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South Africa’s pivotal role in reshaping global finance at the G20

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… government came into power in 1994, it prioritised to change the country’s image as well as to reposition the … areas of debt sustainability, inclusive finance, and climate resilience. One of the central focuses of South … strategy that can boost growth and reduce inequality. Climate change remains one of the most urgent global …

Lamola urges global solidarity as SA steers G20 agenda

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… and pointed to upcoming global meetings — COP30 on climate change and the World Summit for Social Development — as key …

Acting President advocates for the transformation of heritage institutions 

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… from all backgrounds to plant trees as a way to combat climate change. READ | Swarts leads campaign to plant one million …

Swarts leads campaign to plant one million trees 

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… South Africans together to plant trees to mitigate against climate change.  The campaign forms part of the Presidential Ten … Programme.  “The initiative not only contributes to climate resilience but also raises awareness about the …

President Ramaphosa calls for an end to Gaza conflict 

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… to addressing pressing global economic disparities. Climate change Shifting his focus to climate change, the country’s Head of State warned that …

South Africa urges global cooperation for a just ocean transition

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… of governments and business. “South Africa’s Coastal Climate Change Adaptation Response Plan provides a national framework … to a global issue, and underscores the need for scaled-up climate finance, technology transfer and coordinated policy.  …

SA joins international community to observe World Ozone Day

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… ozone also plays an important role in the fight against climate change, as many of the ozone depleting chemicals are potent … will facilitate South Africa’s transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy and ensure compliance with …

Gina heads to Japan to advance relations on hydrogen, sustainable fuels

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… reducing its dependence on fossil fuels and mitigating climate change. In addition, South Africa's manufacturing sector …

Changing gear: Eskom introduces first electric vehicle fleet

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… to transform how South Africans move in a world where climate change is no longer a distant threat but an urgent reality.  …

Nzimande calls for enhanced tech adoption in developing countries

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… as spatial planning, urbanisation, population movements, climate change-related disasters, or health pandemics like the …

Environment Minister Dion George to attend Africa Climate Summit

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… Dr Dion George, is expected to attend the second Africa Climate Summit in Ethiopia this week. The three-day summit is … Ethiopian government under the theme, Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa’s Resilient and Green … “As one of the worst affected regions by climate change, this summit is an indication that African people are …

HSRC webinar to elevate African voices in climate risk studies

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… Council (HSRC) will today host a webinar preceding the 3rd Climate Change and Futures in Africa Conference.  The webinar, hosted … of Venda, Midlands State University and the National Youth Climate Action Network of Namibia, will take place from 11am … HSRC webinar to elevate African voices in climate risk studies …

Deputy President to conduct oversight visit to the Western Cape

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… of adequate access to funding and the prevailing impact of climate change on food security.  To highlight government’s …

Global innovators unite in G20 hackathon 

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… together innovators to tackle pressing challenges like climate change, is currently underway. Hosted by South Africa’s … including disaster risk in the context of accelerating climate change. This initiative is designed to utilise …

Youth urged to embrace BRICS cultural diversity

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… include global health cooperation, trade and finance, climate change, artificial intelligence governance, peace and … at the core. “Young women are not affected by climate change in the same way as young men; that persons …

Call to advance financial inclusion for women

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… institutions, financing sustainable development and climate action, driving inclusive growth and job creation, … accountability beyond events. Conferences do not change the world — systems do. That means setting measurable …

Regional cooperation in agriculture key to food security

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… between South Africa and Zimbabwe to boost food security, climate resilience and agricultural trade in the region. … Zimbabwe Agricultural Show. The President stressed that climate change posed a growing threat to agriculture, with droughts …

Let us all support the Class of 2025  

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… poverty, inequality and the materialising effects of climate change, requires innovation and foresight that will also help …

SA appoints economic experts to produce G20 report on global wealth inequality

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… and employment -- all in the context of worsening climate change,” Ghosh said. These further increase the wealth of the … Africa): Professor of Economics; Pro Vice-Chancellor: Climate, Sustainability and Inequality, and Director of the …

Deputy Minister calls for investment in SA

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… the strides made by India in digital transformation, climate finance, and deepened engagement with Africa and the … sustainable development and addressing the challenges of climate change.  “As a country, we offer infrastructure, talent, and …