Washington D.C. – President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Washington D.C. for his working visit.
The SA Presidency said President Ramaphosa arrived in the U.S. this afternoon, Monday, (19 May 2025).
“The purpose of the visit is to reset and revitalise bilateral relations between South Africa and the United States (US),” explained Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to President Ramaphosa.
“In this regard, the visit will focus specifically on reframing bilateral, economic and commercial relations.
“On Wednesday, 21 May 2025, President Ramaphosa will meet with President Donald Trump at the White House.”
President Ramaphosa will be accompanied by the following Ministers:
- Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation,
- Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Minister in the Presidency,
- Parks Tau, Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition,
- John Steenhuisen, Minister of Agriculture and
- Mcebisi Jonas, Special Envoy to the United States of America

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