McKenzie Rejects Calls to Encourage Afrikaner Exodus

South African Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie firmly opposes calls to encourage Afrikaners to leave the country, despite US President Donald Trump's invitation for them to seek refuge in America.

Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie publicly stated on February 9, 2025, that he would not encourage Afrikaners to leave South Africa, despite numerous requests to do so. This statement comes in response to a recent executive order by US President Donald Trump inviting Afrikaners to seek refuge in America.

McKenzie, a member of a political party advocating for the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants, emphasized his stance against the relocation of Afrikaners, stating they are fellow South Africans, while illegal foreigners are not. He declared his unwavering commitment to South Africa and all its citizens, asserting his mission to continue the legacy of Nelson Mandela.McKenzie's statement follows President Trump's executive order, citing the South African Expropriation Act as enabling the government to seize Afrikaner agricultural property without compensation. The order further highlights foreign policy disagreements between the US and South Africa regarding the Middle East conflict. Notably, Elon Musk, a close ally of Trump and a South African-born entrepreneur, has criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa's government for allegedly implementing openly racist ownership laws. Adding to the tension, the US Secretary of State announced their absence from the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa, citing the country's perceived anti-American agenda.Trump's executive order directs the Secretary of State and Secretary of Homeland Security to prioritize humanitarian relief for Afrikaners experiencing racial discrimination in South Africa. This includes facilitating their admission and resettlement through the US Refugee Admissions Programme. The order presents a significant development in the relationship between the US and South Africa, raising questions about the future of Afrikaner communities within the country

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