Let the local economy inhale the dagga elixir
As the government moves to open up a cannabis economy, it should not focus on exports to the detriment of small, local players
19 June 2022 - 00:00
Over the years, SA has viewed an increase in exports as essential for economic growth and job creation. The National Development Plan states that 6% annual growth in exports is needed to generate a 5.4% increase in real GDP and create 11-million new jobs by 2030...
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