Automotive 2021: The future of mobility Published on: 23 June 2021

Published on: 23 June 2021

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the construction sector is poised to regain its momentum and contribute significantly to South Africa's long-term development

the gold mining sector continues to face persistent challenges

maintenance programmes and ongoing reforms could stabilise the road

Automotive 2021: The future of mobility Published on: 23 June 2021The automotive industry plays an important strategic role in South Africas overall economy, contributing 4. 90% to gross domestic product 2. 80% from manufacturing and 2. 10% from retail in 2020. The manufacturing sector came to a standstill in March 2020, under Level 5 of the national Covid 19 lockdown restrictions. Production and sales were also severely affected, which industry association naamsa the Automotive Business Council has described as the