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DA Claims Trump Administration Denied Mcebisi Jonas’ Visa, Rejected Credentials
SOUTH AFRICA, JUL 15 – The Democratic Alliance says Ramaphosa knew Jonas was denied a US diplomatic visa in May yet continued to support his envoy role amid rising political tensions and looming US trade tariffs.
- Tuesday’s statement claimed that the DA alleges the US denied Mcebisi Jonas a diplomatic visa in May 2025, his credentials were rejected, and President Cyril Ramaphosa maintained his envoy role.
- Early this year, the DA visited the United States to advance an ideological agenda, leading to the campaign’s launch, after President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Jonas in April following ambassador Rasool’s expulsion.
- The Presidency stressed that Jonas supported trade and diplomatic efforts with the US, while Vincent Magwenya said the DA added sensationalism to its claims.
- The Democratic Alliance warned the country could lose billions in exports when 30% US tariffs take effect in two weeks, and said it plans to write to the Speaker of Parliament for answers.
- Looking ahead, Priyal Singh told the BBC that the US strategy may deepen economic tensions, while Lesetja Kganyago projected 100,000 job losses amid high unemployment.
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·Johannesburg, South Africa
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US reportedly denies South African envoy a visa
The US reportedly denied South Africa’s envoy to Washington a visa, the latest sign of their increasingly frosty relationship.The apparent rejection — which was not immediately confirmed — came as a South African industry body warned the country faced a “serious threat” as a result of American tariff threats and aid cuts: US President Donald Trump has accused Pretoria of allegedly discriminating against white people as well as siding with US riv…
·New York, United States
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Leaning Left2Leaning Right3Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution38% Center, 37% Right
Bias Distribution
- 38% of the sources are Center, 37% of the sources lean Right
38% Center
L 25%
C 38%
R 37%
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