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Diplomacy amid discord: Ramaphosa and Trump set stage for new trade talks - Presidency

The Presidency said President Cyril Ramaphosa was looking forward to an outcome that will deliver enhanced trade and ensure shared prosperity for both SA and the US.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Cyril missed an opportunity to deal with youth unemployment

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.

Cape Times News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Showdown in Washington, but we aren't having any of that white genocide BS

Social media users react to the Oval Office showdown between Donald Trump and Cyril Ramaphosa

Daily News Opinion
Published

It was a hard, dirty job for Ramaphosa dialoguing with Trump, but someone had to do it

It was painful watching and listening to some of the cringeworthy false claims, exaggerations and plain blue lies when President Cyril Ramaphosa sat down to chat to his US counterpart, Donald Trump, in the White House on Wednesday.

Pretoria News Opinion
MAZWI XABA|Published

Steenhuisen reveals GNU's purpose: Blocking EFF and MKP from power

This revelation was made during a high-profile meeting on Wednesday, where President Cyril Ramaphosa and his delegation, including Steenhuisen, met with US President Donald Trump at the White House.

Daily News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

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.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

A Kansas family farm, barely getting by, grapples with Trump’s cuts

The young couple had taken a 10 percent hit when the Trump administration abruptly cut $1 billion from two programs that supplied local produce and meat to schools and food banks across the country.

Sunday Tribune News
The Washington Post|Published

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.

Sunday Tribune Opinion
Professor Busani Ngcaweni|Published

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.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

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.

Daily News News
Simon Majadibodu|Published

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.

Daily News News
AFP|Published

Malema defends EFF against imperialism after Trump plays ‘Kill the Boer’ clip

Julius Malema challenges claims of ‘white genocide’ in South Africa, asserting that the EFF will not compromise on land reform, following Trump’s controversial video at their White House meeting.

Cape Argus News
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

‘We won’t bow to imperialism’: Malema defends EFF stance after Trump plays ‘Kill the Boer’ clip

Julius Malema challenges claims of ‘white genocide’ in South Africa, asserting that the EFF will not compromise on land reform, following Trump’s controversial video at their White House meeting.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Donald Trump Jr says 'maybe one day' he'll run for US president

Donald Trump Jr's recent comments spark speculation about a potential presidential bid in 2028.

News World
AFP|Published

Saffers rally around Ramaphosa ahead of crunch meeting at White House

X users comment about the forthcoming meeting between a high-level South African delegation and US officials in an attempt to revive bilateral trade relations

Daily News Opinion
Published

SA delegation in US won't be strong-armed into foreign mineral deals, says Mantashe

Acting President, Gwede Mantashe, said any commitments involving South Africa’s mineral resources must include industry-wide consultation.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Trump, Cyril meet amid healthcare crisis

The closure of the Clinical HIV Research Unit’s (CHRU) Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention Clinic, which is directly linked with the termination of US funding, will significantly impact cervical cancer prevention efforts in SA.

Cape Times News
Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Ramaphosa’s US visit could pave way for Musk’s Starlink

Ramaphosa's spokesperson told Reuters that licensing for Starlink would be discussed during the Washington visit.

Cape Times News
Reuters|Published

Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump: Key topics for their upcoming meeting at the White House

This sit-down comes at a time when South Africa's relationship with the United States is seemingly strained, making these discussions all the more significant.

News Politics
Se-Anne Rall|Published

South Africa's government seeks to ease Black ownership laws for Starlink's entry

This comes amid media reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s high-powered delegation was offering a workaround to South Africa’s Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) laws to enable Starlink’s entry into the local market.

Daily News
LUNGANI ZUNGU, Reuters and Manyane Manyane|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

SA/US relations: How South Africa now finds itself in humiliating position

This is not just about citrus fruit and car parts. AGOA is a litmus test for South Africa’s global legitimacy.

Cape Times Opinion
Tara Roos|Published

High-stakes diplomacy as Ramaphosa works to enhance trade relations with the United States

President Cyril Ramaphosa embarks on a pivotal visit to Washington, aiming to revitalise trade relations with the United States amid growing concerns over tariffs and economic stability.

Saturday Star
AFP|Published

Is South Africa's sovereignty at risk during Ramaphosa's US visit?

President Cyril Ramaphosa embarks on a controversial diplomatic visit to the US, raising concerns over national sovereignty and the implications of his meeting with Donald Trump.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|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