Author: aarti

When South Africa assumes the Presidency of the G20 later this year, we will prioritise the needs and aspirations of our continent and the Global South. As a signatory to the Pact for the Future, we want people-driven, sustainable development to become a reality.

On Tuesday 24 September, our country observes Heritage Day. On this day, we celebrate the rich cultural tapestry that makes up our nation.

South Africans expect the GNU to succeed, and we will not let them down.

We are particularly encouraged at the potential of greater cooperation, investment and trade between our two countries in pursuit of low-carbon, climate resilient economic growth. For example, South Africa has investment opportunities in the electric vehicle sector, renewable energy, green hydrogen and energy storage – and China as a proven track record in developing innovative solutions in these areas.

We have just ended Women’s Month. At a number of state-owned enterprises, women are excelling not only in management and leadership positions, but also in technical roles and occupations that were previously the preserve of men. Within Eskom itself, women are working as power station managers, engineers, artisans, operators and technicians.