South Africa Races Against Tariff Deadline

South Africa seeks resolution in trade discussions with the U.S. as a 30% tariff on exports looms. Relations between the two nations have been strained due to South Africa's race policy and a controversial genocide case against Israel. No final feedback has been received from the U.S. administration.

As South Africa edges closer to a crucial deadline, the nation's trade ministry remains eager to secure a favorable trade agreement with the United States before a 30% tariff on its exports is imposed this Friday.

Talks with President Donald Trump's administration have been shrouded in uncertainty, with tensions rising due to disputes over South Africa's internal race policies and a contentious genocide accusation against Israel, which the latter strongly refutes.

In a recent statement, South Africa's trade department expressed anticipation for a conclusive response from the U.S. regarding the status of their proposed trade framework, with the clock ticking ominously towards the August 1 deadline.

(With inputs from agencies.)