Addressing inequality and unemployment for youth and women

INEQUALITY and unemployment especially affecting women and the youth will be among the key issues discussed during the Civil 20 (C20) engagement process ahead of the C20 summit.

- RAPULA MOATSHE

The C20 summit is being held ahead of the G20 summit in South Africa in November.

A media briefing was held yesterday in Pretoria by the C20 South Africa leadership team, which gave an update on preparations to deliver the C20 policy pack before the G20 summit.

C20 chairperson Thulani Tshefuta said: “We have taken a conscious decision of making this as the first South African G20 to be less about South Africa but more about Africa as a whole.”

The C20, he said, has established structures representing various sectors, including women, disability, youth, health, and education, to shape the G20's processes and ensure diverse perspectives are considered.

He mentioned that the C20 held a midterm policy dialogue from June 22-24, 2025, in Sandton, which was attended by over 300 people in person and more than 1 800 virtually.

He said that the C20 deliberations have thoroughly explored the government's theme, emphasising solidarity, equality, and sustainability.