On Watches, Wonders and Rolex’s SA “exit”

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In this episode of the Wanted Podcast, our editor Siphiwe Mpye speaks to Editor-at-Large and South Africa’s premier watch writer, Gary Cotterell, about his recent(ish) trip to Geneva, for the world’s premier horological showcase, Watches and Wonders. They look at the major industry developments and emerging trends; and close off with an analysis of Rolex’s recent announcement that they would be pulling out of South Africa.
10 Jul 2024 English South Africa Arts

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