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Will Trump attend the G20?
The department of international relations and cooperation has pushed back against a fresh attack from United States President Donald Trump, who signalled he would boycott the G20 summit in South Africa, again citing so-called persecution of whites.
Can the G20 address global inequality?
President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched a G20 experts’ task team to advise global leaders on the effects of extreme wealth inequality and how to address it, as part of South Africa’s G20 presidency priorities.
What is the impact on South Africa-US trade?
With the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) having expired on 30 September 2025, the uncertainty over its renewal has raised pressing questions about the future of South Africa’s trade relationship with the United States.
What is the focus on climate action?
This year’s G20 Summit must, in the same spirit as COP17 (Durban, 2011) and the World Summit on Sustainable Development (Johannesburg, 2002), be used by South Africa to promote sustainable development and reset its climate legacy.
Is critical minerals on the G20 agenda?
As the global energy transition accelerates, critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, graphite, and rare earth elements have moved to the centre of G20 deliberations. South Africa’s presidency must rewire the global race for these resources.
What about gender equality and just transition?
Experts say gender inclusion is key to a sustainable energy shift in emerging economies. As part of South Africa’s G20 discussions ahead of the leaders’ summit in November, Oxfam South Africa is putting women at the heart of the just transition.
Why continental support matters?
With South Africa at the helm of the G20 and the African Union seated at the table, this year’s G20 processes represent a defining moment for African diplomacy. South Africa needs the weight of the continent for progressive outcomes.
What is South Africa's role in global leadership?
At a time of global uncertainty and deepening polarisation, South Africa is offering something rare: the courage to lead without dominating, and the ability to unite without demanding uniformity as G20 president.
