South Africa faces U.S. trade tensions escalation

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has vehemently criticized Donald Trump’s decision to implement a 30% tariff on South African goods, accusing 14 nations of unfair trade practices. Furthermore, Trump has warned of a potential 10% levy on countries collaborating with BRICS. Ramaphosa asserts that this is a misinterpretation of data and that the tariffs will significantly harm South Africa’s economy since the U.S. is its largest trading partner.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/eye-on-africa/20250708-trade-tensions-rise-as-u-s-targets-south-africa