Cape Town Conversation | Time for Africa: AU in the G20

Cape Town Conversation 2023: Plenary Session | Time for Africa: AU in the G20 | This panel discussion will examine how Africa’s membership in the G20 can advance its agenda on issues central to the continent’s development: climate change, economic resilience, health, and gender equity. The discussion will delve into the implications of the "G20 New Delhi Leaders' Declaration" for Africa, shedding light on the significance of this international commitment to the continent. Additionally, attention will be directed towards Africa's anticipations regarding the leadership roles of Brazil and South Africa in the G20 for the years 2024 and 2025, respectively. This conversation is an opportunity to examine complicated considerations for African countries.
Speakers:
Said Abass Ahamed, Ambassador and Special Envoy of the President of the African Union
Sarah Agbor, Former Commissioner for Human Resources, Science and Technology, African Union Commission
Abla Abdel-Latif, Executive Director and Director of Research, The Egyptian Centre for Economic Studies
Anita Soina, Founder, Soina Foundation
Moderator:
Sachin Chaturvedi, Director General, Research and Information System for Developing Countries and Member, Think20 India Core Group