President Donald Trump announced that the United States will not participate in the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa, scheduled for November 22–23, 2025. The president said the decision was made in response to what he described as ongoing human rights abuses against Afrikaners, including reports of farm attacks and land confiscations.

In a statement on Truth Social, Trump claimed that Afrikaners—descendants of Dutch, French, and German settlers—were being “killed and slaughtered” and that their farms were being taken illegally. He said no U.S. government official would attend the summit as long as these abuses continued. Trump added that he looks forward to hosting the 2026 G20 in Miami, Florida.

The move marks a rare instance of the United States boycotting a major international forum over human rights concerns. It also reflects Trump’s long-standing criticism of South Africa’s land reform policies, which he has described as discriminatory.

South African officials have rejected Trump’s claims, calling them unfounded and politically motivated. Analysts note that while rural crime and land disputes are serious issues, the idea of a state-sanctioned campaign against white farmers has been widely disputed.

The boycott underscores growing tensions between Washington and Pretoria and signals a shift in U.S. diplomatic priorities. With the G20 proceeding without U.S. participation, other member nations are expected to continue discussions on global trade, climate, and economic recovery in Johannesburg later this month.