Botswana Seeks Duty-Free Access for Diamonds in Exchange for Tariff Removal
Botswana is nearing a historic trade agreement with the United States that could allow its diamonds ...
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South Africa’s Coalition Strained by Diplomatic Dispute Over U.S. Trade Envoy Access
Agrowing dispute within South Africa’s governing coalition has come to the fore following allegations that the ...
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Trump Slaps 30% Tariff on South Africa, Accuses BRICS of Anti-American Agenda
Anewly released letter from the White House dated 7 July 2025, addressed to South African President ...
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U.S. and China Reopen Diplomatic Channels Following Geneva Meeting
The United States and China have resumed high-level diplomatic communications following the Geneva summit held earlier ...
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Africa First – Why We Must Rethink Our Engagement with the US on Our Terms
The return of Donald Trump to the White House heralds a critical juncture for African policymakers, ...
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WTO Director-General Calls for Constructive Engagement to Overcome Stalemates in Key Trade Negotiations
Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has urged members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) to remain constructive and ...
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Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia Initiate Dialogue Following Border Closure
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia commenced diplomatic discussions on Sunday, following the abrupt ...
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