In February, Cyril Ramaphosa's White House visit contrasted with Keir Starmer's charm offensive. While Trump appreciated South African golf legends, he scrutinized Ramaphosa with videos depicting violence against white farmers. This tactic mirrored previous confrontations with world leaders, notably Zelensky. Although Trump attempted to frame the narrative around potential genocide or rampant crime in South Africa, Ramaphosa maintained his composure, opting to address the pressing crime issues in his country. With a staggering annual murder rate of over 26,000, Ramaphosa's narrative reflected the grim reality of South Africa's crime situation.
"Trump received the golfers gratefully, showering them with praise. Then, he turned on Ramaphosa."
"He was made to watch what Trump took to be evidence that the South African government was presiding over the slaughter of white Afrikaners."
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