At the African Union's 39th Ordinary Session, President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa highlighted the successes of the G20 Leaders' Summit held in Johannesburg, marking a significant achievement for both South Africa and the African continent. This summit was particularly notable as it was the first time an African nation hosted this prominent international economic forum, showcasing Africa's capacity to engage in high-level global governance.

Ramaphosa noted that the preparation for the G20 summit involved at least 130 meetings held across South Africa, reflecting a comprehensive effort that supported the country’s leadership role. He stressed that while South Africa hosted the summit, the success is shared across the African continent, illustrating that African nations can collectively showcase leadership, vision, and substance on the global stage.

Looking forward, Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of translating the summit's discussions and reforms into actionable partnerships and initiatives that would benefit not only South African citizens but also the broader African community. This focus on governance, collaboration, and development signals a robust commitment to enhancing Africa's standing in international relations and its ability to contribute to global dialogue.