nation's status as a top investment and tourism destination.

NYDA demands youth-focused economic strategy as growth st... - South African business news
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NYDA demands youth-focused economic strategy as growth stalls

The NYDA is urging government to adopt a coordinated, youth-focused economic strategy, warning that 1.1% growth is too weak to tackle structural youth unemployment.

R1 billion private investment set to transform Durban's Maydon Wharf into agr... - South African business and economy
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R1 billion private investment set to transform Durban's Maydon Wharf into agricultural export hub

TNPA awards two concessions at Durban's Maydon Wharf, unlocking over R1 billion in private investment to modernise port infrastructure for agricultural exports.

Ramaphosa makes bold pitch for investment ahead of key Sandton conference - South African business and economy
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Ramaphosa makes bold pitch for investment ahead of key Sandton conference

President Ramaphosa outlines South Africa's investment case ahead of the SAIC, citing economic recovery, structural reforms, and a new R2 trillion target by 2028.

Karoo's White Gold: How SA Became the World's Mohair Powerhouse - South African business and economy
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Karoo's White Gold: How SA Became the World's Mohair Powerhouse

South Africa's Karoo region produces over half the world's mohair, sustaining 30,000 jobs despite past industry setbacks from animal welfare concerns.

Agricultural bodies demand urgent fuel price intervention as rural shortages ... - South African business and economy
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Agricultural bodies demand urgent fuel price intervention as rural shortages worsen

AgriSA and Agbiz demand urgent government intervention as diesel shortages and rationing in rural areas threaten to halt farming operations and drive up food prices.

Furniture industry urged to innovate or risk falling behi... - South African South African news
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Furniture industry urged to innovate or risk falling behind, warns Deputy Minister

Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams has called on South Africa's furniture sector to innovate and adapt, highlighting R2 billion in annual state procurement as a lever for growth.