The story so far · 2 days, October 19 to 23, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Pretoria, South Africa on October 19, 2026. Newest first.
China is South Africa's largest trading partner. Both are members of the BRICS group.
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Trade between South Africa and China reached almost $15 billion from May to August, nearly 24% higher than a year earlier, following a zero-tariff agreement.
Why it matters: Deeper ties with China offer South African exporters an alternative as US trade barriers rise.
Sources: Africanews · See it on the globe
President Cyril Ramaphosa told South Africans to prepare for the possible loss of benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, which has been renewed until the end of 2028.
Why it matters: Losing duty-free access would hit South African exporters such as carmakers and farmers.
Sources: The Hindu · See it on the globe