By Johnathan Paoli
President Cyril Ramaphosa has described his meeting with US President Donald Trump as a “great success,” saying it helped dispel misinformation and refocus bilateral relations on trade, investment and diplomatic cooperation.
Speaking at a media briefing after Wednesday’s closed-door meeting at the White House, Ramaphosa was upbeat, stating that the discussion offered a chance to reset what he called a “contaminated” relationship between Pretoria and Washington.
“I know you media wanted to see drama, I’m sorry we disappointed you,” he said.
One of the key outcomes, according to Ramaphosa, was that Trump’s controversial claim of a “white genocide” in South Africa did not dominate the talks.
“We didn’t dwell on it. Yes, there is a crime problem in South Africa, but it affects all communities and is deeply tied to economic challenges—not a targeted campaign against any group,” the president said.
Despite Trump playing a video alleging
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