President Ramaphosa Fights Back! Slams Trump's South Africa 'Falsehoods' in Fiery National Address
President Cyril Ramaphosa has firmly rejected Donald Trump's claims that South Africa would be excluded from the 2026 G20 Summit, reaffirming the nation's status as a founding member. Ramaphosa also refuted allegations of 'genocide against Afrikaners' and 'land confiscation,' labeling them as untrue statements part of a disinformation campaign. He highlighted South Africa's successful G20 presidency, its strong relationship with the US, and urged citizens to counter falsehoods that undermine national interests and international trust.Pelumi Ilesanmi • Across Africa • 7 months ago • 1 minute read •

President Cyril Ramaphosa has unequivocally reaffirmed South Africa’s integral position within the G20, directly refuting claims made by his United States counterpart, Donald Trump, regarding the country's potential exclusion from next year’s summit. In a recent address to the nation, Ramaphosa declared that South Africa remains a founding and full member of the G20, participating “in its own name and right.” He confirmed the nation’s attendance at the 2026 summit in Miami as “a full, active and constructive member,” emphasizing that its participation is not subject to invitation but rather an inherent right.
Ramaphosa also staunchly rejected Trump’s recurring allegations of
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