2 h. ago Trade war escalates: China retaliates with massive 125% Tariffs

China increased tariffs on US imports to 125% in response to Trump's 145% hike.

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22 h. ago Three NHBRC staff linked to George building collapse referred to SAPS

The incident claimed the lives of 34 construction workers last year

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2 d. ago US to impose 104% tariffs on China from Wednesday: White House

The United States also said it will also take back the Panama Canal from Chinese influence.

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3 d. ago Lesufi calls for action as Gauteng taxi violence claims 30 lives

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has raised concerns about the ongoing taxi violence in the province.

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3 d. ago Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk – aid sources

Nearly 23 million people, more than half of whom are children, are in need of aid in Afghanistan.

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3 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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4 d. ago Mkhwebane claims LPC didn’t notify her of intention of disbarment

Busisiwe Mkhwebane says LPC has not formally notified her of its intention to disbar her.

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4 d. ago Expectations of US recession rises after Trump increased tariffs

J.P. Morgan has raised it expectation of a US recession from 40% to 60%.

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5 d. ago Accused claim confessions in Joshlin case were obtained under duress

Two accused in the Joshlin Smith case say their confessions were coerced.

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6 d. ago Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown

South African road-running queen Gerda Steyn etched her name deeper into the history books on Saturday by claiming a record-breaking sixth consecutive title at the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town. Steyn dominated the 56km race, completing it in 3:26:54 – just over a minute off her own course record of 3:29:06 set in 2023.… Read More »Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown The post Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Lamola dismisses claims that SA was aware of October 7 Hamas attack

The attacks led to Israeli retaliation that has since continued in Gaza

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7 d. ago W Cape High Court reviews Van Rhyn’s confession amid torture claims

The court continues viewing video of Van Rhyn's confession amid torture claims in Joshlin Smith case

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7 d. 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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7 d. 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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7 d. 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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8 d. ago Macron calls for suspension of investment in US after tariffs

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

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8 d. 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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8 d. 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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8 d. ago Tensions remain high in South Sudan following Machar’s house arrest

Riek Machar is accused of being behind clashes between government forces and the White Army

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8 d. ago South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks

A senior South African delegation, led by International Relations Director-General Zane Dangor, has returned from Washington, where it met top US officials to discuss bilateral issues and clarify Pretoria’s stance on contentious policies like the Expropriation Act. The US officials, including those from the White House and State Department, were reportedly “cordial and receptive.” The… Read More »South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks The post South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks first appeared on iAfrica.

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