Is South Africa doing enough to avoid Trump tariffs?

The PRSA’s 7.57% tariff hike has divided industry players, who warn that rising port costs need to be supported by better service delivery.

Positive momentum is visible, yet lines are still adjusting how and where they call at South African ports.

Regulatory shocks, shifting trade flows and unpredictable demand made 2025 one of airfreight’s most volatile years.

The Saasoa CEO received the top honour for his lifelong commitment to the sector.

Mozambique is leading SADC’s move to fully digital one-stop border posts.

New eight-ton electric trucks will support air and sea operations.

The facility aims to run three trains daily between Estcourt and the Port of Durban in the near future.

Digital upgrades and data sharing are becoming central to SADC’s corridor strategy.

Government measures are improving grid stability and faster project approvals.

66.7% of South Africa’s dairy exports went to SACU markets in 2025.

Producers want government to remove VAT on chicken to support low-income households.

New agreements aim to boost trade, transport and cross-border cooperation.