US removes South Africa’s G20 website as Trump begins 2026 presidency with unprecedented exclusion

The United States began its presidency of the Group of 20 on Monday with a move that immediately drew international attention. The official G20 website, previously managed by South Africa as the outgoing host, was wiped clean and replaced with a minimalist page

South African Police Probe Allegations Linking Zuma’s Daughter to Recruitment for Russian Mercenaries

South African authorities have opened an investigation into claims that Duduzile Zuma Sambudla, a daughter of former president Jacob Zuma, may have played a role in recruiting South African men to join Russian mercenary forces involved in the war in Ukraine. Police confirmed

Trump Administration Warns South Africa Against Issuing G20 Statement as Policy Rift Deepens

The Trump administration has formally cautioned South Africa not to move forward with a joint statement at the upcoming Group of 20 summit in Johannesburg, according to a document reviewed by Bloomberg. The warning reflects widening policy disagreements and marks another sharp setback