Sadc industrialisation strategy faces hurdles

THE Sadc Industrial Development and Trade (SIDT) is facing significant challenges in implementing its industrialisation strategy and roadmap due to inadequate infrastructure, shortage of skilled labour and limited access to finance, among others.

The strategy is a roadmap from 2015 to 2063, aligned to the European Union (EU) model.

The first phase focuses on industrial development, market integration and infrastructure.

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