Premium cigars from Africa? Why not? The tobacco grows there already

Premium cigars from Africa? Why not? The tobacco grows there already

In a small, neon-lit factory in Maputo, southern Africa, a dozen workers are hand-rolling premium cigars intended for the global market, seemingly undisturbed by the pungent tobacco smell. Sitting at wooden benches, men and women stack tobacco leaves in one hand – the components must be dry but soft, like the velvety texture of leather. … Read more

‘Durban’s loss is Maputo’s gain’ – clarifies hotelier

‘Durban’s loss is Maputo’s gain’ – clarifies hotelier

Durban’s loss is Maputo’s gain, according to Southern Sun. The startling reality of Durban’s ongoing tourist and port woes are creating fresh opportunities upstream in Maputo, Mozambique, reports BusinessLive. This came to light in the hotel operator’s latest annual report, published last week (31 August 2024). In it, Southern Sun clarified how its Durban locations … Read more