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Tourism optimism lifts Southern Sun to a record high

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CEO Marcel von Aulock says the share price hit its highest point last week since the group listed separately in 2019. He believes it's largely due to optimism around SA's new government of national unity, and shares insights on expansion plans for Cape Town and Umhlanga, challenges in Durban, and expectations for the upcoming summer season.

17 Sep 2024 English South Africa Investing · Business

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