The cost of moving goods through South Africa is projected to reach a record R1.16-trillion in 2026, equivalent to 14.6% of GDP, highlighting the growing economic importance of making the country’s freight system
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Patrick O’Leary
Managing Editor, FleetWatch
Thursday, 29 October, 2026
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