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U.S. tariffs a devastating blow to South Africa | SA News

The announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump of a 30% tariff on South African goods and produce exported into the United States from 01 August 2025 is deeply concerning and will have wide ranging and devastating consequences for South Africa.

Whilst not explicit, the announcement would signal the end of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) which gives South Africa duty-free access to the US for more than 6000 products, including goods in the automobiles, agriculture and textile industries.

The Democratic Alliance stands in solidarity with every South African business, entrepreneur, farmer, manufacturer, miner and all others who export goods and produce to the United…

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