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POSTED November 3, 2026
Logistics News Update – 3rd November 2026
It is November and the Black November deals will soon be out, so let’s hope the stock has reached the stores in time. Durban remains our main concern this week, with the latest port...
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POSTED November 3, 2026
AGOA loss is a direct hit on Western Cape exporters, warns EWC
South Africa’s impending loss of African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) preferences will put further pressure on Western Cape exporters already facing a sharp decline...
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POSTED November 2, 2026
Cautiously optimistic outlook on South Africa’s economic and political prospects – 28 October 2026
The Western Cape’s ambitious export growth plans will depend heavily on developing a more connected, efficient, and...
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POSTED October 30, 2026
Standard Bank analyst brings upbeat outlook to Western Cape exporters
South Africa has more reasons for optimism than recent headlines suggest, Standard Bank political economist Simon Freemantle told members of...
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POSTED October 29, 2026
Logistics News Update – 27th October 2026
Durban is still the biggest risk for importers and exporters. Port planning indicators checked on 26 October showed Durban at 14 days, Coega at four days, Cape Town at ...
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POSTED October 29, 2026
Cargo Movement Update – 25 October 2026
Containers are down by -8% this week; air cargo is down by -24% (but remains high y/y)
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POSTED October 27, 2026
EWC backs manufacturing summit to support export growth
Exporters Western Cape (EWC) is endorsing the Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026, which will bring manufacturers and industry stakeholders together at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on...
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POSTED October 27, 2026
Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026!
The countdown has begun! In just two weeks, manufacturing leaders, industry experts, policymakers and business decision-makers will come together at the Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 to explore the opportunities, challenges and developments shaping the future of manufacturing in the Western Cape and beyond.With just two weeks remaining, now is the time to secure your participation.As manufacturers […]
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POSTED October 23, 2026
Weekly Update – 23 October 2026
It has been an extremely interesting week as the mid-terms loom in the USA on the 3rd November and SA goes to the polls the following day, 4th November...
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POSTED October 23, 2026
Cargo Movement Update – 18 October 2026
Containers are up by +2% this week; air cargo is up by +8%...
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