Table 6.
Other key and non-operational challenges faced by respondents (by rank).
| Other Key Challenges | Average Rank | Average (Category A) | Average (Category B) | Average (Category C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delayed payments from customers | 2.43 | 2.97 | 2.38 | 1.90 |
| Reduction in demand for imports in the hinterland | 2.69 | 2.04 | 2.94 | 3.23 |
| Reduction in exports | 2.82 | 2.48 | 2.65 | 3.29 |
| Sourcing of raw materials and consumables | 3.24 | 3.29 | 3.53 | 3.03 |
| Working capital funding challenges | 3.27 | 3.68 | 2.86 | 3.10 |