"The best way to predict the future is to create it." — Peter Drucker
There’s been a recent uptick in tensions between South Africa and the United States, stemming from a video shared by former President Trump. The video, which was shared during a speech by Trump, allegedly showcased evidence of persecution of white farmers in South Africa. The incident has now sparked international attention, leaving many questioning the veracity of these claims and the motivations behind them.
Cyril Ramaphosa, the current President of South Africa, has addressed the situation with a mix of amusement and confusion. He stated that he was “bemused” by the unexpected attention focused on the issue, especially as it was brought to a global stage by Trump’s video. Ramaphosa’s response indicated that the narrative of systemic persecution of white farmers is an inaccurate portrayal of the situation on the ground in South Africa.
According to Ramaphosa, the issue of farm attacks is not a race-based problem but rather a criminal issue that affects all South Africans, regardless of their skin color. He emphasized that crimes committed on farms are investigated and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, with several initiatives aimed at protecting all farmers. Ramaphosa also
