Also known as: the Trump administration
US administration under President Donald Trump, pursuing policies including health funding linked to mineral access, immigration enforcement, and military cooperation across Africa.
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The Namibian
Trump administration repurposed Migration and Refugee Assistance fund for deporting non-citizens instead of refugee resettlement
“The money sent to Equatorial Guinea is the first taken from a fund apportioned by congress to address international refugee crises – and sometimes to facilitate the resettlement of refugees in the US – that has instead been repurposed under the Trump administration to hasten their deportation.”
US pays US$7.5 million to Equatorial Guinea to accept non-citizen deporteesThe Namibian
Trump administration will limit the number of refugees admitted to the US to 7,500 over the next year with priority to white South Africans
“The Trump administration will limit the number of refugees admitted to the US to 7,500 over the next year, and give priority to white South Africans.”
Trump caps refugee admissions at record low – with most to be white South AfricansThe Namibian
Trump administration suspended the US Refugee Admissions Programme in January
“In January, Trump signed an executive order suspending the US Refugee Admissions Programme, or USRAP, which he said would allow US authorities to prioritise national security and public safety.”
Trump caps refugee admissions at record low – with most to be white South AfricansThe Namibian
The Trump administration has refused to grant Mcebisi Jonas a diplomatic visa
“The Trump administration has refused to grant him a diplomatic visa, considerably hampering his mission.”
‘Our greatest asset’ — Alistair Ruiters is hot favourite to be SA’s next ambassador to USThe Namibian
Trump administration has sent second batch of deportees to Eswatini
“This is the second batch of deportees that the Trump administration has sent to Eswatini as part of its hard-line approach towards immigration.”
Eswatini accepts 10 US deportees despite legal challengeThe Namibian
Trump administration attempted to deport dozens of unaccompanied Guatemalan children back to their home country
“A US judge has temporarily blocked an attempt by the Trump administration to deport dozens of unaccompanied Guatemalan children back to their home country.”
Judge blocks Trump administration move to deport Guatemalan childrenThe Namibian
Trump administration continues its crackdown on immigration and international students
“The move comes as the Trump administration continues its crackdown on immigration and international students.”
US State Department revokes 6,000 student visasThe Namibian
Trump administration will direct federal agencies to review their grants to Harvard University to potentially end or redistribute funding
“The Trump administration will direct federal agencies to review their grants to Harvard University to potentially end or redistribute funding, as part of the White House's escalating battle with America's oldest university.”
Trump administration seeks to pull estimated US$100 million in Harvard fundingThe Namibian
Trump administration downsized the US embassy in Cuba
“In October, Trump further battered bilateral ties by downsizing the US embassy in Cuba after US government personnel suffered unexplained health problems there.”
Cuba's New President: What To ExpectThe US Department of Justice says it will comply with a federal court ruling that temporarily blocked a $1.8bn "anti-weaponisation" fund designed to compensate people who claim unfair treatment by previous administrations, though the department disagrees with the decision.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The US Department of Justice says it will comply with a federal court ruling that temporarily blocked a $1.8bn "anti-weaponisation" fund designed to compensate people who claim unfair treatment by previous administrations, though the department disagrees with the decision.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, California, was arrested after shots were fired inside the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. Law enforcement officials said he told them he wanted to shoot officials in the Trump administration, and preliminary findings suggested he was targeting administration officials "likely" including President Donald Trump.
27 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Amnesty International released a report calling on FIFA and the US, Canada and Mexico to protect fans and communities during the 2026 World Cup, warning that conditions in the host nations—particularly the US under the Trump administration—contrast sharply with FIFA's promise of safety and freedom, with concerns about ICE operations, travel bans for fans from certain nations, and risks to LGBTQ+ supporters.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
From 1 May 2026, Namibian exports will qualify for 100% duty-free access to the Chinese market under a "Pre-Early Harvest" arrangement, a preliminary phase of the China–Africa Economic Partnership. The Minister of International Relations and Trade said this represents a "massive opportunity" for small and medium enterprises, and provides Namibia with relief alongside the reauthorised AGOA programme with the U.S., allowing duty-free access to both markets through December 2026.
7 March 2026 · Informanté →
The US military is increasing materiel deliveries and intelligence sharing with Nigeria to counter Islamic State-linked militants, according to Africom's deputy commander, as part of broader American efforts to work with African militaries. The cooperation includes recent joint strikes and focus on intelligence support for Nigerian operations in the northwest and northeast, though analysts question whether air support alone can address armed groups rooted in poverty and state collapse.
27 January 2026 · New Era →
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse at a Minneapolis Veterans Affairs hospital, was shot and killed by federal immigration agents during a scuffle on an icy roadway while participating in demonstrations against an immigration crackdown. Local officials and colleagues disputed Trump administration claims that Pretti intended to harm federal agents.
26 January 2026 · New Era →
The United States is pursuing five-year agreements linking health funding to mineral access across Africa under an "America First Global Health Strategy," raising concerns that Namibia could be pressured into a deal that trades resource sovereignty for health support. The arrangement ties health to geopolitical competition and pathogen-sharing commitments, prompting calls for parliamentary oversight and transparency in any negotiations.
24 January 2026 · The Namibian →
US government funding cuts to USAID and PEPFAR in January 2025 have crippled HIV treatment services in Malawi, causing widespread staff layoffs, closure of clinics, and a sharp rise in treatment defaults and unplanned pregnancies. Healthcare workers warn that years of progress against HIV/AIDS are being undone, with vulnerable populations facing discrimination and a return of preventable deaths.
22 January 2026 · New Era →
A controversial $1.6 million US-funded study on hepatitis B vaccines in Guinea-Bissau newborns has been halted due to ethical concerns about withholding a proven vaccine in a country with high disease burden. The study design, which would have left half of participating children without access to the vaccine, drew criticism from medical professionals and ethics advocates before its planned January 5 launch.
18 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Iran has withdrawn from the joint naval exercise Will for Peace 2026 in False Bay, despite having sent three warships to the location. Reports suggest South Africa may have urged Iran's withdrawal to avoid antagonizing the US, particularly given concerns that South Africa could be excluded from the African Growth and Opportunity Act renewal due to its ties with Iran, China and Russia.
13 January 2026 · The Namibian →