Midterm upsets weaken Trump: What it means for SA trade and diplomacy

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IEC deputy chief electoral officer Masego Sheburi updates us on voter turnout, election-day snags and how far the count has progressed. Wits honorary professor of international relations John Stremlau unpacks the US midterm upsets and what they mean for Donald Trump’s agenda. AgriSA CEO Johann Kotze warns about higher costs facing SA farmers following the US announcement on Agoa trade benefits. And Dr Mark Bussin, director at Praemium Reward Advisors, asks when executive bonuses reward resilience and when they reward poor performance.

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Guests on today’s show:
Masego Sheburi: Deputy chief electoral officer, IEC
Prof John Stremlau: Honorary Professor of International Relations, Wits
Johann Kotzé: CEO, Agri SA
Dr Mark Bussin: Director, Praemium Reward Advisors