South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed confidence in hosting a “very successful” G20 Summit in Johannesburg in November, despite concerns over Gauteng’s service delivery issues. Critics argue that persistent infrastructure problems, including potholes, water shortages, and power cuts, could undermine the event’s success.
Speaking at the EU’s Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, Ramaphosa emphasized the need for transformative investments in Africa, ensuring they align with local needs and avoid creating new dependencies. The summit's theme, “Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability,” reflects the global challenges of inequality and climate change.
Ramaphosa highlighted South Africa’s progress in G20 preparations, with 100 of the 132 official meetings already completed. He also stressed the need for debt relief for developing nations and called for reforms to international financial institutions to address global challenges.
Despite South Africa’s efforts, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed he would not attend, citing strained relations between Washington and Pretoria. Vice President JD Vance will represent the U.S. instead. The G20 Summit will be the first held on African soil, with South Africa’s presidency in 2025.
Speaking at the EU’s Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, Ramaphosa emphasized the need for transformative investments in Africa, ensuring they align with local needs and avoid creating new dependencies. The summit's theme, “Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability,” reflects the global challenges of inequality and climate change.
Ramaphosa highlighted South Africa’s progress in G20 preparations, with 100 of the 132 official meetings already completed. He also stressed the need for debt relief for developing nations and called for reforms to international financial institutions to address global challenges.
Despite South Africa’s efforts, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed he would not attend, citing strained relations between Washington and Pretoria. Vice President JD Vance will represent the U.S. instead. The G20 Summit will be the first held on African soil, with South Africa’s presidency in 2025.
