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MBABANE - The Small Enterprises Development Company (SEDCO) in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Trade had facilitated the participation of handcraft entrepreneurs at the renowned Rand Show that took place at Fourways Mall in Johannesburg South Africa from September 29 to October 2, 2022.
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