Economist warns women carry the heaviest burden of Africa’s trade crisis [SOUND]

# Stellenbosch Business School economist, Nthabiseng Moleko, says the latest US tariffs on African exports threaten already fragile job security, with women expected to bear the brunt of the global trade war. Moleko warns that the 30-percent tariff on South African exports risks worsening labour insecurity, particularly for women, who face gender pay gaps, caregiving responsibilities, and limited access to financial support. She said urgent action is needed to safeguard workers while addressing long-term inequalities: