Barack Obama Travels To South Africa

Barack Obama Travels To South Africa

Barack Obama, the president of the United States will be arriving in South Africa this Saturday as part of his three country tour of the African Continent.

Among other issues. the U.S. president talked about how young people the world over can learn from the inspiring ex-president of South Africa Nelson Mandela.

Obama’s last visit to South Africa was made in 2006, when he held the position of U.S. senator. After becoming the first black president in U.S. history and being reelected for a second term, he has traveled to Africa to try to reconnect with the people and traditions.

South African president Jacob Zuma formally welcomed President Obama in  Pretoria, and after talks and a news conference the two will be dining together during a state diner.

The U.S. president said that he will personally try to increases the exchange programs where gifted young African students can travel to the United States, especially to traditionally black educational institutions.

Regarding a meeting with former president Nelson Mandela, Obama said that he doesn't want to intrude especially as the Mandela’s health is so fragile.

Barack Obama also commented on the economic rise of the entire African continent saying that the trend will continue as long as the African nations aren't divided by religion or race.

Posted by James Fried on Saturday June 29 2013, 3:14 AM EST. Ref: VoA. Link. All trademarks acknowledged. Filed under Featured News, World. Comments and Trackbacks closed. Follow responses: RSS 2.0