In this special edition of The Readiness Report, recorded ahead of the high-stakes meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump, Redi Tlhabi unpacks what’s at stake, who’s really in the room, and why South Africa’s apparent diplomatic win may not be what it seems. From quiet backchannel deals to disinformation campaigns, this conversation explores the real power dynamics shaping how South Africa is perceived on the global stage.

How did a deceptively placid Ramaphosa climb such a colossal obstacle? Powerful, rich friends. A language that Trump understands too well.

In this special edition of The Readiness Report, recorded ahead of the high-stakes meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump, Redi Tlhabi unpacks what’s at stake,…

In this episode of The Readiness Report, Redi Tlhabi discusses the tense political atmosphere in Washington and the recent visit of South African President Ramaphosa to the White…