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Weather whips up storm in a coffee cup

Two largest producers hit by drought and abnormally high rain fall, causing prices to soar

06 October 2024 - 00:00 By THABISO MOCHIKO

Your cup of coffee is about to get a lot more expensive as supply comes under pressure due to the effects of climate change, which have sent prices of beans soaring to historical highs. ..

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