‘Meyer wasn’t able to turn things around’: Analysts warn of new low amid US visa restrictions

South African political analyst Andre Duvenhage warns that the US visa restrictions on officials accused of involvement in race-based discrimination and land seizures signal a historic low in bilateral relations. The policy, announced by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, marks Washington's strongest rebuke yet of Pretoria's handling of minority rights.

US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III stated that the restrictions are just the beginning, showing "America's firm resolve in this matter." Duvenhage noted that South Africa has not responded to US concerns regarding discriminatory legislation, rural safety, and alignment with China, Iran, and Russia, making this the lowest point in US-South African relations since 1994.