Why was South Africa’s ambassador expelled?Marco Rubio accused Ebrahim Rasool of anti-Trump bias, citing remarks about Elon Musk’s far-right ties, leading to his persona non grata status.

Ebrahim Rasool, who was accused of "race-baiting" by the US, tells the BBC racism in the White House was "self-evident".

The move comes after South Africa's ambassador to the U.S. was expelled last month by the Trump Administration.

South Africa's diplomat Ebrahim Rasool was welcomed as a hero ... this includes powerful members of South African origin, like Elon Musk, but also lobbyists like Afriforum and Solidariteit.

Like many South Africans, Tony Leon believes that Elon Musk's internet satellite Starlink should operate in the country, despite BEE laws.

The expulsion of Ebrahim Rasool, South Africa's former Ambassador ... a strengthening of ties with powerful allies such as Elon Musk, who, despite facing significant business setbacks—including ...

Ebrahim Rasool, 62, was ordered to leave the ... Since taking office, Trump and his ally, South-Africa born Elon Musk, have singled out South Africa for special criticism, in particular over ...