Wandile Sihlobo | Jonas and the whale of SA's American problem

Wandile Sihlobo | Jonas and the whale of SA's American problem

South African leadership is actively working to mend fences with the US. Mcebisi Jonas has his work cut out, writes Wandile Sihlobo.

Frans Cronjé on ANC self-harm that caused yesterday’s polling earthquake, disastrous US relationship

Freshly returned from a working trip to the US and Europe, Dr Frans Cronjé is not surprised to see IRR polling puts the DA ahead of the ANC.

South Africa appoints Mcebisi Jonas as special US envoy in bid to ease tensions

The South African government has appointed Mcebisi Jonas, former deputy finance minister, as special envoy to the US in an attempt to improve relations with Washington. The two countries' relationship is at its lowest point in years.

South Africa: Jonas Pledges to Do His Best to Strengthen U.S.-South Africa Ties As Special Envoy

[SAnews.gov.za] Former Deputy Finance Minister Mcebisi Jonas has pledged to do his utmost as President Cyril Ramaphosa's Special Envoy to the United States (US) to promote a healthy working relationship between South Africa and the US.

Jonas warns of 'no quick fixes' to repairing SA relationship with US

Jonas’ appointment sparked controversy over remarks he made about US President Donald Trump more than four years ago.

Jonas appointed as special envoy to try to mend US ties