Msindisi Lizani, a standout undergraduate, has been crowned the winner of the prestigious 2025 Nedbank and Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition. This esteemed contest has become a launching pad for young economists to share their insights on shaping South Africa's future. Lizani's winning essay delves into the impact of tariffs on developing economies, drawing inspiration from former US President Donald Trump's protectionist policies. He examines the role of tariffs in promoting employment and safeguarding industries in emerging markets, with a focus on South Africa. Elvis Presslin spoke to Msindisi Lizani, 2025 winner of the Undergraduate Nedbank and Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition