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What happens if the US imposes sanctions on South African officials?

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Revoking former foreign affairs minister Naledi Pandor's US visa suggests a shift towards personal, targeted pressure, and that's usually how it starts – but the smart move is to prepare, not panic; SA could explore alternative payment networks to reduce dependence on US-dominated financial infrastructure, says Faadil Moti, CEO of 80eight.

16 Dec 2025 English South Africa Tech News · Investing

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