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🇧🇷 🌎 🇿🇦 🌍 With the #G20 Presidency changing hands in 2025 from one #BRICS+ founding member - #Brazil, to another - #SouthAfrica, it’s an exciting time to be in the economic capital of Brazil - São Paulo this week for the B20 Brasil Summit. 🙏🏽 🗣️ I am humbled to be invited the by B20 Brasil Secretariat convened by CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria to support our clients at ETHICORE Political Lobbying and share our unique African public policy advocacy perspectives and solutions with business, investment, innovation and policy leaders across #G20 economies. ⚖️ Progressive and developmental business policy posture has an imperative role to play as #G20 and African economies navigate an ever-complex socio-economic, inclusivity and sustainability landscape shaped by the impact of amongst others: 🦠 post pandemic recovery 🗺️ geopolitical conflicts 🔋 energy transition, net-zero and decarbonisation 🦾 digitalization and artificial intelligence: ⛓️💥 global supply chain security 🔭 At ETHICORE Political Lobbying we hold firm the conviction that business can and must provide policy leadership and solutions contributions towards these and next-generation priorities confronting the economies of the present and the future! #G20 #B20 #Brazil #SaoPaulo #LATAM #Africa #panAfrican #EconomicInclusion #EconomicGrwoth #EconomicDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #governmentaffairs #publicpolicy #advocacy #innovation #trade #investment #digitaltransfiormation #energy #justtransition #climate

The #SouthAfrican government has appointed 3 of the country's leading think-tanks to coordinate the Think 20 (#T20) South Africa, an official engagement group of the #G20, during its presidency from December 2024 to November 2025. The Institute for Global Dialogue associated with University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika led by Philani Mthembu, the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) led by Elizabeth Sidiropoulos and the University of Johannesburg Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation (IPATC) led by Siphamandla "Si" Zondi will jointly spearhead this crucial initiative. The #T20 serves as a platform for research institutions and experts to provide evidence-based policy recommendations to the #G20. The South African #T20 organisers will facilitate discussions and consolidate inputs from all members into actionable proposals for consideration by G20 leaders. South Africa's G20 presidency will focus on the theme of ‘Solidarity, Inclusion and Sustainability’, with key priorities including: hunger and poverty; debt and development; inclusion; just transition; sustainable financing for development; reform of the international financial architecture; strengthening the WTO; digital transformation; and governance of critical minerals. Source: #IGD Department of International Relations and Cooperation Clayson Monyela (MBA) Zane Dangor ALVIN BOTES

𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮'𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚20: 𝗔 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 "𝘈𝘴 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘈𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘎20 𝘪𝘯 2025, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘮 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘩𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘤 𝘮𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵—𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘵𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘈𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘯𝘵." With the African Union's recent inclusion as a permanent member of the G20, this milestone signals an opportunity to amplify the voice of the Global South in global governance. It is a moment to advocate for a more inclusive and equitable global order that reflects the aspirations, challenges, and opportunities of developing nations. South Africa’s leadership will be instrumental in championing key issues such as climate justice, sustainable development, and economic inclusion. This presidency is not just about hosting; it’s about shaping a new narrative for Africa and the Global South—one that prioritizes 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 in the face of shared global challenges. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮'𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚20 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱? 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺? 💡 Share your insights below! #G20 #SouthAfrica #Leadership #AfricaInTheWorld #GlobalGovernance #AU #globalsouth ##governwithimpact https://lnkd.in/erpMUXEu

The #G20 #Rio Summit is taking place today and tomorrow, November 18-19, 2024, in Rio de Janeiro, #Brazil. This year's summit focuses on three main themes: Social #Inclusion, Global £Reform, and #Sustainability. Agenda - Day 1 (November 18) - Launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty: A Brazilian initiative aiming to mobilize countries and international organizations to accelerate efforts in the fight against hunger and poverty by 2030. - Global Governance Reform: A discussion on modernizing international institutions, such as the United Nations, International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and World Trade Organization. - Official Reception: Hosted by President #Lula and the First Lady. - Day 2 (November 19) - Sustainable Development and Energy Transitions: Strategies to promote a greener and more sustainable global economy. - Closing Session and Handover Ceremony: #Brazil will hand over the G20 presidency to #SouthAfrica. - Bilateral Meetings: Leaders will engage in bilateral discussions. Expected #Outcomes - Leaders' Declaration: A message promoting peace in global conflicts, especially the war in Ukraine and the issue of Palestine. - Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty: A significant number of countries are expected to join the alliance. - Reform of International Institutions: Discussions on modernizing international institutions to reflect contemporary realities and promote fairer governance. - Sustainable Development and Energy #Transitions: Strategies to promote a greener and more #sustainable global #economy.

