Cybersecurity

South Africa Port Operator Declares Force Majeure Over Cyber Attack

Transnet says cyberattack affects operations at four harbors
Company says it is making headway in fixing problems

Transnet SOC Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Siyabonga Gama Launches New Container Facility At City Deep Inland Port — Photographer: Karel Prinsloo/Bloomberg

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By Felix Njini and Prinesha Naidoo

July 27, 2021 at 5:50 AM UTC

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July 27, 2021 at 3:17 PM UTC

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Transnet SOC Ltd., South Africa’s state-owned ports and freight-rail company, declared force majeure at the country’s key container terminals due to disruptions caused by a July 22 cyberattack.