South Africa faces turbulent economic outlook, rising inflation as US tariffs wreak havoc
By Siphelele Dludla | Published Apr 4, 2025
"President Trump's new 30% tariff on South African imports has sent shockwaves through the JSE, causing it to plunge 3. 4%. Economists warn of significant impacts on SA's vehicle and agricultural exports, potentially slashing GDP growth to just 1. 3% this year.