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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
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.
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.
Five pencils, two dolls and a president who really wants a big new plane
Trump's fixation on toys and planes raises questions about his priorities as president. Is this obsession a reflection of American consumerism?
Chickens come home to roost as Afrikaners leave the nest
Readers of the Daily News write to the editor about issues they feel strongly about
SA Government rejects ‘refugee’ label for Afrikaners resettled in US
49 Afrikaners from South Africa have been granted asylum in the US, raising concerns from the South African government over allegations of racial discrimination and farm attacks.
Blaming Donald Trump for conservative losses in both Canada and Australia is being too kind to Peter Dutton
Australia’s federal election, held less than a week after Canada’s, has produced a shockingly similar outcome. Commentators all over the world have pointed out the parallels.
Elon Musk urges Trump to reassess aggressive trade tariffs
Elon Musk is calling on President Trump to rethink his harsh tariff policies, invoking the concerns of business leaders.
Trump's latest round of tariffs are poised to go into effect: Here's what we know
A number of sweeping new taxes on goods from other countries are already here, with more set to take effect in the coming days. Donald Trump has promised that his latest and most severe volley of duties, which he calls “reciprocal” tariffs, kicked in on Wednesday. Further escalation could soon follow.
'Arithmetic delusion': How Trump arrived at 30% tariffs on South Africa - which kicks in today
President Trump's recent announcement of a 30% tariff on South Africa has raised eyebrows, especially given his misleading claims about the country's trade practices.
USA brain drain: Researchers consider moving abroad amid Trump administration's policies
Amid President Trump's tightening grip on US academia, a growing number of researchers are contemplating moving abroad.
Latest Trump Tariff News | Asian markets tumble as Trump's tariffs roil global trade
Asian markets are in turmoil following President Trump's new tariffs, with countries scrambling to respond as global trade faces unprecedented challenges.
OPINION | How Trump's trade war affects South Africa's economy
As President Trump's tariffs loom large, South Africa faces a daunting challenge with a 30% tariff on its goods entering the US, putting its economy at risk. What are the implications for key sectors and the future of trade relations?
US tariffs pose new challenges for South Africa’s mining industry, warns Minerals Council
The Minerals Council South Africa warns that new US tariffs could negatively impact global economic growth and mineral demand, despite key exports like PGMs and gold being exempt. While the gold price remains robust and a weaker rand may boost export competitiveness, concerns remain about broader economic consequences.
Donald Trump escalates trade war with sweeping global tariffs
US President Donald Trump's latest tariffs have ignited a fierce global trade war, stirring outrage from allies and rivals alike.
The effects of US tariffs on global car manufacturers
Carmakers brace for impact as US tariffs on imports take effect.
Challenging Trump's travel discrimination | Why do we accept unequal policies?
Is travel a privilege reserved for the few? Discover how the Global South is challenging this notion and advocating for equal travel rights.
Former ambassador Tony Leon | SA's 'self-harming' US foreign policy needs economic-focused reset
Former South African Ambassador Tony Leon has called for a strategic reassessment of SA-US relations following recent diplomatic tensions. Leon criticised 'megaphone diplomacy' and urged a more pragmatic approach focused on economic growth and job creation rather than ideological positioning.
Understanding the MPC's decision to maintain the repo rate - Chris Harmse
Discover why the SA Reserve Bank's MPC surprised economists by keeping the repo rate unchanged despite low inflation.
Beyond Silence: It’s the right(s) time to speak up
Human Rights Day is not just a historical marker it is a mirror held up to our present reality as South Africans. It forces us to take a good look at ourselves and ask whether we are truly honouring the sacrifices made for freedom, justice, and equality. This year, however, it takes on new meaning and an added weight as we witness the disturbing global rhetoric emanating from the US.
Reporters Without Borders says Trump cuts to US-funded media puts reporters at risk
Reporters Without Borders says Donald Trump's dismantling of US-funded media outlets could put journalists at risk.
US military to end treatment for people seeking gender change
As part of his blitz of executive orders touching on just about every aspect of life in America since taking office, Trump has decreed the government will only recognize two sexes and ordered that trans people be barred from the military.
'Anti-African sentiment' | Saftu responds to 'hostile' US ambassador expulsion row
In a fierce response to diplomatic tensions, Saftu's Zwelinzima Vavi denounces the US expulsion of Ambassador Rasool as evidence of anti-African sentiment, while warning against American diplomatic pressure and emphasising South Africa's sovereign right to independent foreign policy.