New iron ore mine, steadier sales give Afrimat hope after bruising half-year

News24 Business22 October 2026 at 15:22

Afrimat is counting on a new, lower-cost iron ore mine and more consistent purchases to help rebuild profitability after the group experienced its toughest trading conditions since listing two decades ago.
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