UK Wants Trade Lift From Zuma Trip

South Africa plans to double its trade with the UK and become a gateway for European companies looking to establish bases in Africa.

On a three-day state visit to Britain from March 3 to 5, President Jacob Zuma of South Africa was given a ceremonial welcome on Horse Guards Parade, London, where he reviewed a guard of honour with Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

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