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Watch VideoTrump threatens G20 boycott over ‘White Genocide’ claims in South Africa

US President Donald Trump criticised South Africa’s leadership and mainstream media for allegedly ignoring widespread violence against white farmers.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Afrikaner refugees refused to be governed by black people, says Heller

Kim Heller, a prominent social justice activist, critiques the recent departure of Afrikaner refugees to the US, arguing it reflects a refusal to accept South Africa's democratic changes and a persistent racial privilege.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|Published

Trump hails Air Force One 'gift' after Qatari luxury jet reports

Donald Trump plans to accept a luxury Boeing jet from the Qatari royal family for use as Air Force One

News World
AFP|Published

Blaming Donald Trump for conservative losses in both Canada and Australia is being too kind to Peter Dutton

Australia’s federal election, held less than a week after Canada’s, has produced a shockingly similar outcome. Commentators all over the world have pointed out the parallels.

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David Smith The Conversation|Published

AfriForum seeks to improve relations with the ANC amid US tensions

President Cyril Ramaphosa mentioned last month that he will meet with Trump “soon” to resolve bilateral differences over the status of the country.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

US President Donald Trump says he won't fire Fed chief, signals China tariffs will come down

US President Donald Trump reassured global markets by stating he won't fire the Fed chair and hinted at significant tariff reductions on China, alleviating concerns over his aggressive trade policies.

News World
AFP|Published

Global shipping navigates Trump tariffs uncertainty

Cargo ships put to sea half empty, fluctuating freight rates and possible shipping route changes are some of the recent adjustments industry specialists have noted.

Business
AFP|Published

US plans to cut diplomatic presence in Africa and eliminate climate change offices

Proposed US restructuring signals diminished diplomatic engagement in Africa.

News World
AFP|Published

Africa remains a key investment hub despite global turbulence

Underlying this momentum is a wealth of resources, a burgeoning digital economy, a youthful demographic, and the promise of economic integration fostered by initiatives.

Business
Nicola Mawson|Published

Challenges ahead for Mcebisi Jonas as South Africa's envoy to the US

Mcebisi Jonas, appointed as South Africa's Special Envoy to the US, faces significant challenges in mending diplomatic relations amid rising tensions and economic tariffs.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|Published

SA Canegrowers CEO warns of economic impact from US sugar tariffs

South African sugar industry faces significant economic challenges as US maintains 10% import tariff with the threat of returning to 30% punitive tariffs, says SA Canegrowers CEO Dr Thomas Funke.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|Published

How Trump's tariffs impact South Africa's billionaires and threaten thousands of jobs

Donald Trump’s trade tariffs protected South Africa’s richest but put thousands of jobs at risk in one of the world’s most unequal countries.

Business Jobs
Nicola Mawson|Published

'Justice over politics': SA maintains Israel genocide case despite US retaliation

Minister Lamola declares South Africa will not abandon its ICJ genocide case against Israel despite Donald Trump cutting aid and imposing sanctions, stating 'politics should not trump legal processes' in international justice.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Trump's tariffs have launched global trade wars: Here's a timeline of how we got here

Trump is no stranger to tariffs. He also launched a trade war during his first term in office, but has more sweeping plans now.

News World
Associated Press|Published

You're not welcome here! US cracks down on anti-Jew social media activity in immigration vetting

The Citizenship and Immigration Services will screen people's social media accounts for anti-Jewish sentiment.

Travel World
Se-Anne Rall|Published

What if Trump’s tariffs actually make sense?

They’re messy, risky, and unpopular – but they might be part of a bigger, smarter plan.

News Opinion
Associated Press|Published

Trump tariffs | Where things stand in the US-China trade war

The trade war between the United States and China continues to rapidly evolve, threatening to reshape international economic dynamics.

Business
AFP|Published

How Trump's tariffs could transform South Africa's renewable energy landscape

US President Donald Trump's recent tariff announcement could reshape South Africa's green economy.

Business Advice
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Trump announces a 90-day pause on tariffs, slaps China with immediate 125% tariff increase

President Donald Trump has taken the drastic step of announcing a 90-day pause on tariffs imposed on various countries, except for China.

Business
Se-Anne Rall|Published

A F**K UP! Experts weigh in as SA braces for economic fallout from US tariff increases

Global markets are in chaos as President Trump's new tariffs take effect, hurting South Africa's economy and weakening the rand.

Business
Nicola Mawson|Published

Trump tariffs | US billionaires warn of imminent recession and other problems for economy

American financiers and billionaires voice strong criticism of President Trump's newly imposed tariffs.

News World
RT News|Published

SA must strengthen diplomatic ties, diversify trade partnerships beyond the US

US President Trump's new 30% tariffs on South African exports threaten to disrupt the $23 billion annual trade relationship between the two nations. Dr. Calvin Mudzingiri analyzes how SA can respond strategically by strengthening diplomatic negotiations, diversifying trade partnerships with EU, Asia and BRICS nations, and investing in local production capacity to build economic resilience against current and future trade disruptions

Business Report Economy
Dr Calvin Mudzingiri|Published

'Arithmetic delusion': How Trump arrived at 30% tariffs on South Africa - which kicks in today

President Trump's recent announcement of a 30% tariff on South Africa has raised eyebrows, especially given his misleading claims about the country's trade practices.

Business Economy
Lee Rondganger|Published

USA brain drain: Researchers consider moving abroad amid Trump administration's policies

Amid President Trump's tightening grip on US academia, a growing number of researchers are contemplating moving abroad.

News World
AFP|Published

South African citrus producers brace for impact of Trump’s tariffs

As President Trump imposes a staggering 30% tariff on South African citrus exports, producers are left to weigh the consequences.

Business Economy
Se-Anne Rall|Published