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How Trump tariffs will affect you and your family

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Martin Bester spoke to Dawie Roodt, founder, Director, and Chief Economist of the Efficient Group, about two economic issues currently impacting South African households: U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and South Africa’s recent VAT increase.

14 Apr 2025 2AM English South Africa News Commentary · Entertainment News

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