Afrikaners
Organization IdeologyAfrikaners are white South Africans whose alleged persecution is a point of contention between the US and South Africa.
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Afrikaners are a South African ethnic group descended from primarily Dutch settlers. Recent news focuses on claims, largely promoted by former US President Trump, of their persecution in South Africa. These claims have led to diplomatic tensions between the US and South Africa, with Trump reportedly considering policies to offer Afrikaners refuge in the US, a move South Africa's president has called racist. South Africa denies the persecution claims and has summoned the US ambassador over related "undiplomatic remarks". The US embassy in South Africa has reportedly increased access for Afrikaners. The situation is further complicated by arrests of foreign nationals processing US refugee applications in South Africa, adding to the already strained relationship between the two countries.
Last updated: August 25, 2026
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