Errol Langton and his Afrikaner family left South Africa in 2024 after a U.S. order allowed white South Africans facing discrimination to seek refuge. They settled in Birmingham, Alabama, where family support and government help like healthcare made the hard journey easier. Though facing doubts about their refugee status, the Langtons worked to build a new life, learning local customs and finding kindness in their new community. Their story shows how migration is both a personal challenge and a search for safety and belonging.
A group of 49 Afrikaners left South Africa for the United States in a journey full of hope and uncertainty. Sponsored by the Trump administration, their move sparked heated debates about race, migration, and land politics in both countries. As they stepped onto the plane at dawn, these families carried memories of their homeland and dreams for a safer future. Their story shines a light on how deeply belonging and identity shape the lives of people across the world.