South Africa Submits New Trade Proposal to Counter U.S. Tariffs
In response to the recent implementation of new tariffs by Donald Trump’s administration, South Africa is adopting a new strategy…
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Safer borders, stronger trade for West African Women
Every day in West Africa, thousands of women walk through border posts carrying produce like cassava, tomatoes, or maize to…
Safer borders, stronger trade for West African Women
The goal is implement solutions like these to make cross-border trade safer, simpler, and more inclusive for women Every day…
Public Procurement: Fraud, Ethics and Tariffs Take Center Stage at the 2025 Smart Procurement Indaba
Procurement fraud, tariffs and ethical sourcing are among the topics topping the agenda at the upcoming 19th annual Smart Procurement…
South Africa: Joint Media Statement by the Ministers of International Relations and Cooperation and Trade, Industry and Competition, 4 August 2025
While the current measures present challenges, it also presents opportunities to build and accelerate the implementation of the AfCFTA and…
Economy and Regional Integration: Benin and Nigeria Turn Vision into Action
The two delegations agreed to cooperate on transshipment and to combat customs fraud. At the invitation of the Government of…
South Africa continues to engage the United States (US) government on the reciprocal tariffs
South Africa and US trade relations are complementary in nature and South African exports do not pose a threat to…
Tariffs: A “Perfect Storm” Brewing in Developing Countries
As planned budget cuts to development aid begin to cause “serious damage” in developing countries, a United Nations agency warns…
President Ramaphosa responds to United States (US) tariffs announcement
South Africa will continue with its diplomatic efforts towards a more balanced and mutually beneficial trade relationship with the United…
Donald Trump Imposes 30% Tariff on Algeria and Threatens Retaliatory Measures
In an official letter addressed on July 9 to Abdelmadjid Tebboune, President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, U.S.…