Flash Briefing: Eskom announces emergency power suppliers; Biovac to make US vaccines; China wary of Tesla cars

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Eskom announces emergency power suppliers who will add about 2000 megawatts to the grid through R45bn of private-sector investment. SA’s Biovac will manufacture US company ImmunityBio’s Covid-19 shot, once it gets approval. The founder of Greensill’s taste for risky investments was the red flag that caught the eye of investors, raised questions and ultimately lead to its downfall, says The Wall Street Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Mar 2021 11AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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