By Johnathan Paoli
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed optimism and determination in continuing on a path of inclusive, equitable development for the Global South as South Africa officially assumes the G20 Presidency.
It marks a historic moment for Africa as it is the first time that a country from the continent has headed up the presidency.
Speaking at the closing ceremony of the G20 Sumiit in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil on Tuesday, the president emphasised the need to address global challenges, including economic inequality, climate change and food insecurity.
He reiterated that the South African G20 Presidency would focus on three high-level priorities.
They included tackling disparities within and among nations, particularly addressing the structural inequalities that undermine global economic stability; prioritising initiatives to ensure access to sustainable and equitable food systems; and leveraging advancements in technology to drive sustainable development and improve resilience against global challenges.
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