Overview
- Trump said on Truth Social that no U.S. officials will attend the Nov. 22–23 Johannesburg summit as long as the alleged abuses persist.
- South Africa’s foreign ministry stated the claim of Afrikaner persecution is not supported by facts and expressed regret over the boycott.
- A previously announced plan for Vice President J.D. Vance to represent the U.S. now appears unlikely following the new directive.
- Experts cited across outlets dispute assertions of a systematic campaign against white farmers, describing the claims as unsubstantiated.
- The move follows a U.S. refugee policy shift capping admissions at 7,500 with priority for Afrikaners, as Trump signals plans to host the 2026 G20 in Miami.