Statements and Speeches

This page provides a curated collection of official remarks and statements concerning the G20 and global governance issues. Featured voices include representatives of the South African government, leaders from across Africa and the globe, and communication from prominent organisations.

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

Chairperson’s Statement: Emerging Principles on Fostering International Cooperation for the Protection and Delivery of Global Public Goods – Mpumalanga, South Africa

"With only five years left to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), renewing national and global commitment to delivering on the SDGs is critical and urgent. This requires common, coordinated and immediate action."

29 Jul 2025

Chair’s Report on the G20 Development Working Group Skukuza Ministerial Meeting – Mpumalanga, South Africa

The DWG meeting convened ministers responsible for development as well as heads of international organisations for comprehensive deliberations on key global development issues.

28 Jul 2025

Remarks by Deputy Finance Minister, Dr David Masondo, at the Africa Consultative Meeting on South Africa’s Legacy Initiative to Accelerate Cross Border Infrastructure in Africa – Pretoria, South Africa

"The challenges are exacerbated by the rising geopolitical tensions and trade fragmentation. Addressing these challenges require bold and collective action."

28 Jul 2025

Opening remarks by Minister in the Presidency Maropene Ramakgopa of the G20 Development Planning Ministers’ Meeting – Mpumalanga, South Africa

"This Development Ministers Meeting marks the culmination of extensive and thoughtful engagement within the G20 Development Working Group. Your delegations have contributed constructively to the shaping of an Outcome Document and Ministerial Declaration that not only speaks to the urgency of our shared development agenda, but also affirms our common ambition to leave no one behind."

27 Jul 2025

Speaking Notes for CEO of DBSA, Boitumelo Mosako, at the Fourth G20 Development Working Group Meeting – Mpumalanga, South Africa

"Investing in Global Public Goods is not an act of charity, but a strategic investment in resilience, equity, and long-term global stability. It is a commitment to a future that is sustainable, inclusive, and secure for all."

21 Jul 2025

Opening remarks by Minister in the Presidency Maropene Ramakgopa of the fourth G20 Development Working Group Meeting – Mpumalanga, South Africa

"Our era is defined by shared risks – be they pandemics, climate volatility or technological disruption. Addressing these calls for a new era of cooperation. Global public goods must be treated as collective responsibilities, governed inclusively and supported equitably."

21 Jul 2025

Message of support by DBSA CEO Boitumelo Mosako to the fourth G20 Development Working Group Meeting – Mpumalanga, South Africa

"As development challenges are mounting – from high debt levels and climate change to geopolitical tensions and a lack of food, water and energy security – the DWG stands out as a critical platform for advancing a shared development agenda grounded in equity, resilience and sustainability."

20 Jul 2025