Dr Boitshoko Ntshabele, CEO of the CGA

​South African citrus industry laments further escalation of Middle East war

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CGA chief executive Dr Boitshoko Ntshabele warns that the resumption of Middle East hostilities poses a serious threat to South African citrus exports

  • ​South African citrus industry laments further escalation of Middle East war

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