“Nothing is impossible if you really put your mind to it.” – Thembelihle Shangase

The ban is part of a broader trend in the SACU region, with Namibia also implementing similar restrictions. 

But the vessel and its cargo remain under Iranian control.

The company has seized an opportunity in the global market that has seen a decline in the number of these specialised vessels.

The aquifer extends into South Africa and Botswana, and supports several Namibian export agriculture businesses.

The Port of East London project is part of the ports authority’s programme to deploy approximately 100 MW across eight seaports.

Transnet has issued an expression of interest for a project to convert the line to convey regasified liquid natural gas.

Naamsa says the market has responded positively in anticipation of improved economic prospects, although exports have declined.

The price of all grades of petrol and diesel will drop on Wednesday.

"Longer transit times are impacting South Africa in the form of equipment and vessel shortages."