SA Pushes for More Time Before US Trade Sanctions Kick In

South Africa pushes for extension of deadline to finalize trade deal with US

Trade minister says South Africa’s industry to ‘exercise strategic patience and not take decisions in haste’ - Anadolu Ajansı

Government seeks extension of Trump tariff deadline to pursue trade deal

South Africa has asked for more time to negotiate a trade deal with US President Donald Trump's administration before his higher tariff regime goes into effect on July 9, the trade, industry and competition department said on Tuesday.

SA pushes for more time before US trade sanctions kick in

South Africa is looking for a trade deal that excludes key exports in exchange for buying liquefied natural gas from the US.

South Africa seeks extension of US tariff deadline amid ongoing trade tensions

South Africa has formally requested an extension from the United States on a critical tariff deadline as the two countries continue delicate negotiations over trade relations. The move comes in the context of strained diplomatic ties between Pretoria and Washington that have intensified since the inauguration of President Donald Trump in January 2025. On July 9, a 31% tariff is scheduled to take effect on South African exports to the US markets.…

SA pushes to revise US trade deal as new template emerges

US-Africa trade talks see South Africa call for more time

South Africa, joined by several other African nations, has formally urged the United States to extend the looming 90-day deadline for finalizing a key bilateral trade agreement. Officials say more time is needed to align the deal with evolving negotiation frameworks. The South African Trade Ministry revealed the appeal on Tuesday, citing a recent high-level meeting between Deputy Trade Minister Zuko Godlimpi and Assistant US Trade Representative…