#Takeaways: Africa at the G20 – A New Dawn for Global Influence 🌍✨ 1️⃣ 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞: This year’s G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro marks the African Union's debut as a permanent member of the #G20. Experts call it a monumental step toward giving Africa equal footing with global powers, amplifying its voice on trade, investment, and climate change. 2️⃣ 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: Sizo Nkala from the University of Johannesburg highlights the AU's new status as a chance to promote trade and investment partnerships with the world’s most powerful economies. alan mukoki from SACCI urges Africa to leverage this platform to attract investments for development. 3️⃣ 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚'𝐬 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: With a GDP of $3.1 trillion and a population of 1.4 billion, Africa's presence in the G20 is impossible to overlook, says Mikatekiso Kubayi. He emphasizes the need for Africa to negotiate smartly to secure benefits for the continent. 4️⃣ 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: The G20 offers Africa a platform to secure funding and technical skills for a just transition to clean energy and climate adaptation, notes Kubayi. This aligns with global calls for sustainable development. 5️⃣ 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬: Joseph Upile Matola, Ph.D. from the South South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) stresses the need for the AU to speak with one voice on trade, climate change, and peacebuilding to ensure meaningful partnerships. 6️⃣ 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡: Ignatius Sehoole of KPMG South Africa encourages the African business community to foster economic cooperation, investment, and technology exchanges with G20 nations, addressing key challenges like inequality, food insecurity, and skills gaps. 7️⃣ 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐦: Starting Dec 1, South Africa will assume the G20 presidency, hosting next year’s summit—a golden opportunity to steer the agenda toward Africa’s priorities. However, Africa’s seat at the G20, though, a victory, but it’s only the beginning. The continent must act decisively to turn this milestone into meaningful progress. 🌐💡 What are your thoughts on Africa’s G20 membership? Let us know below! 👇 #G20 #AfricaRising #AUDiplomacy Source: https://shorturl.at/4mzoC

Countdown for South Africa to assume G20 Presidency: President Cyril Ramaphosa has told leaders at the G20 Summit the world faces many challenges that “pose a danger to global peace and justice” and that #SouthAfrica’s G20 presidency has a chance to reform global governance. Ramaphosa delivered his opening address at the #G20 Summit that is underway in #RiodeJaneiro, #Brazil on Monday. #SouthAfrica assumes the presidency of the G20 on 1 December, taking over from Brazil. Global governance Ramaphosa thanked world leaders for ensuring that the reform of the global governance institutions takes centre stage during the #G20Summit. “The reform of these institutions is more urgent now than ever before, and I believe that we all agree that for world governance to go forward these institutions must be reformed. Our discussions here today demonstrate a shared global will to address current and future global challenges. “The world faces many challenges that pose a danger to global peace and justice. They pose a danger to the very existence of this very precious planet that we share. These challenges include soaring global temperatures, rising inequality between nations and people, and escalating geopolitical tensions in areas such as #Ukraine, #Gaza and #Sudan, among others,” Ramaphosa said. G20 presidency Ramaphosa added that when #SouthAfrica takes over the G20 Presidency on 1 December, Pretoria will take up this effort to “strengthen and reform the multilateral system to effectively respond to global realities – and to ensure that no country is left behind and no one is left behind.” The president said food security and economic growth in the world’s poorest parts will be one of the high-level priorities of South Africa’s #G20presidency in 2025. Ramaphosa told world leaders, South Africa was in full support of the Brazilian G20 presidency’s focus on social inclusion and the fight against hunger. Continue reading.. https://lnkd.in/e8gUFjm3 #TransformingAfrica #TheAfricaWeWant #AfCFTA #BrandAfrica #AU #GDP #Investment #Africa #AfricaMeansBusiness #ThisIsAfrica #Diaspora #IT #OneAfrica #AUC #TransAfricanHighway #SMEs #CreatingOneAfricanMarket #Invest #Tariffs #TheAfCFTAEffect #Trade #AI #AfricaRising #FDI #IntraAfricanTrade #Agenda2063 #Partnerships #AfCFTATV #WB #BuildBackBetter #InvestInAfrica #AfricanUnity #IMF #WTO #AfDB #AfCFTATrading #TravelToAfrica #CFTA #SAATM #TradeInAfrica #TradeUnderAfCFTA #JoinAfCFTA #Infrastructure #Tourism #VisitAfrica #MadeInAfrica #GlobalAFRICA #AfricaToTheWorld #AfCFTASecretariat #PanAfricanism #Investors #PAPSS #ZLECAF #AfricanSolutionsToAfricanProblems #Growth #BetterAfricaBetterWorld #StrongerTogether #AfricaYesWeCAN

