The United States is shifting its approach in Africa, emphasizing trade over aid, but recent cuts to foreign assistance threaten key infrastructure projects that support this strategy. South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa is visiting Washington to address these concerns, aiming to secure ongoing trade ties and challenge US policies, including the issue of Afrikaner refugees. The high-level talks highlight the importance of economic cooperation and the potential impact of US policy changes on African development. South African officials are particularly focused on maintaining access to US markets and attracting investment. The outcome of these discussions could reshape the future of US-Africa economic relations.
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U.S. Says It Wants Trade, Not Aid, in Africa. Cuts Threaten Both.
President Trump’s slashing of foreign assistance threatens road and energy projects that diplomats and experts say align with U.S. priorities.
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South Africa’s President to Challenge Trump on Afrikaner Refugees
In a visit to the White House, President Cyril Ramaphosa will also highlight business opportunities for Elon Musk.
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South Africa's talks with Trump aim to salvage trade, says minister
Securing South Africa's trade ties with the United States will be a key aim of President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to Washington this week to meet Donald Trump, a minister in the delegation said Monday. Ramaphosa was to be accompanied by four cabinet ministers on the high-stakes visit and was expected to meet Trump at the White House on Wednesday.
