Flash Briefing: Fresh Karpowership graft allegations; NUMSA strike could worsen SA unemployment; SA preps for tourists

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*DNG Energy Ltd., a losing bidder for state contracts to supply emergency power in South Africa, made fresh corruption allegations against a winning bidder, Karpowership, and a government official.
*South Africa’s ongoing steelworker strike is likely to lead to job cuts, further hammering an industry that’s been in decline for several years, according to the country’s main employer body.
*South Africa's beleaguered tourism sector is preparing for an influx of British visitors ahead of the busy summer season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13 Oct 2021 10AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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