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South Africa's Ramaphosa hits back at new Trump tariffs

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As the only sub-Saharan country on the list of latest trade tariffs the Trump administration threatens to impose, South Africa could be hit with 30% tariffs on its exports to the US from 1 August.

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  • President Ramaphosa criticises US plan for new tariffs on South African exports. 3s
  • South Africa could face 30% tariffs as the only sub-Saharan country on the list. 13s
  • Ramaphosa's office says the tariffs do not reflect actual trade data. 26s
  • South Africa imposes lower or no tariffs on US imports. 30s
  • Negotiations with Washington are ongoing amid strained diplomatic ties. 44s
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