KwaZulu-Natal Business 2019-20 edition
A unique business and investment guide to KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa. The 2019/20 edition of KwaZulu-Natal Business is the 11th issue of this highly successful publication that, since its launch in 2008, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide for the KwaZulu-Natal Province. In addition to the regular articles providing insight into each of the key economic sectors of the province, there is a special feature on the surge in investment in new tourism projects, from casino expansions to the building of a dedicated cruise-liner terminal. Another special feature surveys other large investments in a wide variety of sectors, showing the diversity and strength of the provincial economy. For monthly updates about the region, subscribe at https://www.globalafricanetwork.com/subscribe/ or visit our portal at https://www.globalafricanetwork.com/category/regions/kwazulu-natal/
A unique business and investment guide to KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa. The 2019/20 edition of KwaZulu-Natal Business is the 11th issue of this highly successful publication that, since its launch in 2008, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide for the KwaZulu-Natal Province.
In addition to the regular articles providing insight into each of the key economic sectors of the province, there is a special feature on the surge in investment in new tourism projects, from casino expansions to the building of a dedicated cruise-liner terminal. Another special feature surveys other large investments in a wide variety of sectors, showing the diversity and strength of the provincial economy.
For monthly updates about the region, subscribe at https://www.globalafricanetwork.com/subscribe/ or visit our portal at https://www.globalafricanetwork.com/category/regions/kwazulu-natal/
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CONTENTS<br />
Introduction<br />
CONTENTS<br />
<strong>KwaZulu</strong>-<strong>Natal</strong> <strong>Business</strong> <strong><strong>20</strong>19</strong>/<strong>20</strong> Edition<br />
Foreword8<br />
<strong>KwaZulu</strong>-<strong>Natal</strong>’s unique guide to business and investment.<br />
Special features<br />
Regional overview of <strong>KwaZulu</strong>-<strong>Natal</strong> 10<br />
The oceans economy holds great promise in <strong>KwaZulu</strong>-<strong>Natal</strong>.<br />
Investors are showing confidence in the<br />
<strong>KwaZulu</strong>-<strong>Natal</strong> economy 14<br />
Private and public entities are expanding operations and creating<br />
new opportunities.<br />
Massive investments in tourism are paying off 18<br />
New direct international flights, upgraded facilities and new<br />
hotels all point to growing confidence in the tourism sector.<br />
Economic sectors<br />
Agriculture30<br />
New crops are adding to the export basket.<br />
Sugar31<br />
<strong>KwaZulu</strong>-<strong>Natal</strong> leads in sugar production.<br />
Forestry and paper 34<br />
Diversification is a growing trend.<br />
Mining42<br />
Second smelter to be activated at Isithebe foundry.<br />
Engineering43<br />
Construction is booming north of Durban.<br />
Oil and gas 44<br />
Italian company Eni has offshore prospecting rights.<br />
Construction and property 48<br />
Infrastructure and multi-use developments are forging ahead.<br />
KWAZULU-NATAL BUSINESS <strong><strong>20</strong>19</strong>/<strong>20</strong><br />
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