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RAMAPHOSA MEETS DONALD TRUMP

GROK The upcoming White House visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, accompanied by Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen, comes at a critical juncture in U.S.-South Africa relations, marked by heated rhetoric over claims of “genocide” against white farmers, Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) policies, and issues like land appropriation, farm murders, and corruption. These issues, often amplified by misinformation, have strained bilateral ties and stirred racial tensions in South Africa, publicly challenging Ramaphosa’s leadership. Below, I provide an overview of the key issues, their historical and current context, and pragmatic advice for both parties to achieve a win-win outcome that prioritizes stability and prosperity for all South Africans. Overview of Key Issues Claims of “Genocide” Against White Farmers Context : U.S. President Donald Trump and advisor Elon Musk have accused South Africa of perpetrating a “genocide” against white Afrikaner farmers, citing farm murders ...