By Johnathan Paoli
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says Cabinet has noted the recent position taken by the United States regarding South Africa’s participation in the upcoming G20 Sherpa meeting, including indications that Washington intends to exclude South Africa, a founding member, from the 2026 G20 meetings.
She said that while the development is “regrettable”, South Africa’s commitment to the G20’s principles and its collaborative framework remains unwavering.
Speaking at a post-Cabinet media briefing on Wednesday, Ntshavheni told reporters that South Africa remains a founding member of the G20 and continues to participate fully in all structures of the multilateral forum.
“We have indicated our availability to participate, and we leave it to other members of the G20 to take it up and show a confidence in the G20 system that members cannot be excluded unnecessarily,” she said.
Ntshavheni confirmed that South Africa has already indicated its availability to
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