U.S. President Donald Trump has announced trade tariffs for many countries around the world, including South Africa.
This has shaken global markets, with China and Canada announcing their own retaliatory moves.
It comes in the same week as tensions simmer in the Government of National Unity, over the contentious budget.
Naledi Moleo looks at these and other big stories of the week.
Tune into Newzroom Afrika DStv channel 405 for more.