BMW to invest 2.2 bln rand in South African plant

German carmaker BMW (BMWG.DE) plans to invest 2.2 billion rand ($288 million) at its Rosslyn plant in South Africa to boost production capacity by 45 percent, boosting capacity to 87,000 units.

BMW said on Monday the decision came after signing a letter of commitment with the South African Department of Trade and Industry. [Read more...]