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South Africans exasperated by Trump's false claims of 'white genocide'

  • President Cyril Ramaphosa met with President Donald Trump in Washington in May 2025 amid Trump's unfounded claims of white genocide in South Africa.
  • Ramaphosa's visit aimed to reset US relations and secure investment amid South Africa's economic stagnation, high unemployment, crime, corruption, and an uneasy ANC-led coalition.
  • The meeting focused on US investment's role in addressing joblessness, but Trump's discredited allegations overshadowed trade talks and heightened political tensions domestically.
  • Ramaphosa remained composed, stating "US investment was needed" to combat joblessness, while critics like Julius Malema gained prominence amid calls for faster reform.
  • The episode reinforced Ramaphosa's stabilizing role but also intensified pressure for change, potentially bolstering opposition groups and reshaping South Africa's political landscape.
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