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Gayton McKenzie Praises Ramaphosa After Washington Meeting

Gayton McKenzie Praises Ramaphosa's Washington Meeting Amid Mixed Reactions Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to Washington DC, South African politician Gayton McKenzie publicly praised him for resetting US-South Africa relations.Despite mixed reactions from South Africans regarding the president's reception, McKenzie hailed Ramaphosa's leadership and expressed pride in his country's representation abroad.
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Gayton McKenzie Praises Ramaphosa’s Washington Meeting Amid Mixed Reactions

Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s visit to Washington DC, South African politician Gayton McKenzie publicly praised him for resetting US-South Africa relations. Despite mixed reactions from South Africans regarding the president’s reception, McKenzie hailed Ramaphosa’s leadership and expressed pride in his country’s representation abroad. Amidst a polarized public response, McKenzie’s remarks sparked both support and criticism on social media.

Gayton McKenzie’s Support for Ramaphosa

Gayton McKenzie commended President Cyril Ramaphosa for his leadership during a recent meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden, stating it restored diplomatic relationships. He tweeted, “Thank you for resetting our relationship with America, Mr. President.”

McKenzie expressed pride in Ramaphosa’s performance, noting, “You handled this meeting like a true leader. Many of us are proud to be South African.” His remarks invited mixed reactions across social media platforms.

Despite facing backlash, McKenzie encouraged patriotism over criticism, emphasizing the importance of unity among South Africans. He stated, “Let the critics criticize, and the patriots be patriotic,” reinforcing his support for Ramaphosa.

Public Reaction to Ramaphosa’s Meeting

Contrary to McKenzie’s admiration, many South Africans expressed dissatisfaction with Ramaphosa’s performance during the U.S. visit. Criticism focused on the perceived inadequacies of the handshake dynamics between Ramaphosa and Biden.

Some commentators voiced embarrassment, suggesting heads of state should be treated with greater decorum. Responses to McKenzie’s post highlighted these concerns, with users questioning the implications of Ramaphosa’s diplomatic approach.

Additionally, mention of Ramaphosa’s endorsement of policies related to white farm murders churned further debate. Critics argued that his statements did not resonate positively with the broader sentiments of the black South African community.


Gayton McKenzie’s praise for President Ramaphosa after his Washington visit sparked a mix of approval and criticism among South Africans. While McKenzie lauded Ramaphosa for being a strong leader, others expressed embarrassment and disagreement with his performance.


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