South Africa’s manufacturing output falls 4.3% y/y & Rail reform starts delivering results
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The episode discusses the decline in South Africa's manufacturing output and improvements in the freight rail network.
Ray White speaks to Takatso Sello, Senior Manager: Manufacturing at Nedbank Business and Commercial Banking, about the latest manufacturing production figures, which show the sector remains under pressure. Manufacturing output fell 4.3% year-on-year in May, weighed down by declines in food and beverages, metals, machinery, and paper products. In other interviews, Gavin Kelly, CEO of the Road Freight Association about signs of recovery in South Africa’s freight rail network, Transnet’s improving bulk commodity volumes, and why general freight remains a major challenge despite ongoing rail and port reforms. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+…
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