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Podcast: First Take SA
Episode: ActionSA slams looming US tariffs on South Africa
Description: ActionSA MP Alan Beesley has slammed the government's failure to prevent looming US tariffs, calling the 30% levy on South African exports a betrayal of workers. He says despite earlier talks and reassurances, government diplomacy collapsed putting thousands of jobs and key sectors like auto manufacturing, steel, and agriculture at risk. Beesley warns ordinary citizens, not politicians, will suffer most, and urges President Ramaphosa to present a clear, urgent plan of action. ActionSA MP Alan Beesley spoke to Elvis Presslin