{"id":26015,"date":"2025-08-29T13:06:51","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T11:06:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=26015"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:56:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:56:25","slug":"g20-summit-2025-w20","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/g20-summit-2025-w20\/","title":{"rendered":"G20 Summit Highlights Women\u2019s Call for Inclusive Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>The 2025 G20 Summit, hosted by South Africa, has spotlighted women\u2019s vital role in driving inclusive economic growth. Under South Africa\u2019s presidency, the summit focused on empowering women across member countries to foster sustainable development and gender equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELEVANT ARTICLE:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/w20-south-africa-2025\/\">W20 South Africa 2025: Driving Women\u2019s Empowerment Within the G20 Agenda<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#south-africas-leadership-in-womens-empowerment\" data-level=\"2\">South Africa\u2019s Leadership in Women\u2019s Empowerment<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#understanding-the-women20-w20\" data-level=\"2\">Understanding the Women20 (W20)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#central-theme-the-care-economy\" data-level=\"2\">Central Theme: The Care Economy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tackling-structural-gender-inequalities\" data-level=\"2\">Tackling Structural Gender Inequalities<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#financial-inclusion-and-entrepreneurship\" data-level=\"2\">Financial Inclusion and Entrepreneurship<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#aligning-with-global-goals\" data-level=\"2\">2025 G20 Summit: Aligning With Global Goals<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#w20-2025-priority-thematic-areas\" data-level=\"2\">W20 2025 Priority Thematic Areas<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#innovations-in-technology-and-education\" data-level=\"2\">Innovations in Technology and Education<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#commitment-to-global-cooperation\" data-level=\"2\">Commitment to Global Cooperation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#addressing-gender-based-violence\" data-level=\"2\">Addressing Gender-Based Violence<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#womens-role-in-climate-justice\" data-level=\"2\">Women\u2019s Role in Climate Justice<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#looking-ahead-the-road-to-2035\" data-level=\"2\">The Road to 2035<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"south-africas-leadership-in-womens-empowerment\">South Africa\u2019s Leadership in Women\u2019s Empowerment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>South Africa leads the G20 Empowerment of Women Working Group (EWWG) in 2025. This marks a decade of advocacy by Women20 (W20) within the G20 framework. This milestone celebrates ten years of championing gender equality and economic empowerment for women globally. South Africa will build on previous presidencies&#8217; progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ALSO READ:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/g20-summit-2025-p20-womens-parliament\/\">G20 Summit 2025: P20 Women\u2019s Parliament Pushes for Inclusive Growth and Women\u2019s Empowerment<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-987568121\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understanding-the-women20-w20\">Understanding the Women20 (W20)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Women20, or W20, is an official engagement group within the G20 <a href=\"https:\/\/g20.org\/track\/women-w20\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">focused on promoting<\/a>&nbsp;<strong>gender equality and women\u2019s economic empowerment<\/strong>&nbsp;worldwide. Established in 2015 under Turkey\u2019s G20 presidency, W20 brings together representatives from women\u2019s organisations, entrepreneurs, academics, and civil society across G20 countries. Its core purpose is to develop&nbsp;<strong>consensus-based policy recommendations<\/strong>. The G20 incorporates these recommendations into its discussions and Leaders\u2019 Declarations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The W20 works annually under the host country\u2019s presidency to champion issues such as women\u2019s entrepreneurship and financial inclusion. They also address closing the gender digital divide and use a gender lens to address climate change. In 2025, W20 celebrates its 10th anniversary. This milestone highlights a decade of advocacy for sustainable socio-economic development that leaves no woman behind, especially amplifying voices from the Global South.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"central-theme-the-care-economy\">Central Theme: The Care Economy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A key focus of the summit was the \u201cCare Economy\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/hsrc.ac.za\/news\/capable-and-ethical-state\/w20-represented-at-3rd-ministerial-on-womens-economic-empowerment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">addressing<\/a> both paid and unpaid care work dominated by women. This care work is essential but often undervalued economically and socially. Policymakers called for reforms that recognise, reduce, and redistribute unpaid care work. They also seek to provide support through fair wages, benefits, and legal protections for caregivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-701534607\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tackling-structural-gender-inequalities\">Tackling Structural Gender Inequalities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sessions addressed <a href=\"https:\/\/g20.org\/track\/women-empowerment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">widespread<\/a> gender challenges including gender-based violence and femicide. The summit emphasised the need for gender-responsive budgeting and strengthened legal frameworks. Inclusion of men and boys in prevention efforts is essential. Closing gaps in labor force participation and reducing the gender pay gap remain urgent priorities. These steps are necessary to ensure women\u2019s full participation in the economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"financial-inclusion-and-entrepreneurship\">Financial Inclusion and Entrepreneurship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Enhancing women\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/women20.