South Africans exasperated by Trump's false claims of 'white genocide'
- President Cyril Ramaphosa visited Washington in May 2025 to meet President Donald Trump amid ongoing US-South Africa relations.
- The visit followed Trump's disputed claims of white genocide in South Africa and came as Ramaphosa leads an uneasy coalition after ANC's poor election results.
- South Africa faces stagnating economy, high unemployment, corruption, and dysfunctional services, while Ramaphosa sought US investment to address joblessness and crime.
- Ramaphosa remained composed during the meeting despite some criticism, and Verashni Pillay noted he "excels in these high-pressure situations."
- The visit underscores political pressure on Ramaphosa and the ANC, with potential consequences for the Agoa trade deal and domestic stability.
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