South Africa names apartheid-era negotiator as ambassador to US | South Africa
Appointing an apartheid-era figure as ambassador normalizes a brutal past.
South Africa has appointed Roelf Meyer, a former apartheid government chief negotiator, as its new ambassador to the US. This appointment comes amid strained diplomatic relations between the two countries, with President Cyril Ramaphosa hoping to improve the relationship. Meyer replaces Ebrahim Rasool, who was expelled in March 2025 after criticizing the Trump administration. The appointment is seen as an attempt to mend ties and restore a positive relationship between South Africa and the US.
15 APR 2026
— BBC
President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Roelf Meyer as South Africa's new ambassador to the US, following the expulsion of Ebrahim Rasool.
· THIS STORY — The Guardian
South Africa appointed Roelf Meyer as its new ambassador to the US, aiming to improve strained diplomatic relations with the country.
16 APR 2026
— Al Jazeera
President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Roelf Meyer as South Africa's new ambassador to the United States.
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