JOHANNESBURG - President Cyril Ramaphosa is ready to go head-to-head with President Donald Trump.
The two leaders are meeting later today in the Oval Office for a high-stakes meeting.
Trump has had South Africa in his sights for the past few months, accusing it of land grabs and white genocide.
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A high-level delegation, including the Minister in the Presidency and Ministers of International Relations, Agriculture, Trade and Industry and the Special Envoy to the US, will accompany the President.
Joining the delegation is renowned South African businessman Johann Rupert, and former golfers Ernie Els and Retief Goosen.
It's understood that South African born businessman Elon Musk is not going to be present today.
Addressing the media, a confident Ramaphosa says he's ready to present his case on behalf of the nation.