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Trump's narrative on Afrikaner genocide faces backlash from US media
During a meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and Trump in the Oval Office last week, the US president pushed the narrative that there is a genocide of Afrikaner farmers in South Africa and that the government’s laws allow for their land to be taken away without compensation.
Afrikaners not responsible for misinforming Donald Trump, says Afrikaner Leadership Network
The Afrikaner Leadership Network defends its stance against accusations of misleading Donald Trump, as South Africa's leaders seek to reset relations with the US. What does this mean for the future of South African diplomacy?
The myth of white genocide in South Africa: The US knows the misinformation but doesn't care
Daily News editor Ayanda Mdluli delves into the conservative, right-wing American views and their over-hyped political games and shenanigans.
Poetic Licence
A few Afrikaners are seeking asylum in the United States, claiming persecution in democratic South Africa. The irony is rich. The same South Africa whose black majority once had to actually flee, shackled by passbooks and banned ideas, now stands accused of chasing away its former masters. It would be funny if it weren’t so tragic, and so telling.
Afrikaner 'refugee' in the US: 'I left my five-bedroom house, dogs and mother behind'
An Afrikaner man recounts the heart-wrenching decision to leave his mansion behind while fleeing racial persecution in South Africa.
IOL exposé forces Renaldo Gouws to apologise for racist slurs in SAHRC hate speech settlement
An explosive IOL investigation that exposed Renaldo Gouws’s racist online rant has culminated in a hate speech settlement with the SA Human Rights Commission. The former DA MP has been ordered to apologise publicly, marking a significant victory for media accountability and public justice.
Who is Pieter Kriel? Young activist shakes up SA's political landscape with controversial views on race
At just 21, Pieter Kriel is challenging South Africa's political landscape with his provocative views on race. His journey from idealism to controversy is reshaping the discourse on equality and activism.
Whiteness, Trekking and the Spectacle of Persecution
Why are white Afrikaners framed as victims while brown-skinned refugees face harsh realities? Gillian Schutte delves into the complexities of race, migration, and historical narratives in the context of Donald Trump's refugee policy.
Ramaphosa plans meeting with Donald Trump after 49 Afrikaners granted refugee status
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to meet Donald Trump to address the contentious refugee status of Afrikaners, sparked by a chartered flight that has ignited debates about their eligibility and the political ramifications.
Afrikaner refugees refused to be governed by black people, says Heller
Kim Heller, a prominent social justice activist, critiques the recent departure of Afrikaner refugees to the US, arguing it reflects a refusal to accept South Africa's democratic changes and a persistent racial privilege.
South Africans laugh at Donald Trump's 'folly' over taking in Afrikaner 'refugees'
49 Afrikaners left South Africa for the US, with Trump claiming they are fleeing persecution. South Africans express disbelief over his remarks, labelling the situation as a case of privilege rather than victimhood.
‘These are not refugees’: Afrikaners relocating to the US can return to South Africa, but there’s a catch
The South African government asserts that the 49 Afrikaners departing for the US under Trump's offer are not refugees, raising questions about political motivations and the implications for South Africa's constitutional democracy.
US affording refugee status to fleeing Afrikaners 'disturbs' South Africa government
President Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump recently spoke, agreeing to meet to resolve tensions. However, the South African government has maintained its hard line against the US, saying that its actions are undermining the country's sovereignty.
100 years of Afrikaans: A language of diversity and complexity
Today marks a century since Afrikaans was recognised as a state language in South Africa. This milestone invites reflection on its diverse history and the evolving identity of its speakers, as advocates call for a more inclusive celebration.
'No Genocide, No Land Grabs': Steenhuisen backs Ramaphosa ahead of Trump talks
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced imminent talks with Trump to address critical US-South Africa relations.
Kleinfontein's Afrikaner community declines Trump's relocation offer
The Kleinfontein community, consisting of 1,500 Afrikaner residents, has firmly rejected the opportunity to relocate to the United States following President Trump's executive orders, expressing their commitment to remain in South Africa and address local issues.
Donald Trump's refugee offer | Afrikaner couple share their fears of living in South Africa
An Afrikaner couple's viral video pleading for Donald Trump's help due to safety fears in post-apartheid South Africa has sparked intense debate, with many accusing them of alarmism and racism.
Controversial 'Afrikaner Act' in US Congress offers refugee pathway for white South Africans
Republican Congressman Troy Nehls has introduced the 'Africaner Act' that would grant Priority-2 refugee status to white South Africans, removing entry quotas and waiving requirements to personally prove persecution claims.
Is the Expropriation Act a threat to foreign investment in South Africa? Billionaire Rob Hersov weighs in
Billionaire Rob Hersov speaks out against the Expropriation Act, claiming it drives away foreign investment.
Why historian Pitika Ntuli believes Julius Malema should reconsider singing 'Kill the Boer'
Julius Malema's controversial 'Kill the Boer' chant on Human Rights Day ignites outrage, as historian Pitika Ntuli questions the implications of such provocative lyrics amidst global criticism.
AfriForum urges President Ramaphosa to condemn 'Kill the Boer' chants
Amid rising concerns over violence against Afrikaners, AfriForum demands that President Ramaphosa publicly denounce hate speech and classify farm murders as a national priority offence.
REVEALED | How AfriForum is raking in the cash from member fees
Analysis reveals AfriForum could generate between R113 million and R1. 1 billion annually from its 315,000 members, as the organisation reports membership growth following its US advocacy trip.
AfriForum responds to Trump's comments on farm murders, says the concerns are understandable
AfriForum said that the world could also see that that President Cyril Ramaphosa was reluctant to condemn statements like “Kill the Farmer” and even denying the existence of farm murders which in many cases involved torture.
Donald Trump says farmers keen to quit 'terrible' South Africa welcome in US
President Donald Trump said Friday South African farmers were welcome to settle in the United States after repeating his accusations that the government was "confiscating" land from white people as he announced an end to federal funding.
Afrikaners demand two-state solution similar to Israel at US embassy demonstration
As Palestine is still reeling from an ongoing genocide, many South Africans online argue that those advocating for this want black people to be brutalised like those in Gaza.