LETTER: Ford’s $1bn investment is a win-win
It is an excellent demonstration of what can be achieved when the government and industry collaborate effectively
On February 2 Ford emphatically announced to the world that SA is open for business. The $1bn that will be invested in its Tshwane manufacturing plant is intended to cement the American automotive manufacturer’s presence in SA, as well as create more than 10,000 jobs in years to come. This is an excellent demonstration of what can be achieved when the government and industry collaborate effectively.
Indeed, greater rapport between the government and industry will be required if we are to achieve inclusive growth as South Africans. The state should and must facilitate a conducive environment for economic growth, while simultaneously attracting domestic as well as foreign direct investment...
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