Ramaphosa Calls Move ‘Unilateral’ President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa publicly criticized Washington’s decision to impose a 30% tariff on South African goods , terming it a unilateral move that could jeopardize trade relations and AGOA benefits theprint.in +2 allAfrica.com +2 The Times of India +2 . The tariffs, set to start August 1, raise concerns in sectors heavily reliant on U.S. markets, especially agriculture and manufacturing. SA officials are appealing to international bodies to mediate and preserve trade stability. Will these tariffs cripple South Africa’s export economy or spur diplomatic negotiations? Chime in below.
Fuel and Aid Blockade Intensifies Crisis The UNRWA reports alarming trends in Gaza, where 1 in 10 children screened in recent clinics were malnourished—a spike linked to access disruptions and prolonged blockade conditions theprint.in . The humanitarian crisis is compounded by shortages in nutrition, medicine, and sanitation supplies. Emergency agencies warn of rising child mortality if global response doesn’t ramp up quickly. Aid groups urge more direct intervention and international pressure to open supply corridors across Gaza. How should the global community respond to growing malnutrition in Gaza? Share views below.