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Africa’s transport future will be electric – but not just yet.

Africa isn’t ready for electric vehicles – and that’s okay

Africa will adopt EVs when it has a reliable electricity supply, as well as charging stations, good roads and a reliable electricity supply

5 min read
ArcelorMittal South Africa and smaller manufacturers, including the vehicle industry, are facing headwinds. Photo: Patrick Pleul/picture alliance/Getty Images

Crisis deepens in SA’s industrial economy, including erosion of bargaining councils

Industrial policy must be boldly reimagined if the erosion of the productive base is to be reversed

6 min read