Is Trump showing America's true colours on Africa?
US diplomats in South Africa and Ghana have been called into government offices for formal protests against Trump's comments, after similar protests by several other African countries.
The African Union demanded an apology, and African diplomats at the United Nations said the comments were "outrageous, racist and xenophobic."
South Africa's deputy president, Cyril Ramaphosa, the newly elected leader of the country's ruling party, said the comments were "hugely offensive." In a television interview, he added, "It demonstrates precisely the type of leader he is."
The US embassy in South Africa said the United States "deeply respects the people of Africa" and insisted there had been no change of policy. "Our partnership with Africa and our commitment to its continued growth and success is unwavering. Our progress forward will not be diverted by anything contrary to those goals."
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