The South African government will open up its rail freight network to private companies in order to improve efficiency. This decision comes as Transnet, the state-owned company in charge of rail and port freight, faces equipment shortages, maintenance delays, and acts of vandalism, including cable theft. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced on Friday, August 22…...
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Amadjiguéne Ndoye
Economic journalist with a Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism from the Higher Institute of Information and Communication Sciences in Dakar (ISSIC). Avid reader and music enthusiast. Feminist at heart and passionate about fashion.
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