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eNCAeNCA19/11/2025
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IN PICS: South Africa's security gears up for G20 Summit

IN PICS: South Africa's security gears up for G20 Summit

Executive Summary

South African authorities have declared full readiness for the G20 Leaders' Summit, scheduled to begin in three days at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg, marking the first time the forum's 20 advanced economies—representing 85% of global GDP—will convene on African soil since its start in 1999. The security cluster, including the SAPS Special Task Force, promises a strong police presence to safeguard thousands of delegates and visitors, while the city prepares by filling potholes, trimming trees, and cutting verges. This event highlights South Africa's efforts to impress world leaders with comprehensive safety and infrastructural enhancements.