Discussions to secure the long-term sustainability of the sugar industry, began on Tuesday, with authorities and organisations.
The sugar giant -Tongaat Hulett Limited, dominated talks, because its collapse would cripple the sector, affecting jobs, growers and dependent communities.
Sugar Industry South Africa said in an update, “the sugar industry remains a cornerstone of rural economies in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga, sustaining small-scale growers, farm workers, transporters and downstream industries. Ensuring its stability means securing livelihoods, enabling inclusive growth and preserving the socio-economic fabric of these communities.”
Present at talks was Parks Tau: Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Zuko Godlimpi: Deputy Minister, Reverend Musa Zondi: KZN Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs MEC, Simphiwe Hamilton: Director-General and Ayabonga Cawe: ITAC Chief Commissioner.
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