US President Donald Trump has vowed to cut off all future funding to South Africa, citing concerns over land expropriation and alleged discriminatory treatment of some residents, particularly foreigners. This decision comes after South African President Cyril Ramaphosa signed an expropriation bill into law, allowing the government to seize land without compensation in certain cases.
The newly passed legislation permits expropriation without compensation only in circumstances where it is “just and equitable and in the public interest” to do so. This includes situations where the property is not being used, there is no intention to develop or profit from it, or when it poses a risk to people.
Trump expressed his concerns in a post on his Truth Social platform on Sunday, stating that he would cut off funding to South Africa due to the new law. However, it is unclear how this decision would impact the country, as the specifics of the funding cuts have not been disclosed.
The move has sparked concerns about the potential consequences of Trump’s decision, particularly in regards to the impact on South African residents and the country’s economy. The situation is developing, and further updates are expected in the coming days.
