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Minister Ramokgopa Speaks on South Africa’s G20 Tourism Agenda
RISE fm’s Wandile Mazibuko recently sat down with Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, following her keynote address at the G20 Development Working Group Meeting, held at Skukuza Lodge in the Kruger National Park.
This milestone gathering, hosted during Mandela Month, brought global attention to South Africa’s leadership of the G20 in 2025—and placed tourism, sustainability, and development planning at the heart of the agenda.
In the interview, Minister Ramokgopa reflected on:
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The symbolism of hosting the G20 meeting deep within a world-renowned conservation area.
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South Africa’s priorities in using its G20 presidency to champion inclusive well-being, sustainable tourism, and equitable economic recovery.
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The importance of fiscal transparency, effective resource mobilization, and addressing the structural barriers that hamper long-term development on the continent.
Minister Ramokgopa emphasized that tourism is not just a leisure industry—but a powerful development lever that can unlock opportunity, preserve cultural heritage, and connect local communities to the global stage.
“The G20 is uniquely positioned to respond to global crises—from the climate emergency to inequality—and South Africa’s voice, grounded in the realities of the Global South, is critical in shaping this response.” — Minister Ramokgopa
🎧 Catch the full conversation now on RISE Rewind – where insight meets integrity, and leaders speak plainly about the work ahead.
