20 h. ago Economists warn GNU uncertainty could threaten economic outlook

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula says the ball is in the DA's court.

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28 h. 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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30 h. 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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32 h. 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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33 h. ago Mashatile urges investment in skills, education for economic growth

The Deputy President says education and skills are key in growing the economy and creating jobs.

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42 h. ago US decisions on SA not based on ‘correct facts’: Steenhuisen

Steenhuisen was among the economic cluster ministers who were answering oral questions in the NA.

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43 h. ago Global trade war is inevitable following Trump’s tariffs: Analyst

Parks Tau says they are still trying to make sense of the new tariffs

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45 h. ago Macron calls for suspension of investment in US after tariffs

Macron called the Trump's tariffs "brutal and unfounded".

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49 h. ago South African Presidency Expresses Concern Over New U.S. Tariffs

The South African Presidency has voiced apprehension regarding the recent imposition of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump, describing them as punitive measures that hinder international trade. On Wednesday, President Trump announced extensive global tariffs, asserting they were in retaliation for what he termed unfair trade practices. South Africa is among the nations affected, facing… Read More »South African Presidency Expresses Concern Over New U.S. Tariffs The post South African Presidency Expresses Concern Over New U.S. Tariffs first appeared on iAfrica.

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49 h. ago Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers

In a recent policy shift, the United States has imposed steep tariffs on several African nations, effectively signaling the end of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Countries such as Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Botswana, and South Africa now face tariffs ranging from 30% to 50%. This move comes amid existing challenges in these nations,… Read More »Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers The post Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers first appeared on iAfrica.

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49 h. ago Tariffs will harm US even without European response: Germany’s Scholz

 German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says Trump's tariffs are an attack on the trade system.

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51 h. ago China, EU agree to restart talks on minimum price on Chinese EVs

Now facing 54% tariffs on exports to the US, the world's No. 2 economy China vowed countermeasures

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54 h. 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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2 d. ago US judge blocks Trump cuts to legal aid for migrant children

That law requires the government to ensure all unaccompanied children receive legal counsel.

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3 d. ago Response to Trump’s tariffs will happen at appropriate moment: EU

The EU says they will respond to Donald Trump's tariffs at appropriate moment.

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3 d. ago South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown

ArcelorMittal South Africa has postponed the planned closure of its long steel operations to August 31, following a $91.5 million lifeline from the state-owned Industrial Development Corporation. The struggling steelmaker had earlier announced it would shut down the division by April after failing to secure government concessions on electricity costs, freight rail tariffs, and import… Read More »South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown The post South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago SARS Exceeds Revenue Targets, Collects Over R1.85 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges

The South African Revenue Service( SARS) says it collected more than R1.85 trillion in taxes in the 2024/25 financial year, outperforming its previous estimates. SARS announced its preliminary revenue outcome on Tuesday. The better than expected collection comes despite a challenging operating environment. The country’s chronically weak economy, a lower-than-expected wage increase, a decline in… Read More »SARS Exceeds Revenue Targets, Collects Over R1.85 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges The post SARS Exceeds Revenue Targets, Collects Over R1.85 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers

The African National Congress (ANC) has endorsed ActionSA’s proposal to scrap the planned 0.5% VAT increase, aiming to provide relief for taxpayers already facing economic strain. ActionSA introduced an amendment to remove both the VAT and income tax increases proposed for the 2025/2026 fiscal year during Tuesday’s parliamentary joint committee on finance debate. ActionSA representative… Read More »ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers The post ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Lesufi emphasizes importance of improving tourism in Gauteng

Lesufi believes getting the basics right to attract investment will improve tourism in the province.

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4 d. ago LIVE: Ramokgopa briefs the media on Electricity Transmission

This initiative is vital for enhancing national energy security and economic prosperity

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