Producing cement, plastic, steel, aluminium and food causes greenhouse gases, but a circular economy can reduce emissions
This latest wave of tariff changes signals a broader trend toward economic nationalism and trade realignment.
Steel and aluminium tariff hikes imposed by the US could mean job losses in SA
Resources giant BHP Billiton plans a demerger in order to streamline and simplify its operations and South African assets are on the chopping block.
The power utility has recorded a near R10-billion loss mainly through its exposure to the aluminium market.
The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal approve BHP Billiton’s proposed merger with Rio Tinto — with conditions.
