G20 Summit | Branding for G20

This transcript from a broadcast at the NASREC Expo Center captures the final day of South Africa's G20 Leaders Summit, focusing on the country's branding efforts under its presidency. Hosts Sakina and Leanne discuss with reporter Sherwin Bryce Peas the role of Brand South Africa in projecting a positive global image. In an interview, CEO Neville Mikey highlights the 'all hands on deck' approach since President Ramaphosa assumed the presidency in Brazil, emphasizing South Africa's leadership in Africa amid geopolitical challenges. Key successes include the consensus adoption of the G20 outcome document, removal from the financial grey list, S&P sovereign debt rating upgrade, and a surge in tourism to 7.6 million international visitors (up across regions like the Middle East by 58% and Americas by 30%), boosting investor confidence. Mikey addresses US President Trump's critical rhetoric—accusations of white genocide and land expropriation—as 'fake news' that self-destructs, noting strong support from global partners, South Africans abroad, and recent positive engagements in Europe. He underscores ongoing promotions for events like the Presidential Investment Conference and World Economic Forum. The segment ends with a thank-you media event to amplify South African stories. An update on the closing session covers discussions on critical minerals, decent work, AI, a G20 20-year review, and bilaterals between South Africa, India, and Brazil (under IBSA) addressing US tariffs (50% on Brazil, 30% on South Africa). The leaders' declaration reiterates G20 commitment to multilateralism and consensus, thanks South Africa for its leadership, and commits to future presidencies (US in 2026, UK in 2027, South Korea in 2028, Saudi Arabia next cycle), but notably avoids mentioning a US summit meeting, signaling subtle caution toward the US amid uncertainties.