MIREILLE WENGER: SA’s stance on Russia a threat to the country’s interests
Risking Africa Growth & Opportunity Act access to the US is foolish and could result in economic disaster
The economic stability of a country and the wellbeing of its citizens is of paramount importance, and it goes without saying that a responsible and caring government must always act in the best interest of the economy and its people.
It is in this context that the ANC-led national government’s inexplicable stance on the Russia/Ukraine conflict raises concerns about its level of responsibility and care. Its stance on this contentious and polarising issue could sour trade relations with key trading partners and provide a knockout blow to an economy already on the ropes, amid rolling blackouts and inflation woes that threaten to worsen inequality, poverty and unemployment. ..
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