South Africa’s
G20 Presidency:
A Landmark Moment for Global Solidarity
For the first time in history, Africa holds the presidency of the Group of Twenty (G20).
From 1 December 2024 to 30 November 2025, South Africa leads
the world’s premier forum for economic cooperation.
Our presidency is built around the theme:
Guided by the spirit of Ubuntu, South Africa’s leadership emphasizes that our collective future depends on shared prosperity and mutual respect.
What Is the G20?
Think of the G20 as the world’s economic steering committee
- Brings together 19 leading economies + the EU + the African Union.
- Represents 85% of global GDP, 75% of trade, and ⅔ of humanity.
- Was founded in 1999 after financial crises, but today addresses climate change, health, digital innovation, debt, and security.
Why South Africa’s Presidency Is Historic
First for Africa
A chance to elevate African priorities on the global stage.
Aligned with AU Agenda 2063
“The Africa We Want” is the African Union’s long-term blueprint for inclusive growth, integration, and prosperity by the centenary of the AU in 2063.
Bridge builder
From apartheid to democracy, South Africa embodies dialogue between developed and developing worlds.
Champion of equity
: Addressing climate, debt burdens, and digital divides at a time of overlapping global crises.
Our leadership reaffirms South Africa as a principled advocate for reform, sustainability, and inclusion.
South Africa’s 2025 G20 Priorities
Under Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability, the agenda focuses on:
Disaster Resilience & Response
Building global systems to handle climate shocks, pandemics, and natural disasters—especially for vulnerable communities.
Debt Sustainability for Low-Income Countries
Advancing debt relief and restructuring to unlock growth potential.
Finance for a Just Energy Transition
Scaling renewable energy investment and green technology, ensuring no nation is left behind.
Digital Transformation for Development
Harnessing AI, data governance, and innovation for food security, industrialization, jobs, and equity.
These flow through two tracks:
Sherpa Track
Trade, agriculture, health, anti-corruption.
Finance Track
Taxation, macroeconomic stability, sustainable finance.
South Africa will host 130+ working groups and 23 ministerial meetings, alongside engagement groups like Youth 20, Business 20, and Think 20. The year culminates with the Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, November 2025.
Explore Further
Stay updated and connect with official channels:
G20 South Africa
official news, documents, and agenda
Y20 South Africa Summit
Youth voices shaping global futures.
Think 20 (T20)
Research and expert analysis.
Business 20 (B20)
Official news, documents, and agenda
South Africa’s presidency is more than a rotating chair—it is a global milestone for African leadership
. Together, we champion a future built on solidarity, equality, and sustainability.
