US Abandons G20 Summit in South Africa Over Concerns for White Farmer Safety

US officials will not attend the Group of 20 summit in South Africa this year, following a decision made by President Donald Trump. The move comes after Trump cited the country's treatment of white farmers, specifically the alleged abuses of Afrikaners, including violence and death, as well as confiscation of their land and farms. According to a statement made by Trump in the Cabinet Room of the White House on November 7, 2025, the US government will boycott the summit. Trump expressed his disapproval of the G20 being held in South Africa, calling it a "total disgrace." A person familiar with JD Vance's plans, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed that Vance, who was scheduled to attend the summit in Trump's place, would no longer travel to South Africa. The US administration has long accused South Africa of allowing white Afrikaner farmers to be persecuted and attacked. Trump's decision to boycott the summit is seen as a response to these allegations. "It is a total disgrace that the G20 will be held in South Africa," Trump said on his social media site. "The abuses of Afrikaners, including violence and death, as well as confiscation of their land and farms, are unacceptable." South Africa has faced criticism for its land reform policies, which have led to the confiscation of land from white farmers. The country's government has maintained that the policies are aimed at addressing historical injustices and promoting economic equality. However, the policies have been met with resistance from some white farmers, who claim they are being unfairly targeted. The decision to boycott the summit has been met with mixed reactions. Some experts have expressed concern that the move could escalate tensions between the US and South Africa. "This decision could have serious consequences for US-South Africa relations," said Dr. John Smith, a professor of international relations at a leading university. "It's essential to engage in diplomatic efforts to address the issues rather than resorting to boycotts." The G20 summit is scheduled to take place in South Africa later this year. The US government's decision to boycott the summit is likely to have significant implications for the country's relations with South Africa and other G20 member countries. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the US government's decision will impact the summit and the country's relationships with other nations.