The Trump administration is moving forward with a refugee resettlement program that will bring white Afrikaners from South Africa to the United States, citing racial persecution and discrimination as the basis for their relocation.
South Africa’s case accusing Israel of “genocide” at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) was secretly planned by anti-Israel lawyer John Dugard and communist ex-minister Ronnie Kasrils, according to recent admissions by former South African foreign minister Naledi Pandor. The plan was intentionally concealed from the South African public to avoid backlash from the Jewish community and other critics.
Newly-appointed South African envoy to the United States, Mcebisi Jonas, is facing scrutiny over deep ties to Iran through MTN Group, the telecommunications giant he chairs. MTN owns a 49% stake in Irancell, Iran’s second-largest mobile operator—raising concerns about national security and diplomatic priorities, especially as the U.S. continues to pressure Tehran over its nuclear ambitions.
In a tragic reminder of the growing danger faced by Christians abroad, American missionary Pastor Josh Sullivan was abducted at gunpoint while leading a prayer meeting at his church in South Africa.
President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk both criticized South Africa on Friday over its discriminatory economic policies and deepening ties with Iran. Their comments came after a senior member of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) met with Iran’s ambassador, defying Trump’s recent executive order condemning South Africa’s relationship with Tehran.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa criticized President Donald Trump on Tuesday, condemning his decision to reinstate sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) and accusing the U.S. of shielding Israel from accountability.
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the U.S. will cut financial assistance to South Africa, citing concerns over land policies and its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
