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.

Keynote Address by the Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, at the Ministerial Meeting of the G20 Food Security Task Force – Somerset West, South Africa

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen stresses the convening of the G20 Food Security Task Force to adopt the Agriculture Working Group Ministerial Declaration and endorse the outcomes of the Food Security Task Force.

19 Sep 2025

3rd G20 Research and Innovation Working Group and Ministerial Meeting – Pretoria, South Africa

This administrative note offers delegates key details before the 3rd G20 Research and Innovation Working Group and Ministerial Meeting at the CSIR ICC in Pretoria.

14 Sep 2025

Tourism Ministers Mpumalanga Declaration – Skukuza, South Africa

The Ministers of Tourism and G20 representatives in Mpumalanga endorsed South Africa’s G20 Tourism Working Group's four priority areas: Digital Innovation, Tourism Financing and Investment, Air Connectivity, and Enhanced Resilience. These aim to develop a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient tourism sector.

12 Sep 2025

Keynote Address by the Minister of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, at the B20 Recommendation Papers Handover – Johannesburg, South Africa

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola's address on turning recommendations into reality following the handover of comprehensive recommendations from the B20 to the G20.

4 Sep 2025

President Cyril Ramaphosa Launches Historic G20 Experts Taskforce to Combat Extreme Wealth Inequality – 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

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Address at the Africa Water Investment Summit and launch of the G20 Presidential Legacy Initiative on Water Investments – Cape Town, South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa's address marked a landmark moment in the global movement for access to safe water for all at the Africa Water Investment Summit and the G20 Presidential Legacy Initiative launch.

13 Aug 2025

Conclusion of the 4th G20 EWG & LEMM – Western Cape, South Africa

Outcomes of the G20 Labour and Employment Ministers’ Meeting, with all G20 members congratulating South Africa on hosting a well-organised and impactful meeting.

6 Aug 2025

G20 2025 Labour and Employment Ministerial Declaration – Western Cape, South Africa

The G20 2025 Labour and Employment Ministerial Declaration, themed 'Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability: Living and Working in an Unequal World: Ensuring Decent Work and Decent Lives.'

31 Jul 2025