Freight Features: Investment needed to drive freight movement

The UK government is reportedly seeking legal advice on whether it can withdraw $1.15 billion in funding.

Stakeholders have been invited to provide feedback on the tariff document which may still be updated.

More than 60% of imported wheat originates in Eastern Bloc countries.

President Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to its foreign policy, rejecting external pressures.

The organisation has asked what the government is doing to confront organised criminal syndicates plaguing mining, construction and logistics.

President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the government’s plans to improve road, rail and port logistics networks over the next three years.

The IDC has extended the repayment deadline for an older R950-million loan.

It’s up to Minister John Steenhuisen to ensure that the requirements are revised to a level that makes vaccination practical.

Operators have suspended US-bound parcel services from China and Hong Kong. 

Nearly 20 000 live animals were seized and 365 suspects arrested.

Toyota has warned that accepting subsidised Chinese imports could further deindustrialise South Africa. 

Botswana chose to reverse its restrictions on vegetable imports in December 2024.