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The trade war reckoning: How US tariffs forged a new global order

Contrary to White House claims of a trade “golden age,” official figures from the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and national customs agencies paint a different picture.

By Saxon Zvina Apr. 15, 2026

The trade war reckoning: How US tariffs forged a new global order

China's zero-tariff initiative: A new chapter in Africa's development partnership

As the global trade landscape undergoes seismic shifts, a defining moment for Africa–China relations is set to take effect on May 1, 2026.

By Saxon Zvina Feb. 16, 2026

China's zero-tariff initiative: A new chapter in Africa's development partnership

Bulawayo’s US$224.7m budget faces objections

The residents also claimed that issues raised during the 2025 budget process remained unaddressed.

By Silas Nkala Dec. 7, 2025

Bulawayo’s US$224.7m budget faces objections

Markets in turmoil: What Trump’s tariffs teach us about staying grounded as investors

A phrase making waves lately is the “Taco Trade”—the idea of taking profits early and rotating into new opportunities rather than riding every wave to the top (or bottom).

By Isaac Jonas Oct. 19, 2025

Markets in turmoil: What Trump’s tariffs teach us about staying grounded as investors

Unrest in Indonesia: Chinese Project Faces Fierce Backlash

Boost China-EU trade to nullify US tariffs

By The Hong Kong Post Mar. 19, 2025

Unrest in Indonesia: Chinese Project Faces Fierce Backlash

Mexico won't have to pay tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2, Trump says

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said Mexico won't be required to pay tariffs on any goods that fall under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade until April 2.

By Reuters Mar. 6, 2025