South Africa–United States relations
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The United States and South Africa currently maintain bilateral relations with one another. The United States and South Africa have been economically linked to one another since the late 18th century which has continued into the 21st century. United States and South Africa relations faced periods of strain throughout the 20th century due to the segregationist, white minority rule in South Africa, from 1948 to 1994.[1] Following the end of apartheid in South Africa, the United States and South Africa have developed a strategically, politically, and economically beneficial relationship with one another and currently enjoy "cordial relations"[2] despite "occasional strains".[2] South Africa remains the United States' largest trading partner in Africa as of 2019.[2]
South Africa |
United States |
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Diplomatic mission | |
Embassy of South Africa, Washington, D.C. | Embassy of the United States, Pretoria |
Envoy | |
Ambassador M. J. Mahlangu | Ambassador Reuben Brigety |