5 d. ago Ramaphosa Calls for Urgent WTO Reform Amid Escalating Global Tariff Crisis

President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed his calls for urgent reform of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in response to escalating global trade tensions and tariff disputes. Speaking during the 30th-anniversary commemoration of the WTO on Thursday, Ramaphosa highlighted significant shortcomings in the current global trading system, stressing the need for immediate and comprehensive reforms. His… Read More »Ramaphosa Calls for Urgent WTO Reform Amid Escalating Global Tariff Crisis The post Ramaphosa Calls for Urgent WTO Reform Amid Escalating Global Tariff Crisis first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Emerging markets to struggle following market turmoil: Expert

Analysts note that emerging markets typically struggle during times of uncertainty

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7 d. ago Dollar falls as prospect of tariff talks calms global markets

On Tuesday the euro was last up 0.3% at $1.0931, down from an earlier rise of more than 0.7%

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7 d. ago Dollar frail as traders look for safe havens on tariff turmoil

Global shares have plummeted since Trump announced tariffs last week

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9 d. ago US slaps 10% tariff on Ugandan exports, deepening economic strain

US has imposed a 10% tariff on Ugandan exports, deepening economic woes after AGOA suspension.

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1 week ago LIVE | Lamola and Tau update on SA’s strategic approach to US tariffs

Media Briefing about South Africa's strategic approach to new US tariff regime.

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1 week ago Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports

Lesotho has become the world’s second hardest-hit country by President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, facing a 50% rate on all exports to the US—just behind China. The move threatens Lesotho’s thriving textile trade, including exports of Levi’s and Wrangler jeans, which have benefited from tariff-free access under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).… Read More »Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports The post Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Trump’s tariff hike on SA is part of the US trade issues: Dangor

The approach by the US administration on the issues of trade is a global one.

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1 week ago Tshwane Mayor warns residents to brace themselves for tariff hikes

The City of Tshwane is struggling to increase its revenue collection.

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3 w. ago Key witness in Joshlin Smith case says she was tortured at safe house

The state's key witness in the Joshlin Smith trial, Lourentia Lombaard has been cross-examined.

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3 w. ago Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery

After more than five weeks in the hospital battling a severe respiratory illness, Pope Francis has returned to the Vatican—but the road to recovery is far from over. The 87-year-old pontiff, looking frail but grateful, appeared on a hospital balcony in his wheelchair to wave at the hundreds gathered below. “Thank you, everyone,” he said… Read More »Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery The post Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Soybean Market Turmoil Threatens Poultry Production in Southern Africa

Soybeans, vital for poultry feed, are critical to food security in East and Southern Africa. However, climate change and market manipulation have disrupted production in Zambia and Malawi. Zambia’s soybean output dropped 74% in 2024 due to poor rains and low prices set by dominant buyers, forcing farmers to plant less. Meanwhile, Malawi’s production fell… Read More »Soybean Market Turmoil Threatens Poultry Production in Southern Africa The post Soybean Market Turmoil Threatens Poultry Production in Southern Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 w. ago Electricity tariff hikes might lead to illegal connections: SALGA

NERSA approved Eskom's 12.74 % tariff increase for direct customers and 11.32% for municipalities.

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