President Ramaphosa Slams Afrikaner Refugees to U.S. as “Cowardly”
Pretoria, South Africa – May 14, 2025
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday criticized Afrikaner families who have sought refuge in the United States, calling their departure “cowardly” in the face of what they claim is racial discrimination and looming land expropriation without compensation.
Ramaphosa made the remarks during a press briefing in Cape Town, stating that those leaving the country over fears of white marginalization are distorting the reality of South Africa’s efforts to address historical injustices.
“We cannot build a united nation if some choose to run rather than engage,” Ramaphosa said. “To flee because of fear of transformation is not only cowardly, it’s unpatriotic.”
Concerns Over Land Expropriation Persist
Many Afrikaners cite concerns about the government’s land reform policies, which include the possibility of expropriating land without compensation. Critics argue that the policy threatens property rights and disproportionately targets white landowners.
The South African government maintains that the policy is a necessary step to correct apartheid-era injustices, but the debate has prompted some families to emigrate, particularly to the U.S. and Australia.
International Attention Growing
The Afrikaner diaspora in the United States has gained some media attention, with refugee applicants citing fears of political instability, racial hostility, and economic uncertainty in South Africa.
No official response has yet been issued by the U.S. State Department regarding these claims.
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