Sanctions? Not So Fast — Redi Tlhabi on What the U.S. Bill Really Means for South Africa
Description
In this solo episode of The Readiness Report, Redi Tlhabi cuts through the panic and misinformation surrounding the US–SA Bilateral Relations Review Act of 2025. Are sanctions really imminent? What stage is the bill really at? From Washington, Tlhabi explains the legislative process, the politics behind the headlines, and why it’s crucial to stay informed, not alarmed.
00:27 Understanding the Legislative Process
01:39 Current Developments and Misreporting
02:10 Clarifying the Sanctions Situation
04:10 The Role of the Global Magnitsky Act
05:25 Review of Bilateral Relations
06:28 The Real Motive: The ICJ Case
06:48 Corruption and Accountability
07:30 Foreign Influence and Domestic Issues
08:19 Historical Corruption Cases
09:08 US Multinationals and Corruption
12:35 South Africa's Diplomatic Engagement
16:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Produced by Emilie Gambade, Bernard Kotze & Joel Seboa
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