COSATU has resolved to campaign for a complete government ban of Shein and Temu online platforms. The unions argue that the Chinese online platforms risk jobs, competition, and the future of South Africa’s clothing industry.
According to estimates cited by COSATU, the expansion of Shein and Temu could put up to 34,000 jobs in South Africa’s clothing, textile, leather and footwear industries at risk by 2030 if no intervention is taken.
Shein and Temu have attracted millions of shoppers with low prices, extensive product ranges, and convenient app-based shopping. A report by the Localisation Support Fund estimated that the platforms generated approximately R7.3 billion in sales in South Africa.
Their growing popularity has raised concerns among local manufacturers and retailers, who argue that they are struggling to compete against international platforms.
He can go argue with: Major-General Joseph N. Garba, the Nigerian military officer and diplomat who wrote a book about the money unaccounted for.
( Some official said a snake swallowed the money at night)
🛍️🌍Africa countries with biggest shopping centers.
✓ 🇲🇦Morocco – Morocco Mall
✓ 🇿🇦South Africa – Fourways Mall
✓ 🇿🇦South Africa – Menlyn Park
✓ 🇪🇬Egypt – Mall of Arabia
✓ 🇪🇬Egypt – Cairo Festival City Mall
✓ 🇿🇦South Africa – Gateway Theatre of Shopping
✓ 🇿🇦South Africa – Canal Walk Mall
✓ 🇿🇦South Africa – Mall of Africa
✓ 🇿🇦South Africa – Sandton City
✓ 🇰🇪Kenya – Two Rivers Mall
Source: (statista)
South Africa has the world's longest freight train which measures 7.6 kilometers (4.7 miles) long and includes 696 wagons.
The train is operated by Transnet Freight Rail.