Plant Equipment and Hire August 2019 | Page 5

CONTENTS INSIGHT BUILDING TOMORROW Editor’s comment 1 Africa news 4 World news 8 New equipment news 11 Regional directory of rental equipment 36 Perspective 40 27 The release of the latest unemployment figures does not bode well for job seekers in South Africa. The situation is far more dire for young people in the country with pundits speculating that unemployment among school leavers and university graduates may be as high as 50%. REGULARS 32 EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS CELEBRATING LOCAL! SACEEC recognises local manufacturing exporters at the inaugural Exporter of the Year Awards. PROFILE AN INCLUSIVE APPROACH TO DOING BUSINESS IN AFRICA 29 It is well-documented and understood that doing business in African markets can be complex. A change in approach is necessary to successfully invest, expand and do business in today’s advancing African markets. www.equipmentandhire.co.za Keep a lookout for our upcoming issues, where we look at areas relating to new equipment, attachments, safety, and technological advancements. If you would like to contribute, or to partner with these topics through advertising and/or editorial, please contact [email protected]. AUGUST 2019 3