South Africa rejects Trump's land 'confiscation' claim DW 02/03/2025
Briefly

President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa firmly denied claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the confiscation of land in South Africa. Trump suggested without evidence that certain groups are being treated poorly and that the U.S. would be terminating aid to South Africa. In response, Ramaphosa expressed the desire to clarify these misconceptions and improve understanding between the two nations, asserting that his government does not engage in land confiscation as claimed.
President Cyril Ramaphosa asserted that the U.S. does not fully understand the South African land situation while rejecting Donald Trump's claims of property confiscation.
The South African government aims to engage with the U.S. to clarify misunderstandings around its policies regarding land and property.
Trump's accusations about land confiscation in South Africa have prompted President Ramaphosa to assert the need for dialogue to clear up misconceptions.
President Ramaphosa stated that his government is not taking land, emphasizing the importance of dialogue with the U.S. to address misunderstandings.
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