ENVOY SCOLDED: US ambassador Bozell demarched by SA government
South Africa summoned US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell after his criticism of Pretoria, as Washington repeated demands on land, race policy, farm murders and perceived hate speech.
South Africa summoned US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell following a barrage of criticism against Pretoria. Washington reiterated demands over land, race policy, farm murders and perceived hate speech. Bozell's demarche was the second this year, with his March dismissal of the "Kill the Boer" chant also provoking a rebuke. The latest imbroglio stems from Bozell's recent media statements, which harshly criticized the South African government's response to President Trump's August request for an update on US policy demands.
President Ramaphosa assured Trump of progress in addressing the issues, but the US remained dissatisfied, leading to a new policy of targeted visa restrictions on South Africans deemed responsible for the problematic policies. Bozell warned further measures would follow if South Africa failed to promptly address the concerns and emphasized the US' desire for a robust, mutually beneficial relationship.
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