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T20 South Africa

South Africa is at the helm of the Think 20 in 2025. Building on the progress made by previous presidencies, the T20 prioritises diverse perspectives to foster inclusivity and collaboration and bridge geopolitical divides. Join us as we strive for a more just and sustainable future.
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Publications

T20 Policy Briefs
The call for abstracts closed on 10 February 2025. Over 800 submissions were received, and successful abstracts have been selected for development into policy briefs.
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Task Forces

The T20 bolsters South Africa’s G20 presidency by bringing together leading thinkers from across the world. They collaborate within five dedicated Task Forces, focusing their expertise on the following critical themes.

Commentary

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Building digital infrastructure through impact capital partnerships

By prioritising digital transformation in the G20 agenda, South Africa has the opportunity to redefine global partnerships by emphasising co-creation over charity. Africa offers a young, dynamic, and digitally-ready future.

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A case against wealth taxes and suggestions for alternatives

South Africa and other Global South countries should prioritise economic freedom by establishing institutions that uphold the rule of law and promote private sector growth.

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From digital dependence to digital sovereignty: South Africa’s G20 opportunity in the age of AI

As G20 president, South Africa can highlight the importance of digital sovereignty for ensuring dignity, economic justice, and resilience.

Statements & Speeches

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s launch of the G20 Experts Taskforce, South Africa

His Excellency, President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, launched the G20 “Extraordinary Committee of Independent Experts”, chaired by Nobel Prize-winning economist Professor Joseph Stiglitz.
28 Aug 2025

Call to Action: Towards Inclusive, Resilient and Sustainable Development Through Universal Social Protection Systems and Floors

"Social protection systems act as an economic multiplier and stabiliser at a household and broader level and are a means to advance gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls."
29 Jul 2025

Call to Action: Towards Voluntary and Non-Binding High-Level Principles for Combating Illicit Financial Flows

"Numerous challenges hinder progress towards sustainable and inclusive development and growth including limited and ineffective Domestic Resources Mobilisation, debt vulnerabilities, insufficient private sector investment, regulatory barriers and limited access to concessional finance including Official Development Assistance and other forms of development cooperation."
29 Jul 2025

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News

T20 South Africa Presents High-Level Policy Recommendations to G20 South Africa

The Think 20 (T20) engagement group officially presented its Communiqué on 26 June at the 3rd G20 Sherpa Meeting currently underway in Sun City.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile to Deliver Keynote Address at the T20 Africa High-Level Policy Dialogue

The T20 Africa High-Level Policy Dialogue takes place on the 29th and 30th April under the theme: Strengthening African Agency in the G20 within the Emerging Global Order.

Update on T20 Policy Brief Abstracts and Opportunity for Further Engagement

The co-convenors of T20 South Africa extend their sincere gratitude to all authors who submitted abstracts for consideration.

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T20 Africa High-Level Policy Dialogue

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T20 Summit

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