Category: AGOA

South Africa Brands as Unfair US Politicians’ Call to Punish It for ‘Supporting’ Russia

JOHANNESBURG—The South African government says any “punitive action” taken against it by the Biden administration for Pretoria’s perceived support of Russia in its war against Ukraine would be based on “hysteria, hearsay, and contempt for South Africa’s sovereignty.” The reaction comes after four powerful United States Congressmen from the Democratic and Republican Parties wrote a…


Sanctioned Russian Aircraft Torpedoes South Africa’s ‘Trade Rescue Mission’ to US

JOHANNESBURG—When officials from South Africa’s governing African National Congress (ANC) return from missions to foreign countries, there’s usually great fanfare. Press conferences are held and strings of “successes” are announced to the nation. Officials are keen to take credit for political and economic gains. This was not the case when President Cyril Ramaphosa’s special envoys…