By Johnathan Paoli
President Cyril Ramaphosa has praised BMW South Africa’s latest investment and the launch of the locally manufactured BMW X3 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) as a landmark achievement for the country’s green industrialisation ambitions.
It was also a symbol of confidence in South Africa’s economic future, he said on Thursday.
Speaking at a high-level showcase held at BMW’s Rosslyn plant in Tshwane, Ramaphosa hailed the occasion as a “celebration of progress, partnership and potential”.
“The Rosslyn plant is a testament to BMW’s longstanding presence in the South African market. BMW’s roots may be in Bavaria, but its beating heart is South African. We look forward to continuing this partnership and supporting the next chapter of your journey,” he said.
The event marked the official launch of production of the X3 PHEV, the first of its kind in South Africa, and showcased the carmaker’s expanded commitment to skills
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