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Dti warns of supply chain fraud The department of trade and industry (the dti) has warned of several individuals soliciting fraudulent requests for quotes, claiming to be officials of the dti employed in supply chain management. Bigger coal exporters thrive despite global price drop Despite a major drop in global commodity prices for coal, most of the bigger South African exporters are still thriving due to lower operational costs, said Siyabonga Gama, acting CEO of Transnet. Logistics major tackles skills development In a bid to address the country’s skills deficit, Imperial Logistics is extending the reach of its graduate development programme and partnering with local government and Teta (Transport Education Training Authority) in new workplace experience programmes. Biggest-ever customs bust at Moz border post South African Revenue Service (Sars) customs officials confiscated a massive consignment of undeclared sneakers – with an estimated street value of R11.3 million – at the Lebombo border post late last week. Construction date set for new N2 toll road Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti has announced that the construction of the proposed new N2 Wild Coast Toll Road is set to start in September 2016. Transnet sees increased efficiency and revenue growth With a 16.6% increase in operational efficiency across all sectors, Transnet is making a “noteworthy contribution” in terms of reducing the cost of doing business, according to group acting CEO Siyabonga Gama.