African Union at the G20, Now What? It has been one year since the African Union joined the G20 on September 9, 2023. In light of this milestone, I have shared an article outlining the significance of this membership for Africa and how the continent can leverage this opportunity to advance its development agenda. Later, in February 2024, the African Union Assembly finalized the modalities for the AU's participation within the Group. As South Africa gears up to take the reins of the G20, African countries must seize this opportunity to drive forward the continental development agenda and advocate for a more just and equitable world. South Africa should leverage its position within the G20 to advocate for fairer global governance and combat economic inequality. Here is an updated version of the paper: https://lnkd.in/dwwcDnEM #G20 #Agenda2063 #SouthAfrica AfricanUnion African Union ECOSOCC

🌍 Exciting Times Ahead for South Africa as G20 Presidency Approaches! As South Africa steps into the presidency of the G20, we stand on the brink of an incredible opportunity to reshape our business landscape. Here are a few ways I believe this leadership will impact our economy and the global business climate: 1️⃣ Economic Growth: A focus on sustainable economic policies could attract foreign investments, which will stimulate growth for local businesses. 2️⃣ Infrastructure Development: Increased discussions around infrastructure projects mean more funding opportunities for key sectors, paving the way for greater efficiency and expansion. 3️⃣ Policy Reforms: Aiming for reduced trade barriers can open new doors for local businesses to engage in international markets. 4️⃣ Sustainability: Prioritizing sustainable development will not only align with global trends but also incentivize green technologies and practices right here at home. 5️⃣ Networking Opportunities: Hosting global leaders creates an unprecedented platform for local businesses to forge partnerships and collaborations that can lead to innovative solutions. 6️⃣ International Relations: Improved diplomatic ties during this presidency may result in favorable trade agreements, enhancing market access for South African businesses. 7️⃣ Capacity Building: Focus on skills development will empower our workforce, enabling local businesses to become more competitive on the global stage. As we embrace this moment, I encourage fellow professionals to engage in the dialogue and explore the opportunities that arise. Let’s support initiatives that foster growth and innovation! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dbi6GgzH #G20 #SouthAfrica #EconomicGrowth #Sustainability #BusinessOpportunities #Networking #Trade #CapacityBuilding

South Africa will take the helm of the G20 for the year 2025, a notable moment for the African continent and the Global South. This presidency is especially significant following the African Union's recent admission as a permanent member of the G20 during India’s G20 Presidency in New Delhi. India had infused the G20 with new purpose and relevance. By organizing the Voice of the Global South Summit, both before and at the end of its presidency, India decisively shifted the G20 agenda from the concerns of developed countries to those of developing ones. This shift was clearly reflected in the New Delhi G20 Declaration. South Africa's G20 presidency is a chance to ensure that the needs and perspectives of the Global South are at the forefront of global discussions. President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasized the importance of international solidarity and the fight against hunger, climate change, and the governance of artificial intelligence. Before South Africa passes the G20 baton to the USA, it will be crucial to amplify South-South Cooperation. By working together, countries of the Global South can leverage their collective strengths to address shared challenges. South Africa's presidency will promote inclusive dialogues between governments, civil society, and corporations, continuing the innovative practices initiated by Brazil. It is essential for South Africa to consolidate the positions of the Global South and hand over to the US a solid legacy on these issues, ensuring that the agenda of the Global South is not diluted or undermined. The G20 presidency offers South Africa a chance to advocate for more effective reforms. Progress on issues such as sovereign debt, the IMF's Common Framework, and improving the World Trade Organization's dispute settlement mechanism which would further help the objective of inclusive growth. It is A New Dawn for Africa! #G20 #SouthAfrica #GlobalSouth #IndoAfricanRelations #SouthSouthCooperation #SustainableDevelopment

𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝟮𝟬. The African Union was admitted as a permanent member of the G20 in September 2023. The inclusion is set to be formally recognized at the upcoming G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro in November 2024. It grants Africa's 55 member states a platform to participate in shaping international economic policies. For the first time, the continent will have direct representation in this influential forum, allowing it to advocate for its unique interests and challenges on the global stage. This development is particularly crucial given Africa's growing economic importance, its vast natural resources, and its young, dynamic population. The African Union's presence in the G20 is expected to bring fresh perspectives to discussions on issues such as sustainable development, climate change mitigation, and equitable global trade practices. Notably, Ceyla Pazarbasioglu shared with reporters in a Washington brief about a comprehensive strategy to alleviate debt burdens for economically challenged nations, with a particular focus on African countries. This multifaceted approach encompasses three key elements: 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗻𝘀, 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗯𝘁 𝘀𝘄𝗮𝗽𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝘀. The primary objective is to reduce the financial strain on debtor nations, enabling them to reallocate resources towards critical public services and sustainable development initiatives. #Africa