The obstacle to privatizing the Durban port is a "tragedy" for the fruit industry, according to the CEO of a citrus company.

2024-10-17 00:00

During an agricultural technology event, Justin Chadwick of the Citrus Growers' Association expressed his frustration that, despite the private sector's collective efforts over many years to persuade the South African government about the benefits of port privatization, the government's initial attempt at outsourcing port operations fell short.

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