Trucks carrying supplies from SA destined for Zambia and the DRC are avoiding Botswana altogether.
Possible market access to China means local producers are looking to grow their share of the world market.
The Centre for Development and Control noted that some of the challenges lie beyond the dtic’s control.
There’s an alarming lack of response from industry considering the disruptive impact it could have.
The more robust system of certification verification will ensure better control over goods entering and leaving respective countries.
Entrepreneurs are taking advantage of the fragmentation of production to access global markets as providers of components or services.
But growers’ performance remains strong despite myriad challenges fuelled by increased local demand.
The company will produce flat steel products currently imported from China to meet local demand.
It has requested WTO dispute consultations over the issue.
