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Unpacking Ramaphosa's Postulated 'Reset' Visit to the United States: The Realpolitik of Diplomatic Engagement in Uncharted Waters

President Cyril Ramaphosa's 2025 visit to the United States comes amid unprecedented diplomatic tensions, as he seeks to mend fractured relations with President Donald Trump.

News Politics Opinion
Clyde N.S. Ramalaine|Published

AGOA renewal hinges on US call for reciprocity in trade relations

Amid President Trump's shifting trade policies, the US State Department's top official for Africa emphasises the need for 'reciprocity' in renewing the African Growth and Opportunity Act, which provides crucial duty-free access for African products.

Business
AFP|Published

SA explores loophole for Starlink launch ahead of Ramaphosa-Trump meeting

Amid rising diplomatic tensions, South Africa's government is reportedly seeking a controversial workaround to Black Economic Empowerment laws to facilitate Elon Musk's Starlink launch, coinciding with President Ramaphosa's crucial meeting with Donald Trump.

News Politics
Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Steenhuisen: White farmers issue ‘didn’t come up’ in US trade talks

“No, it didn’t come up at all. ” These are the words of Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen on whether White farmer concerns were raised in US trade talks.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Johann Rupert pulls the strings in Ramaphosa-Trump White House meeting

Johann Rupert could play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of President Ramaphosa's meeting with Donald Trump. Discover how this South African billionaire is influencing crucial diplomatic discussions in Washington.

News Politics
IOL Reporter|Published

Ramaphosa says ‘nothing to fear’ ahead of meeting Trump

President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives in Washington, DC, with confidence ahead of his meeting with President Donald Trump, aiming to address key issues and strengthen South Africa-US relations.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|Published

Will Elon Musk's Starlink finally launch in South Africa? Ramaphosa seeks deal

President Cyril Ramaphosa is reportedly considering offering Elon Musk's Starlink a workaround to South Africa’s BEE rules, as part of a broader strategy to reset strained relations with the United States.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Trade and diplomacy take centre stage in Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump - Presidency

Presidential spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, said the main focus will be on AGOA, high tariffs and the relations and not the alleged genocide of white people.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Give us the farms: Malema demands the land abandoned by Afrikaners who fled to the US

EFF Leader, Julius Malema cast doubt on the claim that the 49 individuals were legitimate farmers. “Nothing about them looked like farmers—they looked like car guards”.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Ramaphosa and Trump: A pivotal meeting welcomed by the De Klerk Foundation

The FW de Klerk Foundation has expressed strong support for the upcoming meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump, highlighting the critical global challenges both leaders are set to tackle.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

South African woman faces backlash for claiming refugee status to join husband in the US

Jacqueline Botha's controversial refugee claim to join her husband in the US has sparked outrage, with many questioning the legitimacy of her motives amid claims of racial persecution.

Weekend Argus News
Simon Majadibodu|Published

‘She just wanted a free trip’ : SA woman slammed for refugee claim to join US husband

Jacqueline Botha is facing backlash after leaving her affluent South African suburb to join her husband in America, under refugee status many say she didn’t need.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

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?

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

LOOK: Ramaphosa arrives in US ahead of White House sit-down with Donald Trump

President Cyril Ramaphosa's arrival in Washington DC marks a pivotal moment for South Africa as he prepares for crucial discussions with US President Donald Trump.

News Politics
Se-Anne Rall|Published

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.

Daily News Opinion
Ayanda Mdluli|Published

Rand could drop to R17. 75 against the dollar, but maybe not because of Ramaphosa’s US trip

As the rand hovers around R18 to the dollar, experts predict a potential drop to R17. 75, driven by upcoming National Budget announcements.

Business
Nicola Mawson|Published

Why Ramaphosa left out Afrikaners in Trump talks: Analysts explain the strategy

Political analysts say President Cyril Ramaphosa intentionally excluded Afrikaner nationalist leaders from his US trip to avoid stirring divisions within the GNU and to keep the delegation aligned on key priorities.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Malema labels Ramaphosa's US visit a 'waste of time' amid budget crisis

Julius Malema criticises President Ramaphosa's upcoming trip to the US, claiming it undermines South Africa's sovereignty during a crucial budget period.

Cape Argus News
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Watch VideoUS President Donald Trump launches investigation into Kamala Harris' use of celebrity endorsements

US President Donald Trump announces a major investigation into Kamala Harris' campaign tactics, accusing her of improperly using celebrity endorsements to bolster her failed presidential bid.

News World
AFP|Published

What if Trump does to Ramaphosa, what he did to Zelensky? Expert weighs in

As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares for a crucial meeting with Donald Trump, experts warn of the challenges ahead in mending diplomatic ties and addressing misinformation about South Africa.

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Malema criticises Ramaphosa's US trip as a 'waste of time' during critical budget crisis

Julius Malema criticises President Ramaphosa's US visit, labelling it ill-timed and detrimental to South Africa's sovereignty during a crucial budget period. As Parliament prepares for a national budget speech, Malema warns of the potential consequences of compromising national principles.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Don't overlook the 'inconvenient truths', Mr letterwriter

Daily News' letter writers air their views, once again, the Middle East conflict and Donald Trump are the prominent topics of discussion.

Daily News Opinion
Published

Steenhuisen joins SA’s US delegation

President Cyril Ramaphosa selects four ministers to accompany him to the US, including Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen, Minister of Trade and Industry Parks Tau, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni and International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Steenhuisen joins Ramaphosa's US visit to counter 'white genocide' claims and save ties

President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday in a high-stakes diplomatic engagement.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Steenhuisen joins delegation 'to save AGOA'

President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to the US aims to strengthen trade relations and secure the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, with Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen playing a crucial role in negotiations.

Cape Argus News
Mashudu Sadike|Published