Iran war jolts energy markets: What cost for South Africa?
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As tensions continue in the Middle East, the economic fallout is being felt far beyond the region. In South Africa, officials are warning that the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran could come at a steep cost. Our South Africa correspondent speaks to political analyst Sanusha Naidu about the economic effect the war has on South Africa and the wider continent.
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