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South Africa Sends Delegation to U.S. for Talks to Ease 30% Tariffs

Pretoria is pressing a minerals-focused proposal that favors exporting finished products to win relief.

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa attends a press conference, after his White House meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 21, 2025. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File Photo

Overview

  • President Cyril Ramaphosa told Parliament that Presidency and DTIC representatives are in the United States preparing formal negotiations expected within days.
  • The delegation plans meetings with Trump administration officials, lawmakers and business leaders in New York and Washington.
  • The push follows President Donald Trump’s move last month to impose a 30% tariff on South African imports after earlier proposals failed to produce a deal.
  • South Africa is centering the talks on critical minerals and is seeking preferential access for value‑added exports rather than raw ores.
  • Trade Minister Parks Tau and Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola are set to join the effort, while the U.S. Trade Representative has not confirmed the schedule.