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.
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CONTENTS Introduction CONTENTS KwaZulu-NatalBusiness2019/20 Edition Foreword8 KwaZulu-Natal’s unique guide to business and investment. Special features Regional overview of KwaZulu-Natal 10 The oceans economy holds great promise in KwaZulu-Natal. Investors are showing confidence in the KwaZulu-Natal economy 14 Private and public entities are expanding operations and creating new opportunities. Massive investments in tourism are paying off 18 New direct international flights, upgraded facilities and new hotels all point to growing confidence in the tourism sector. Economic sectors Agriculture30 New crops are adding to the export basket. Sugar31 KwaZulu-Natal leads in sugar production. Forestry and paper 34 Diversification is a growing trend. Mining42 Second smelter to be activated at Isithebe foundry. Engineering43 Construction is booming north of Durban. Oil and gas 44 Italian company Eni has offshore prospecting rights. Construction and property 48 Infrastructure and multi-use developments are forging ahead. KWAZULU-NATAL BUSINESS 2019/20 4
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