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US tariffs threaten 35,000 South Africa citrus farming jobs

April 10, 2025

A farming town in South Africa is breathing a sigh of relief after US President Donald Trump announced a three-month pause to planned import tariffs. Citrusdal exports millions of oranges to US markets. While the tariff has been put on hold, the farmers say the uncertainty is damaging their business. 

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Dianne Hawker DW Southern Africa correspondent