Borders that are crisscrossed more frequently by trade in goods and services are less likely to be besieged by soldiers and other armed elements, buttressing the fact that trade dividends are not just related to development, growth, and prosperity, but also include peace and mutual understanding through dialogue among civilisations. With the proliferation of regional free trade areas across the world, it is without doubt that trade makes concrete contributions to the economic growth of many countries, and trade promotion…

Dear Fellow South African, Last week, I undertook a successful working visit to the United States at the invitation of President Donald Trump to strengthen relations between our two countries. The delegation that accompanied me included a diverse range of South Africans, with representatives from Government, business, labour and the sporting fraternity, all united in advancing our country’s interests. South Africa has always regarded the United States as a strong investment and trading partner. Our countries and our economies are…

The South African Communist Party (SACP) says the false claims of Afrikaner refugees who recently left for the United States of America (USA) are aimed at forcing South Africa to halt its transformation policies. The communist party also says the country is being penalised for taking Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ). This is contained in a post-political bureau (Politburo) statement of the party issued on Monday following a meeting on Friday last week in Johannesburg. “The Politburo…

What set my blood ablaze? The 46 Afrikaners who boarded a jet to the United States—cloaked in the victimhood of persecution, paraded before the altar of Donald Trump’s twisted version of asylum. They cry “persecution.” Persecuted by whom? The Black majority reclaiming their dignity? The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa?

This is not migration. This is secession in motion. The Great White Land Grab: Leasehold Lies and Sabotaged Returns For over a century, many whites secured long-term leases from…

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to jet off to the USA next week to meet with President Donald Trump in a bid to iron out a range of issues in the wake of a major diplomatic fallout between the two nations. According to the Presidency, Ramaphosa’s four-day official visit will take place between 19 and 22 May this year. “President Cyril Ramaphosa will embark on a working visit to the United States of America from 19 – 22…

The US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau says the 49 Afrikaner “refugees” who arrived in Washington DC on Monday described “harrowing stories of violence they faced in South Africa that was not redressed by the authorities, by the unjust application of the law.” Landau made these remarks while welcoming them alongside Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Troy Edgar. He stated that rather than receiving protection, this group had experienced violence and genuine fear for their lives in South Africa.…

South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the former Deputy Minister of Finance, Mcebisi Jonas, as his special envoy to the US. The appointment of Jonas, who was also one of the whistleblowers that led to the establishment of the state capture commission, was announced by Ramaphosa today, 14 April 2025. The appointment comes as the relationship between South Africa and the US is at an all time low following last month’s expulsion of former ambassador Ibrahim Rasool “. This…

The unilateral imposition of “reciprocal tariffs” by the United States effectively deprives countries, particularly those in the Global South, of their right to development, and is certain to face widespread opposition from the international community, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday. Recently, the United States has imposed tariffs on all its trading partners, affecting over 180 countries and regions worldwide, including some economies classified as the least developed countries by the United Nations. Analysts suggest that these high…

During his second White House term, Trump’s governing style remains characteristically assertive, launching a full-scale offensive from day one. Domestically, he’s pushing for sweeping government reforms. On the international stage, he’s swiftly announcing withdrawals from numerous international organisations and aggressively deploying foreign policy moves, seeking to reshape the landscape of American influence globally.  So, what does Trump’s return mean for Africa? Despite his stated policy goal of maintaining American hegemony, Africa may become the biggest victim of his policies. Guided by the America First principle, Trump’s second term is likely to feature an Africa policy that largely ignores the…

The Democratic Alliance (DA) returned from its US visit emboldened, declaring itself a “steadfast and credible advocate for South Africa’s national interests on the international stage” despite its junior role in the Government of National Unity (GNU). The ANC asserted that foreign policy remains the “preserve of the executive,” exposing the fragility of South Africa’s fragmented governance system, which internal divisions and global right-wing shifts strain. DA MP Willie Aucamp’s demand for ANC concessions on foreign policy, suggesting that the…