WATCH: Locals speak out as G20 summit enters day 2
While world powers debate global crises, locals tell us what changes they want to see, from education and investment to climate action.
As the G20 leaders’ summit entered its second day in Johannesburg, world leaders intensified negotiations aimed at addressing global instability, rising poverty, and escalating climate threats.
Under South Africa’s presidency, discussions continued to push for fairer global systems and stronger support for developing nations.
@caxtonjoburgnorth Hopkins Kaira says he hopes the summit places a stronger emphasis on attracting investment into South Africa and the continent. Video: Comfort Makhanya #trendingvideo #johannesburg #Localnews #caxtonlocalmedia #G20 #g20sa2025 #g20summit #SA #News #Midrand #Government ♬ original sound – Caxton Joburg North
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While decisions are being shaped inside the Nasrec Expo Centre, residents have been following the summit closely.
@caxtonjoburgnorth Linah Maphaladi said she hopes the summit places education at the top of its agenda. Video: Comfort Makhanya #g20sa2025 #g20summit #News #Government #johannesburg #caxtonlocalmedia #G20 #Localnews #Midrand #SA ♬ original sound – Caxton Joburg North
We spoke to locals to hear their thoughts on South Africa hosting the G20 for the first time, and what they hope global leaders will prioritise.
@caxtonjoburgnorth Kozanai Mhlanga highlighted that it would be important for the G20 summit to discuss investing in education, as the youth are the future. Video: Comfort Makhanya #trendingvideo #johannesburg #Localnews #caxtonlocalmedia #g20sa2025 #G20 #g20summit #News #SA #Midrand ♬ original sound – Caxton Joburg North
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