South Africa’s economy contracts as manufacturing, mining and trade take a hit
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South Africa's economy has contracted, with manufacturing, mining, and trade taking a hit.
- Manufacturing, mining, and trade have been negatively impacted.
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All 5 sources- SFSuid-Kaap ForumCenter
South Africa’s economy contracts as manufacturing, mining and trade take a hit
- GHGeorge HeraldCenter
South Africa’s economy contracts as manufacturing, mining and trade take a hit
- TSThe South African (ZA)Center
It’s official! South Africa has an extra public holiday this November
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South Africa vs. New Zealand - Kick-off time, team news,
Why it matters
The economic contraction and public holiday may have implications for South Africa's economy and citizens
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