Afrikaner Expat in US Reacts to First SA Refugee Group: ‘Progress
Afrikaner Woman in US Sparks Debate Over Video Supporting SA “Refugees”
A South African expatriate in the United States has gone viral after posting a video celebrating the arrival of the first group of Afrikaners relocating under a controversial U.S. refugee program. The clip has ignited heated discussions online about claims of persecution in South Africa.
The Viral Video
User @anrea_spook, an Afrikaner immigrant to the U.S., shared an emotional message calling the resettlement “progress” for protecting Afrikaners. Her video referenced former President Donald Trump’s 2025 executive order offering refugee status to some South Africans, citing land reform policies as a threat.
Mixed Reactions
The post drew sharp responses:
- Supporters praised the initiative:
“Hope more refugees will join soon” – @SimthembileMab3
“These are exactly the immigrants America needs” – @KC593A - Critics questioned the narrative:
“This is embarrassing ignorance” – @Lynette_SA
“This will only create more backlash” – @ChicagoBoy2023 (an Afrikaner expat)
So excited for the new refugees. ♥️
— Andrea Shea (@andrea_spook) May 9, 2025
Thank you President Trump 🇺🇸 Thank you Jesus 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/B24ypHpTEg
Broader Context
The debate follows:
- Trump’s “Mission South Africa” refugee initiative
- Ongoing discussions about South Africa’s land reform policies
- Previous reports about proposed (but never implemented) U.S. refugee centers in Pretoria
Source: Briefly News