Advancing Africa’s Voice Within the G20

As Africa takes a historic step into the G20 residency under South Africa’s leadership, the conversation around Africa’s influence in global economic and climate governance has never been more urgent.

AfriCatalyst CEO Daouda Sembene and SAIIA chief executive Elizabeth Sidiropoulos joined CNBC Africa to discuss how the continent can leverage its new position within the G20 to advance key development priorities.

The views expressed in this multimedia are those of the author/s and do not necessarily reflect the views of the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA).

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3 Nov 2025

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CNBC Africa

SAIIA Programme

African Governance and Diplomacy

Advancing Africa’s Voice Within the G20

As Africa takes a historic step into the G20 residency under South Africa’s leadership, the conversation around Africa’s influence in global economic and climate governance has never been more urgent.

3 Nov 2025

Video Creator

SAIIA Programme

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