It's Topical | Ramaphosa-Trump meeting: Is it make or break?

As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares for a high-stakes diplomatic visit to meet US President Donald Trump, attention turns to what South Africa must prioritise in this critical engagement. With economic uncertainty, global misinformation, and domestic challenges piling up, Ramaphosa faces pressure to defend national sovereignty, clarify land reform policies, and strengthen trade ties - especially under frameworks like AGOA. Tonight, we unpack what’s at stake: Should Ramaphosa confront controversial narratives, including false claims of genocide? How does SA safeguard its policy independence while maintaining global partnerships? And can this visit help reposition the country on the world stage in a meaningful way? Joining us on the panel are Khulekani Mathe, CEO of Business Unity South Africa; J. Brooks Spector, former US Diplomat and Associate Editor at Daily Maverick; and Dr. Thapelo Tselapedi, Academic at Rhodes University’s Political & International Studies Department, along with insights from our digital audience. For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.