Limpopo Business 2020/21 edition

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CONTENTS CONTENTS Limpopo Business 2020/21 Edition Introduction Foreword 6 A unique guide to business and investment in Limpopo. Message from the Premier of Limpopo 7 The Honourable Chupu Stanley Mathabatha discusses the flagship Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone project. Special features Regional overview of Limpopo 8 Limpopo is looking to new mining projects, increased agri-processing capacity and a metallurgical complex at the new Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone to drive the economy in the wake of Covid-19. Transport is entering a new era 12 Polokwane is rolling out a new public transportation system. Boosting manufacturing is a key priority for Limpopo 24 Special Economic Zones and industrial parks are being built to provide infrastructure. Economic sectors Agriculture 38 Marula is Limpopo’s super fruit. Mining 40 Industry analysts and miners are looking at new uses for PGMs. Construction and property 50 LEDA runs training for artisans in the building sector. LIMPOPO BUSINESS 2020/21 2

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