The Influence and Consequences of the Import Tax Introduced on April 2, 2025, by the USA on South African Goods, Food, Fruit, and Wine
July 11, 2025 · 7 min
On April 2, 2025, the United States, under President Donald Trump, imposed a 30% import tax on South African goods, significantly affecting sectors such as food, fruit, and wine. Dubbed "Liberation Day" tariffs, this measure is part of a broader U.S. strategy to protect domestic industries and address trade imbalances.