7 d. ago Trump Picks Controversial Media Critic as US Envoy to South Africa

President Donald Trump has nominated Leo Brent Bozell III, a conservative media critic and pro-Israel commentator, as the United States ambassador to South Africa. Bozell, founder of the Media Research Center, is known for his outspoken views in support of Israel as well as his ties to right-wing media. Since Trump’s return to the White… Read More »Trump Picks Controversial Media Critic as US Envoy to South Africa The post Trump Picks Controversial Media Critic as US Envoy to South Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago EFF condemns Leo Brent Bozell’s nomination as US ambassador to SA

EFF has condemned the nomination of Leo Brent Bozell the Third as US ambassador to South Africa.

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9 d. ago Conservative firebrand nominated as US Ambassador to South Africa

Bozell's name was reportedly submitted to the Senate earlier Tuesday

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9 d. ago Expelled Ambassador Calls for South Africa to Uphold Sovereignty

Ebrahim Rasool, the former South African ambassador to the US, received a warm welcome from ANC members and trade unions in Cape Town upon his return to the country. Rasool was declared persona non grata by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio following his critical remarks about Donald Trump’s foreign policy during a webinar. Rasool… Read More »Expelled Ambassador Calls for South Africa to Uphold Sovereignty The post Expelled Ambassador Calls for South Africa to Uphold Sovereignty first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Defiant Diplomacy: South Africa’s Expelled Ambassador Stands His Ground

Ebrahim Rasool returned to Cape Town on Sunday, not as a triumphant negotiator but as a man unwavering in his convictions. The former South African ambassador to the U.S. was expelled with just a week’s notice, but if Washington thought it could dictate South Africa’s alliances, Rasool had a firm response: “America doesn’t get to… Read More »Defiant Diplomacy: South Africa’s Expelled Ambassador Stands His Ground The post Defiant Diplomacy: South Africa’s Expelled Ambassador Stands His Ground first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Ramaphosa Calls for Calm Amid Ambassador Rasool’s Controversial Return

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appealed to political parties and organizations to avoid actions that could further inflame tensions with the United States ahead of expelled Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool’s return. South Africa’s former ambassador to the US is set to arrive back in the country on Sunday. During a media briefing on Thursday, the Presidency acknowledged… Read More »Ramaphosa Calls for Calm Amid Ambassador Rasool’s Controversial Return The post Ramaphosa Calls for Calm Amid Ambassador Rasool’s Controversial Return first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Andries Nel Tipped to Succeed Ebrahim Rasool as South Africa’s Ambassador to the US

South Africa is eyeing African National Congress veteran Andries Nel as the frontrunner for its next US ambassador, following the expulsion of Ebrahim Rasool last week. Nel is the country’s Deputy Minister of Justice – a role he has held since 2009. According to sources, he is a respected figure within the ANC, with a… Read More »Andries Nel Tipped to Succeed Ebrahim Rasool as South Africa’s Ambassador to the US The post Andries Nel Tipped to Succeed Ebrahim Rasool as South Africa’s Ambassador to the US first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago South Africa Responds to US Expulsion of Ambassador, Vows Continued Diplomacy

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) expressed its respect for the United States’ decision to expel Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool. The US government issued a 72-hour notice on Saturday, instructing Rasool to leave the country following an announcement by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who declared Rasool “persona non grata” via social media.… Read More »South Africa Responds to US Expulsion of Ambassador, Vows Continued Diplomacy The post South Africa Responds to US Expulsion of Ambassador, Vows Continued Diplomacy first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Expert questions Rasool’s conduct to US following sudden expulsion

Dr Kingsley Makhubela has questioned the conduct of South Africa's ambassador to the US.

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3 w. ago US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout

South Africa’s ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool, appears to have been frozen out in Washington, failing to secure key meetings with State Department officials and key Republicans. Rasool, who occupied the same position during the Obama administration, is likely being shut out due to his pro-Palestinian stance and past criticism of Trump. His ordeals… Read More »US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout The post US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout first appeared on iAfrica.

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