Economists have warned that the latest trade tariffs proposed by the US could accelerate the fragmentation of global supply chains and push countries towards more regional trade. The US is proposing new tariffs of up to 12.5 percent on imports from 60 trading partners including South Africa following an investigation into goods allegedly linked to forced labour. The imposition of the tariffs is subject to public hearings scheduled for the 7th of next month before a final decision is made. SABC News Economics Reporter Nosipho Radebe has the details

Economists have warned that the latest trade tariffs proposed by the US could accelerate the fragmentation of global supply chains and push countries towards more regional trade. The US is proposing new tariffs of up to 12.5 percent on imports from 60 trading partners including South Africa following an investigation into goods allegedly linked to forced labour. The imposition of the tariffs is subject to public hearings scheduled for the 7th of next month before a final decision is made. SABC News Economics Reporter Nosipho Radebe has the details

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US Tariff Plan May Reshape Global Trade as Nations Shift Toward Regional Markets

According to the International Labour Organization, Africa's continental average unemployment rate stands between 7% and 9%. The ripple effects of unemployment go far beyond the loss of an income, it affects family provision, mental health and the economy among many other things. Experts say one of the ways to address the continent's unemployment is through bridging the skills gap. Recruitment agencies such as InspHIRED, which operates across Africa, including in South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo, have tailored their offering to make their clients more attractive to the job market. To help us understand how they have had to adjust, Thami Ngubeni spoke to InspHIRED CEO and Founder, Landry Mutumbo

According to the International Labour Organization, Africa's continental average unemployment rate stands between 7% and 9%. The ripple effects of unemployment go far beyond the loss of an income, it affects family provision, mental health and the economy among many other things. Experts say one of the ways to address the continent's unemployment is through bridging the skills gap. Recruitment agencies such as InspHIRED, which operates across Africa, including in South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo, have tailored their offering to make their clients more attractive to the job market. To help us understand how they have had to adjust, Thami Ngubeni spoke to InspHIRED CEO and Founder, Landry Mutumbo

InspHIRED Recruitment: Bridging Africa's Skills Gap Key to Tackling Unemployment and Boosting Job Market Access

In today's markets slot we look at youth unemployment inSouth Africa as the Southern African nation commemorates youth month. Could entrepreneurship be the answer to this challenge? To help us answer this question, Thami Ngubeni spoke to Nokhanyo Ntshingila 

In today's markets slot we look at youth unemployment inSouth Africa as the Southern African nation commemorates youth month. Could entrepreneurship be the answer to this challenge? To help us answer this question, Thami Ngubeni spoke to Nokhanyo Ntshingila&nbsp;

Youth Month Focus: Can Entrepreneurship Help Tackle South Africa's Youth Unemployment Crisis?

The Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, has turned into the primary economic powerhouse of the continent as the South African Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition, in partnership with the Kenyan government, are hosting the highly anticipated South Africa-Kenya Business Forum.This high-stakes forum coincides with the official State Visit of Kenyan President, William Ruto, who has had talks with his South African counterpaer, Cyril Ramaphosa. Kenya and South Africa stand as the undisputed anchor economies of East and Southern Africa, yet historical trade between these two giants has been riddled with lopsided imbalances, strict regulatory red tape, and frustrating non-tariff bottlenecks. For more on what to expect from this gathering, Innocent Semosa spoke to Channel Africa Business Reporter, Innocent Semosa...

The Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, has turned into the primary economic powerhouse of the continent as the South African Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition, in partnership with the Kenyan government, are hosting the highly anticipated South Africa-Kenya Business Forum.This high-stakes forum coincides with the official State Visit of Kenyan President, William Ruto, who has had talks with his South African counterpaer, Cyril Ramaphosa. Kenya and South Africa stand as the undisputed anchor economies of East and Southern Africa, yet historical trade between these two giants has been riddled with lopsided imbalances, strict regulatory red tape, and frustrating non-tariff bottlenecks. For more on what to expect from this gathering, Innocent Semosa spoke to Channel Africa Business Reporter, Innocent Semosa...

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