South Africa faces a market crisis due to a R7 million payment delay, prompting national intervention.

South Africa’s Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy will unveil new ship-to-shore cranes at Durban’s DCT Pier 2 on October 23, 2025, as part of a fleet renewal effort to boost cargo capacity and efficiency. Meanwhile, Minister Siviwe Gwarube hosted an IBSA and Friends Dialogue on foundational learning, uniting education leaders from India, Brazil, and South Africa with global partners to advance early education and literacy. In a separate development, Minister John Steenhuisen raised alarm over the Matlosana Fresh Produce Market crisis, citing a R7 million payment delay due to municipal non-compliance with a court order, prompting national intervention and a review of oversight mechanisms to protect market integrity and food security.