<h1>South African and US officials agree roadmap after talks to seek removal of 30% tariff threatening jobs and growth</h1> South African trade officials met with US counterparts in Washington for talks described as 'cordial and constructive' to seek removal of a US-imposed 30% tariff on South African imports and to repair strained bilateral relations. Officials agreed a roadmap for follow-up negotiations after three days of discussions, though no immediate resolution was announced. The tariff, one of the highest facing sub-Saharan exporters, risks significant job losses amid high domestic unemployment and slowed growth. The talks occur against broader diplomatic tensions, including suspension of development aid, the expulsion of South Africa's ambassador, and differing positions over an ongoing international legal dispute concerning conduct in a conflict.