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Major blow to exporters if new Zim law is passed Exporters from South Africa and other African countries could potentially lose a lot of business if ongoing amendments to Zimbabwe’s Indigenisation and Economic Empowerment Regulations are approved. Companies operating in the country will have to buy 50% of their goods and services from indigenous suppliers if the amendments are approved. Zanu PF takes control of all maize imports Zanu PF has seized total control of all grain coming into the country by barring private traders from importing staple cereals, according to London’s SW Radio Africa. Cargo ship breaks in two after hitting sea wall A Spanish cargo ship broke in two on Wednesday after hitting a sea wall off the southwestern coast of France, the global press reported. ‘SA not open to African business’ A leading East African businessman has challenged South Africa to play a leading role in opening up Africa for business by removing obstacles to trade and investment, reports the African press. Port back to full steam Operations in the Walvis Bay container terminal are back to full capacity following the striking of a deal between the management of Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) and the Namibian Transport and Allied Workers’ Union (Natau).