Africa wealth report: Continent outpaces global growth

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An expert explains why millions of litres of wastewater are going missing and why this is compounding SA’s sewage crisis. A new report shows wealth in Africa is outpacing global growth. The Road Freight Association welcomes the historic Transnet deal. And why South Africans are still flocking to the cinema despite high costs and disruptor streaming services.
28 Aug 2025 5AM English South Africa Business News · Politics

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