The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) reports that ongoing tensions in the Middle East are significantly impacting trade conditions and input costs in South Africa, with expectations of further deterioration in the coming months.

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The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) reports that ongoing tensions in the Middle East are significantly impacting trade conditions and input costs in South…