United States & South Africa
52 shared events · Importance 12 · Last updated May 14, 2026
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International
United States: The United States, under the Donald Trump administration, initiated a refugee program for white Afrikaners, leading to the resettlement of nearly 5,000 individuals. This policy has caused diplomatic friction with South Africa.
South Africa: South Africa strongly denies claims of persecution against its white Afrikaner minority, which were used by the United States to justify a refugee program. South Africa has clashed with the United States over this issue, including raiding a resettlement application center.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States: The United States, under Donald Trump's direction, is boycotting the G20 summit in South Africa, signaling diplomatic disapproval and potentially affecting international relations.
South Africa: South Africa is facing a diplomatic boycott from the United States for the G20 summit, stemming from accusations of mistreating white farmers, which South Africa denies.
Nov 07, 2025 · 10 articles
International
United States: The United States, through its United States — International Development Finance Corporation, is investing $50 million in the Phalaborwa Rare Earths Project to reduce its reliance on China for critical minerals. This investment is part of a broader strategy to secure mineral supplies for its defense and technology sectors.
South Africa: South Africa is the host nation for the Phalaborwa Rare Earths Project, receiving investment from the United States despite a diplomatic rift. The project aims to extract rare earth elements from industrial waste within its borders.
Apr 19, 2026 · 21 articles
International
United States: The United States delegation remained present during Benjamin Netanyahu's speech, indicating continued support for Israel's campaign against Hamas, although Donald Trump signaled limits on Israel's potential annexation of the West Bank.
South Africa: South Africa has alleged that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, an accusation that the United Nations' highest court is currently weighing.
Sep 26, 2025 · 9 articles
International
United States: The United States authorities requested the extradition of Samuel Ugberease to face charges for financial crimes committed against its citizens.
South Africa: Samuel Ugberease was based in South Africa prior to his arrest and extradition.
May 14, 2026 · 10 articles
International
United States: The United States, along with its Western allies, has long dominated the global order that BRICS seeks to counterbalance. Iran's Foreign Minister urged BRICS to condemn the United States for 'unlawful aggression'.
South Africa: South Africa joined BRICS in 2010 and participated in the foreign ministers meeting.
May 14, 2026 · 11 articles
International
United States: The United States had previously imposed tariffs on some African nations, providing a contrast to China's new zero-tariff policy and influencing the geopolitical trade narrative.
South Africa: South Africa, as a more developed economy, is expected to be better positioned to expand its exports under China's new zero-tariff policy.
Apr 28, 2026 · 13 articles
Accidents
United States: The United States' United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is monitoring the situation with U.S. travelers on board the MV Hondius.
South Africa: South Africa received some of the ill passengers from the MV Hondius, including one who tested positive for hantavirus and another who died after disembarking. Its health department is conducting contact tracing.
May 03, 2026 · 539 articles
Business
United States: The US-Iran conflict and a stronger dollar influenced gold ETF flows in North America.
South Africa: South Africa contributed to steady, marginal buying in gold ETFs in other regions.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States: The United States is actively involved in the conflict with Iran, imposing a blockade on Iranian ports and seizing an Iranian-flagged ship. Its actions directly contribute to the rising tensions and impact global oil prices.
South Africa: South Africa is involved in a US-backed rare earths extraction project, an unrelated business and technology event.
Apr 19, 2026 · 29 articles
International
United States: The United States supported Israel's actions, calling the flotilla a 'stunt' and threatening consequences for its supporters.
South Africa: South Africa, along with 10 other countries, condemned the Israeli assault on the Global Sumud Flotilla.
Apr 30, 2026 · 38 articles
International
United States: The United States imposed sanctions on Joseph Kabila and previously on the Kenya — Kenya Defence Forces, aiming to enforce a peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo and promote stability in the region.
South Africa: Joseph Kabila has been residing mostly in South Africa since late 2023.
May 01, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
United States: The United States' United States — Federal Reserve tightening cycle in 2022 and regional banking stress in early 2023 were identified by Moody s Ratings as global stress episodes affecting emerging markets.
South Africa: South Africa was among the emerging market sovereigns whose resilience was assessed by Moody s Ratings.
May 05, 2026 · 7 articles
International
United States: The United States was mentioned in the context of its backing of one side in Angola's civil war and its attacks on Iran, which Pope Leo XVI criticized.
South Africa: South Africa is mentioned as having backed one side in Angola's civil war during the Cold War.
Apr 18, 2026 · 73 articles
Domestic
South Africa: South Africa's president, Cyril Ramaphosa, was present during a meeting with Donald Trump when the gifted jet was discussed, but the nation itself is not directly involved in the event.
May 21, 2025 · 11 articles
International
South Africa: South Africa faced accusations from Donald Trump regarding anti-white policies, land expropriation, and an 'anti-American' foreign policy, leading to a cut in US assistance and a strained bilateral relationship. Its affirmative action laws and legal actions against Israel at the International — International Criminal Court were also criticized.
May 21, 2025 · 6 articles
International
South Africa: South Africa is the nation whose land laws, foreign policy, and alleged treatment of its white minority were criticized by Donald Trump, leading to a contentious diplomatic meeting with Cyril Ramaphosa.
May 22, 2025 · 9 articles
International
South Africa: South Africa initiated a genocide case against Israel before the United Nations' highest judicial body, which some Latin American countries joined.
Dec 09, 2025 · 6 articles
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