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South Africa Ends G20 Presidency, Hands Gavel to United States

Ramaphosa underscored climate action with an Africa-focused agenda.

Overview

  • The two-day G20 leaders' summit in Johannesburg concluded on 23 November 2025.
  • President Cyril Ramaphosa formally declared the end of South Africa's chairmanship and announced the ceremonial gavel's transfer to the United States.
  • In closing remarks, he highlighted initiatives on disaster response, energy transition, and support for developing countries.
  • He stressed deeper partnership with Africa as a priority for the forum's work in the twenty-first century.
  • Ramaphosa said the G20 should continue because it serves a beneficial purpose for global economic prosperity, and Russia's delegation was led by Maxim Oreshkin.