ABSTRACT
This chapter explores by no means the end of the evolution of United States (US) and South African foreign policies towards Africa. On 18 May 2000, President Clinton signed into law the 'Trade and Development Act of 2000'. Accordingly, it was in a triumphant mood that Clinton claimed the Act 'promotes the kinds of economic reform that will make sub-Saharan nations, on the long run, better allies, better trade partners, and stronger nations'. However, on the back of this bold statement came an intriguing observation. Clinton said: 'Trade can broaden the benefits of the global economy and lift the lives of people everywhere. Between 21-28 May 2000, Thabo Mbeki conducted his first state visit to the United States since his election as South Africa's President in June 1999. In particular, Mbeki stressed the failure of globalisation to address effectively the needs of developing countries.
