South Africa names apartheid-era politician as new ambassador to the US
Summary
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer, a former politician from the apartheid era, as the new ambassador to the United States. This comes after a period without a top ambassador due to strained relations following comments made about President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- Roelf Meyer served in South Africa’s government during the apartheid era and helped negotiate its end.
- Meyer was the chief representative of the National Party, which introduced apartheid.
- He worked with Ramaphosa during talks to end apartheid and later served in the post-apartheid government.
- South Africa did not have a top ambassador in the US since Ebrahim Rasool was expelled last year.
- Rasool was expelled after accusing President Trump of using "white victimhood" language.
- Relations between South Africa and the US worsened after President Trump returned to office last year.
- Meyer’s appointment as ambassador is effective immediately.
- President Ramaphosa’s spokesperson confirmed the appointment to the BBC.
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