South Africa Withdraws from G20 Due to U.S. Leadership
South Africa to Withdraw from G20 in 2026 On Tuesday, South Africa confirmed its decision to withdraw from the Group of 20 Economic Forum in 2026. This comes as the United States will hold the rotating chair that year, during a time of tension between Johannesburg and President Donald Trump. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana made […]
South Africa Seeks a ‘Pause’ from G20 During Trump’s Leadership
On Thursday, the office of President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that South Africa will temporarily step back from the Group of 20 (G20) forum for the upcoming year. This pause is due to a shift in rotational leadership as the United States takes the helm under President Donald Trump. Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Mugwenya, noted, “Next year, […]
Trump will not invite South Africa to the G-20 summit in Miami, saying, ‘They are killing white people’
Trump Excludes South Africa from 2026 G20 Summit President Trump has declared that South Africa will not receive an invitation to the upcoming G20 summit in Miami, citing the country’s alleged “genocide” against white farmers as the main reason. This announcement follows a significant diplomatic rift, as U.S. officials largely boycotted this year’s G20 summit […]
G20 Summit Issues Declaration on First Day Despite U.S. Boycott
The G20 summit kicked off in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Saturday with an “opening statement,” despite a notable absence from the US and several other world leaders. Interestingly, even though he wasn’t there, Chinese leader Xi Jinping made statements prior to the summit. The state-owned Global Times reported on this with what some may call […]
White House responds to South Africa regarding G20 handover ceremony disagreement
White House Criticism of South Africa at G20 Summit Johannesburg: The White House has publicly criticized South Africa during the G20 summit taking place in Johannesburg. Anna Kelly, the deputy press secretary, responded to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa after Pretoria declined to permit a U.S. embassy delegation to attend the closing ceremony of the […]
G20 Summit Kicks Off in South Africa with Low Turnout and Minimal Excitement
Absences Loom Over G20 Summit in South Africa South Africa is bracing for an underwhelming Group of 20 (G20) summit in Johannesburg this weekend, as notable leaders from the United States, China, Russia, Argentina, and Mexico will be absent. President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed optimism on Thursday, suggesting that the US might reconsider its decision and […]
White House labels claims of US participation in G20 in South Africa as false information
White House Asserts No U.S. Delegation to G20 Despite Contradictory Claims The White House confirmed on Thursday that there will be no U.S. delegation attending the G20 meeting in South Africa, labeling conflicting reports as “fake news.” This statement comes as a response to media assertions suggesting otherwise. Back in early November, President Trump declared […]
Nigerian President Calls Off G20 Trip Due to Jihadi Violence He Refutes
Nigeria’s President Postpones Summits Amid Rising Violence Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has denied allegations of persecution against Christians in the country. However, the escalating crisis—including mass kidnappings of schoolgirls and alarming jihadist assaults on churches—led him to delay his participation in the G20 and AU-EU summits scheduled for Wednesday. Tinubu was initially set to travel […]
South Africa’s G20 Summit, Boycotted by the U.S., Set to Start This Weekend
This weekend marks the first time the South African government will host the G20 summit, but the event will be missing one of its key players: the United States. Other notable absentees include leaders from China, Argentina, Russia, and Mexico. On November 22 and 23, representatives from the G20 nations will convene in Johannesburg for […]
Xi Jinping Will Not Attend G-20 Summit in South Africa, Aligning with Trump and Milei
China’s G20 Summit Representation On Thursday, China’s Foreign Ministry announced that Premier Li Qiang will attend the upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, while President Xi Jinping will not be present. The G20, which includes the globe’s largest economies, is set to kick off on November 21st. With Xi’s absence, he joins a list […]