JOHANNESBURG - The United States (US) President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs have kicked in.
Countries without a trade deal face steep duties. South Africa has been hit with 30% tariffs.
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The Trade and Industry Department admits it has been difficult to come up with a deal.
It's even offered to buy liquefied natural gas from the United States, and to cooperate on shale gas and rare mineral exploration.