On his first day in office, President Trump announced the U.S. withdrawal from the WHO and suspended foreign aid, specifically targeting South Africa. His allegations against South Africa regarding land confiscation were baseless, yet he signed an executive order halting aid to the nation. The South African government, though under pressure due to its apartheid legacy, faces uncertainties on how to confront Trump's accusations. Meanwhile, this move coincides with a troubling trend of disinformation and racist narratives surrounding the African nation.
Trump's actions targeting South Africa are set against a backdrop of racist rhetoric and disinformation promoted by his administration.
How will South Africa respond? ... the country's terrible apartheid legacy creates pressure for national leaders to speak up on behalf of racial justice.
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