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'Trump doesn't have the facts about SA:' South Africans express outrage over Trump's false genocide claims
South Africans voice their anger and frustration over US President Donald Trump's repeated false claims of genocide against white farmers during a crucial meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa, aimed at mending strained relations.
Dr Iqbal Survé says Ramaphosa missed an opportunity to deal with youth unemployment in South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent meeting with US President Donald Trump has sparked criticism for neglecting the urgent issue of youth unemployment in South Africa, which affects 65% of young people. Dr Iqbal Surve highlights the need for immediate action to create job opportunities and address this pressing concern.
Lobolo at the White House: President Ramaphosa, the Chief Negotiator, Delivers the Bride
Diplomatic meetings are not open-mic nights or unfiltered podcasts. Ramaphosa knew that at the private meeting he would robustly engage and call out the fake news. You don’t negotiate or announce lobolo (the bride price) in public.
'Orchestrated propaganda': How US media reacted to Ramaphosa-Trump Oval Office meeting
US news outlets criticise Donald Trump's controversial Oval Office meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, highlighting misinformation and racially charged rhetoric surrounding claims of 'white genocide'.
Markets pretty much shrug off Trump’s attack on Ramaphosa
Despite US President Donald Trump's strong comments on alleged genocide against white farmers in South Africa, the rand and JSE remained stable.
Ramaphosa returns home after standing firm against Trump’s falsehoods and defending South Africa’s sovereignty
Amid a charged meeting with Trump, President Ramaphosa defends South Africa’s sovereignty and highlights the importance of US participation in the upcoming G20.
Ramaphosa's White House blunder: Chaos and missed chances
South Africa's recent White House visit led by President Cyril Ramaphosa has been widely condemned as a diplomatic failure, exposing a lack of preparation and strategic messaging amidst growing international criticism.
How to get Starlink 'monkey' off our back: Cosatu suggests a workaround BEE law for Elon Musk
Cosatu believes a solution can be found for Elon Musk's Starlink to operate in South Africa without adhering to BEE laws, amidst rising diplomatic tensions with the US.
‘Useless and unprepared’: Social media roasts silent ministers at Ramaphosa-Trump White House meeting
People on social media were furious after Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Ronald Lamola, and Parks Tau didn’t say a word during a tense meeting at the White House, where Donald Trump made bold accusations about land grabs and violence against white farmers in South Africa.
Trump digs up dusty headlines to sell a white genocide myth — Ramaphosa wasn't buying it
US President Donald Trump waved printouts from incendiary sources like American Thinker, he pointed to headlines and photos—some completely unrelated.
Readers have their say: The time for patience is over
Readers WhatsApps on a variety of subjects
South Africans either love or hate that Johann Rupert is in Washington with Ramaphosa
X users are either for or against Johann Rupert accompanying Cyril Ramaphosa to the White House
'He is a true patriot': Gayton McKenzie praises Johann Rupert following White House meeting
Minister Gayton McKenzie has publicly changed his stance on billionaire Johann Rupert, calling him a 'true Patriot' after Rupert's influential meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump at the White House.
AKA's timeless tweets resurface following President Cyril Ramaphosa's White House visit
Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to the White House, AKA's touching tweets on social issues have resurfaced, highlighting his enduring relevance in South Africa's ongoing debates about land reform and national identity.
What Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump means for South Africa and the G20 summit
Amidst rising tensions, President Ramaphosa shares optimistic insights from his meeting with Trump, highlighting the importance of the upcoming G20 summit for South Africa's global standing.
Trump ambushes South African delegation: Analysts weigh in
In a tense White House meeting, Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen faces backlash from analysts for failing to address critical issues, including land reform and farm killings, during discussions with President Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump.
Move over Ernie Els and Retief Goosen, Gary Player is still the biggest Donald Trump supporter
Gary Player remains the most vocal supporter of Donald Trump among South African golf legends, surpassing Ernie Els and Retief Goosen.
Analysts label Trump's attack on South African delegation a 'complete ambush
Political analysts react to US President Donald Trump's unexpected criticism of South Africa's delegation, led by John Steenhuisen, during a White House meeting, calling it a 'complete ambush' and highlighting the delegation's lack of preparation.
Trump, Cyril in White House showdown
President Cyril Ramaphosa faced an unexpected challenge from Donald Trump in the Oval Office, as the US president presented controversial claims about white genocide in South Africa, turning a diplomatic meeting into a heated debate over land rights and racial tensions.
Watch: Trump confronts Ramaphosa, pushing claims of genocide
While Ramaphosa and several of his deputies agreed with Trump that curbing violence should be a priority, they also noted that it is a problem across all of South Africa, not just in rural areas and certainly not just against White people.
Mcebisi Jonas blocked from US meeting due to past comments on Trump
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to meet with former US President Donald Trump in Washington, but without his newly appointed envoy Mcebisi Jonas, after the Trump administration raised objections over past comments Jonas made.
Vuyo Zungula: Trump can't tell Vladimir Putin or Captain Ibrahim Traoré who to bring to White House
Vuyo Zungula, leader of the African Transformation Movement, critiques the recent meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump, labelling it a failure due to Trump's demands for specific delegation members.
Ambushed: Trump's controversial claims of genocide against white South Africans during Oval Office meeting with Ramaphosa
During a tense Oval Office meeting, US President Donald Trump presented a video claiming genocide against white farmers in South Africa, leaving President Cyril Ramaphosa struggling to respond. This encounter highlights the complexities of US-South Africa relations amidst controversial land expropriation laws.
‘A complete ambush’: Analysts react to Trump’s surprise attack on 'unprepared' SA delegation to White House
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is under fire from analysts who say he lacked the intellectual strength to handle critical discussions on land reform and farm killings during a tense meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump.
Vincent Magwenya on White House meeting: 'You could see President Ramaphosa was being provoked'
Discover how President Cyril Ramaphosa navigated a provocative meeting with Donald Trump, as assessed by spokesperson Vincent Magwenya. What strategies did Ramaphosa employ to maintain decorum amidst tension?