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Africa steps forward: SA G20 proposed Africa Energy Efficiency Facility hailed

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… could emerge as a defining achievement of the country’s G20 Presidency – a bold, continent-led initiative that … “vision of placing energy efficiency at the core of the… G20 energy agenda”. “This gathering is more than a technical … for what could become a defining outcome of South Africa’s G20 Presidency – the African Energy Efficiency Facility. This …

Africa energy efficiency under the spotlight at G20 meeting

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… has welcomed South Africa’s proposal – through the G20 Presidency legacy programme – to establish an energy … He was delivering remarks on the sidelines of the third G20 Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG) meeting in the … reason that we welcome the proposal by the South African G20 Presidency to establish an energy efficiency legacy …

Labour 20 Summit places fairness under the spotlight 

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… compact''. The L20 represents workers' interests at the G20 level, bringing together trade union representatives from G20 countries and international trade union federations. It … for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).  The G20 labour component has also been active since the global …

'Evolution of energy landscape' requires deepening government, industry collaboration

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… in a panel discussion on the sidelines of the third G20 Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG) meeting held in …

Green energy solutions must accommodate all 

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… Ramokgopa, who delivered opening remarks at the third G20 Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG) meeting held in … or resource based energy economies.” Ramokgopa urged G20 countries to “increase cooperation in technology … back by structural energy poverty. “We commend previous G20 presidencies for elevating clean cooking as a priority. …

SA affirms commitment to ensuring food sovereignty 

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… Africa’s engagement with global partners, such as the G20 Food Security Task Force and the Food and Agriculture …

Labour dept rallies support for multilateral institutions

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… the keynote address during the opening of the 4th G20 Employment Working Group (EWG) meeting, … Hotel in George, in the Western Cape. The theme of the G20 EWG stream is: “Living and Working in an Unequal World: … Work and Decent Lives". It is aligned to South Africa's G20 Presidency theme -- “Solidarity, Equality, …

Africa to tackle water investment gap at summit

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… sanitation sector. Held under the banner of South Africa’s G20 Presidency, the summit, which is set to take place in … will into investment commitments. Anchored in the G20 theme of 'Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability', the … Key objectives of the summit By leveraging South Africa’s G20 Presidency, the summit will focus on increasing access to …

G20 Employment Working Group technical meeting kicks off

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… The 4th group of Twenty (G20) Employment Working Group (EWG) Meeting will kick off … In a statement on Sunday, the department said the 4th G20 EWG meeting will focus on critical themes, including … and anti-globalisation tendencies. The two-day 4th G20 EWG meeting of technical experts will conclude with a …

Parliament calls for accelerated action on gender equality

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… across the African continent. Addressing Parliament’s G20 special engagement between Parliament and the Pan-African … said. With South Africa preparing to host the G20 Parliamentary Speakers’ Summit (P20) in October 2025, the … said. As South Africa is presiding over the Group Twenty (G20) Presidency, Parliament will hold the P20 Summit, a …

Mashatile highlights role of SMEs in economic growth and job creation

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… the Paris Agreement on Climate Change, and Group of 20 (G20).  He stressed South Africa’s position as the G20 Presidency, under the theme of ‘Solidarity, Equality, … developmental issues, particularly in Africa. As the G20 Leaders’ Summit approaches, Deputy President Mashatile …

G20 nations called to be bold in addressing development challenges

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… and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, has called on G20 nations to demonstrate bold leadership and shared … the Minister said. The Minister addressed the Fourth G20 Development Working Group (DWG) Meeting at Skukuza Lodge, … The working group meetings, hosted under South Africa’s G20 Presidency brought together G20 member states, invited …

Ndabeni advocates for bold global compact for small business

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… Africa will champion the cause of the establishment of a G20 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Startup … on Wednesday. The sector currently enjoys inclusion in the G20 through the Startup20 Engagement Group. “For the MSMEs, … why we are advocating for the establishment of a dedicated G20 MSME and Startup Working Group to be formally included in …

Prolific week for entrepreneurs

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… in the UN system and which we can integrate with our G20 MSME agenda. “Building on the work started in Brazil, as South Africa we want a dedicated G20 MSME and Startup Working Group, and this week’s …

G20: Startup20 priorities unveiled

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… Group – an official engagement group under the country’s G20 presidency. The Minister was delivering remarks at the … Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to engage with G20 leaders on the challenges and opportunities they face. … where the best startups and eco-system enablers from the G20 countries will be recognised. We will also, as DSBD, …

G20 uniquely placed to tackle global crises – Minister Ramokgopa

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… The Group of 20 (G20) is uniquely positioned to respond to the complex and … during her opening remarks at the fourth meeting of the G20 Development Working Group (DWG) held at Skukuza Lodge in … ago, noting that it now faces its “toughest test”. The G20, as reaffirmed in past summits such as Rio de Janeiro, …

Fair trade is a key cog in global economy

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… emerging risks to the global economy, the Group of Twenty (G20) Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) … goal,” the communique said.  Meanwhile, members of the G20 have pledged to address the mounting debt pressures in … economies amid global financial turbulence. READ | G20 members commit to addressing debt vulnerabilities This as …

G20 members commit to addressing debt vulnerabilities

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… Members of the G20 have pledged to address the mounting debt pressures in … addressed a media briefing on Friday following the third G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) … commitment to further strengthen the implementation of the G20 Common Framework. To give effect to this, the G20 FMCBG …

Deputy President Mashatile concludes working visit to China

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… support for South Africa’s Presidency of the Group of 20 (G20),” the statement read.  The Deputy President expressed …

South Africa and China to expand partnerships in various sectors

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… including the United Nations (UN), the Group of 20 (G20), and BRICS, an intergovernmental organisation made up of …