The Southern African Development Community (SADC) says the region is ready to open the SADC Free Trade Area (FTA) next year as per the set milestones. 12 Nov 2007
Tariffs on imported steel have been removed in a bid by government to make steel cheaper for users. This comes as a debate ensues among economic strategists – in South Africa's domestic economy and in the context of the World Trade Organisation's negotiations - as to the merits or otherwise of comprehensive tariff reform. 7 Nov 2007
New Delhi – India is hosting the two-day India-Africa Hydrocarbon Conference, from Tuesday, set to bring about 25 Africa states closer to their Indian counterparts in the oil and gas sector. 5 Nov 2007
Brussels - The European Union (EU) says there is a need for a more comprehensive partnership, and more coherent policies towards Africa. 2 Nov 2007
China's government may have high-profile political and strategic reasons for seeking closer ties with Africa, but its companies are here mostly for the money, analysts say. 30 Oct 2007
The upcoming South African International Trade and Investment Conference and Exhibition will showcase the advantages of doing business in the country. The Department of Trade and Industry, along with Trade and Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) are to host the event at the International Convention Centre, Durban, from 29 - 31 October 2007. 24 Oct 2007
Black Bottle, one of the favoured drinks of the people of Islay, an island renowned for its charismatic single malt Scotch whiskies, is now available in South Africa for the first time in its 128-year history. 23 Oct 2007
India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) will no longer accept just "dessert" from major international countries but insist on joining in on the "main meal" conceded the three heads of state at the opening of the second IBSA summit. 18 Oct 2007
Trade between South Africa, India and Brazil has reached the $7 billion mark but the countries should be aiming to improve this, says the Minister of Trade and Industry Mandisi Mpahlwa. 17 Oct 2007
Next to 3 600 manufacturers and 5 000 clothing brands, the South African ranges presented at Magic, the fashion industry marketplace exhibition that takes place in February and August in Las Vegas, US, were outstanding and have been well received by the industry. 16 Oct 2007
Economists at the Trade Law Centre for Southern Africa have recommended that India reduce its tariffs on gold imported from South Africa. 10 Oct 2007
The second annual India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) summit could result in the trilateral initiative achieving their trade target of US$10 billion within the next few years. 3 Oct 2007
While Africa is blessed with an abundance of mineral resources and raw materials, the continent contributes less than 1% to global manufacturing figures. 26 Sep 2007
The International Trade Centre is taking a strong stand against a proposed ban on airfreighting organic fruits and vegetables from developing countries to Britain. The United Kingdom's Department for International Development (DfID), jointly with ITC, has organised a seminar in London today, 17 September 2007, to debate the controversial issue. 17 Sep 2007
Struggling to boost its foreign currency reserves, a cash-strapped Zimbabwe government this week began charging duty in forex for imported footwear and clothing items, including underwear, we can reveal. A Zimbabwean opposition MP described the latest move as “absolutely barmy.” 13 Sep 2007
South African wine exports are back on track, after a temporary hiccup in 2006 when sales dipped around 5% after 12 straight years of growth. So says Su Birch, CEO of Wines of South Africa (WOSA). 10 Sep 2007
South Africa and Italy are to fortify bilateral ties as Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, supported by Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad undertakes a working visit to the European nation. 5 Sep 2007
Economic ties and various trade agreements have been signed to strengthen relations between the Limpopo Province and the four northern regions of Namibia. 4 Sep 2007
TradersCity.com, a fee-free import and export marketplace has released free trade alerts software that brings the latest trade offers to importers and exporters desktops. 28 Aug 2007
The development of a trade port at La Mercy, north of Durban, including the King Shaka International Airport has been approved by the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism. 27 Aug 2007
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