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As the G20 summit approaches in November, aligning the Global South—particularly Africa—toward sustainable and inclusive growth is crucial. South Africa’s 2025 G20 presidency carries major weight, representing Africa’s interests and challenges, especially youth unemployment and economic inequality.
While the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to reduce poverty—still affecting over 700 million people—their progress has slowed, calling for a more targeted, opportunity-driven approach. With Africa’s population of 1.4 billion and the world’s youngest workforce, empowering youth through innovation, technology, and equitable growth is vital.
The G20 Task Forces are central to this vision:
- Task Force 1 promotes inclusive industrialisation, youth employment, and equality.
- Task Force 2 focuses on resilient, fair food systems.
- Task Force 3 emphasises digital transformation and bridging the AI divide.
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To truly uplift the Global South, these initiatives must move from dialogue to implementation through strong public-private partnerships. By investing strategically in its youth and leveraging technology, South Africa and the broader Global South can transform vulnerability into sustainable strength.
