U.S. Embassy in South Africa
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in South Africa
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U.S. Deputy Secretary meets South African Foreign Minister at UN General Assembly
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with South African Foreign Minister Lamola on September 24 during the United Nations General Assembly.
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U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg issues alert ahead of planned demonstration
A demonstration is scheduled to take place at the U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg on Saturday, August 30, between 10:00 and 13:00.
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U.S.-South Africa ties celebrated at Independence Day event
The U.S. Mission to South Africa hosted an Independence Day celebration on July 2, 2025, marking 249 years of American independence.
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State Department issues worldwide caution amid Middle East tensions
On June 22, 2025, the Department of State issued a Worldwide Caution Security Alert.
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Israel takes unilateral military action against Iran, says Secretary of State Marco Rubio
The White House has released a statement from Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding recent developments in the Middle East.
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U.S. welcomes Afrikaner refugees fleeing discrimination
Today, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau greeted the first group of Afrikaner refugees arriving in the United States.
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US evaluates refugee resettlement eligibility for South Africans facing discrimination
The U.S. Department of State is working with the Department of Homeland Security and various partners to evaluate eligibility for refugee resettlement in the United States for Afrikaners and racial minorities in South Africa.
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Demonstration set for April 30 at U.S. Consulate in Sandton
A demonstration is planned to occur at the U.S. Consulate in Sandton, South Africa, on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
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U.S. Mission praises SAPS for recovering kidnapped citizen in Eastern Cape
The U.S. Mission to South Africa has expressed gratitude to the South African Police Service (SAPS) following the successful rescue of a kidnapped American citizen.
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Scheduled demonstration may affect U.S. embassy access in Pretoria on April 18
The U.S. Embassy in Pretoria has announced a potential demonstration scheduled to occur on April 18, 2025, orchestrated by the Gatvol Patriots.
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President Trump issues proclamation for Women's History Month 2025
Every year, Women's History Month provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of women throughout history.
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Clarification on U.S. ambassador nomination process to South Africa
The nomination of a new U.S. Ambassador to South Africa is subject to a formal constitutional procedure.
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Demonstration at U.S. Sandton Consulate planned by Islamic Center of Africa
A demonstration is set to occur on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the U.S. Consulate in Sandton, South Africa.
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U.S. clarifies refugee resettlement program procedures and eligibility
The U.S. Department of State has provided answers to frequently asked questions regarding the Refugee Resettlement Program, clarifying key aspects for potential applicants.
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Understanding the United States Refugee Admissions Program
Under U.S. law, a refugee is defined as an individual outside their country of nationality who cannot return due to past persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social...
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David Greene takes charge at U.S. Embassy in Pretoria
David Greene, a seasoned member of the Senior Foreign Service, has assumed the role of Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa as of March 2025.
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Demonstration planned at U.S. Embassy in Pretoria
A demonstration is set to occur at the U.S. Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa, today from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm.
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Trump's executive order targets racial discrimination in South Africa
The U.S. Department of State, in alignment with President Trump's Executive Order on Addressing Egregious Actions of the Republic of South Africa, is collaborating with the Department of Homeland Security.
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Demonstration planned at U.S. Embassy in Pretoria on February 15
A demonstration is scheduled to occur in Pretoria, South Africa, on Saturday, February 15, 2025.
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Demonstration alert issued for Sandton amid medical boycott protest
A demonstration is scheduled to occur at the Sandton Convention Center in Sandton, South Africa, on Thursday, February 13, 2025.