VOICED : South Africa thinks big for Durbans

Durban port handles 80 million tons of cargo annually but faces capacity challenges. To address this, a new port is planned to increase capacity fivefold, benefiting trade with China. However, funding the $7 billion project is challenging, requiring investment in infrastructure. South Africa seeks support from BRICS nations, but funding agreements remain unresolved. The port aims to become a major trade gateway, needing political support to realize its ambitions.

How much funding is estimated to be needed for the new port project?

What role do BRICS countries play in Africa's infrastructure improvement?