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It seems that Peet and Melany Viljoen are now living in the US, with him urging white South Africans to join him there.
TV Personality Peet Viljoen Announces Relocation to USA, Citing South African Challenges Johannesburg, South Africa – Renowned television personality Peet Viljoen, alongside his wife Mel, has publicly announced their decision to emigrate from South Africa to the United States. In a recent video, Viljoen articulated the reasons behind their move, primarily attributing it to the deteriorating socio-economic and political conditions in their home country. Viljoen described South Africa as a 'communist state' under the governance of the African National Congress (ANC), highlighting concerns such as widespread corruption, persistent power outages, and a shrinking economy. He referenced the controversial 'killing of whites' narrative and expressed apprehension regarding South Africa's alleged development of nuclear capabilities with Iran and its growing ties with Russia. He further claimed that South Africa's economic contribution to the global economy has significantly diminished since 1994, and predicted a severe impact on employment, particularly for informal workers. Viljoen also made disparaging remarks about the reliability of agreements with certain demographics within the country. In stark contrast, Viljoen presented the United States as a 'land of opportunity' where employment is readily available, even for entry-level positions. He encouraged other South Africans to consider emigration, offering to share insights and assistance through an upcoming podcast. Viljoen emphasized that their move is driven by a desire for a better future, not political aspirations, and aims to help those who have not had the means to travel.
It seems that Peet and Melany Viljoen are now living in the US, with him urging white South Africans to join him there.