2 w. 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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2 w. ago Rasool to hand over report on US expulsion to Ramaphosa soon

Former SA's Ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool to hand over his report to the president.

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2 w. ago SA Must Repair US Ties Despite Diplomatic Fallout, Says Former Ambassador Rasool

Former South African Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, has emphasized the urgent need for South Africa to repair its strained relationship with the US, arguing that the livelihoods of millions depend on it. Rasool returned home with his wife, Rosieda, on Sunday morning, greeted warmly by a spirited crowd of African National Congress… Read More »SA Must Repair US Ties Despite Diplomatic Fallout, Says Former Ambassador Rasool The post SA Must Repair US Ties Despite Diplomatic Fallout, Says Former Ambassador Rasool 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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3 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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3 w. ago Ramaphosa expects a full report from expelled SA ambassador to the US

The US will today officially strip expelled ambassador Ebrahim Rasool of his recognition.

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3 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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3 w. ago Presidency notes expulsion of SA’s Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool

In a post on X, Rubio accused Rasool of hating America and President Donald Trump.

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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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