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">access<\/a> to financial services and entrepreneurship opportunities was prominently discussed. Initiatives such as the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (WE-FI) were highlighted for their role in supporting women-led businesses and fostering inclusive economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3112916849\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aligning-with-global-goals\">2025 G20 Summit: Aligning With Global Goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>South Africa\u2019s priorities <a href=\"https:\/\/g20.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Issue-Note_Empowerment-of-Women-WG-EWWG.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">align<\/a> with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5. This goal targets gender equality and women\u2019s empowerment. The summit reaffirmed commitment to the G20 Brisbane Goal 25\u00d725. The aim is to reduce the gender gap in labour participation by 25% by 2025. Long-term targets extend to 2035.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"w20-2025-priority-thematic-areas\">W20 2025 Priority Thematic Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Women20 (W20) South Africa presidency focuses on the following key areas to promote gender equality and women\u2019s economic empowerment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion:<\/strong>\u00a0Expanding women\u2019s access to credit, capital, and business opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Care Economy:<\/strong>\u00a0Recognising and supporting paid and unpaid care work, including fair wages and legal protections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gender-Based Violence and Femicide:<\/strong>\u00a0Strengthening laws, prevention efforts, and survivor support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Climate Justice and the Environment:<\/strong>\u00a0Empowering women in climate action and sustainable development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education, STEM and the Digital Divide:<\/strong>\u00a0Closing gaps in technology access and promoting STEM education for women and girls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health Equity for Women and Girls:<\/strong>\u00a0Ensuring equal access to quality healthcare services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Women, Land and Agriculture:<\/strong>\u00a0Supporting women\u2019s rights and roles in land ownership and agricultural sectors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These priority areas are developed through expert working groups and are central to developing actionable policy recommendations for G20 leaders to endorse, with a particular focus on amplifying voices from Africa and the Global South<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2306692254\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"innovations-in-technology-and-education\">Innovations in Technology and Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The summit <a href=\"https:\/\/iol.co.za\/g20\/2025-08-28-g20-summit-women-lead-the-charge-for-economic-equality\/#google_vignette\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">highlighted<\/a> the critical importance of digital inclusion and STEM education for women and girls. Expanding access to technology and scholarships in high-growth fields is essential. This is necessary to bridge gender divides in emerging sectors and to ensure equal opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"commitment-to-global-cooperation\">Commitment to Global Cooperation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2025 G20 Summit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanews.gov.za\/south-africa\/inclusive-growth-forefront-south-africas-g20-presidency-champions-socio-economic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reinforced<\/a> collective responsibility to mainstream gender equality across economic and social policies worldwide. South Africa advocates for evidence-based policy-making and accountability mechanisms such as the proposed Global AI and Gender Equality Index. Collaboration among member states is needed to drive measurable change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3624818403\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"addressing-gender-based-violence\">Addressing Gender-Based Violence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Significant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/cedaw-gap-south-africa-domestic-violence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">emphasis was placed on combating<\/a> <em>gender based violence<\/em>, including technology facilitated abuse. The summit called for integrated approaches, legal reforms, survivor support services, and the engagement of all segments of society. These efforts aim to create safer environments for women and girls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"womens-role-in-climate-justice\">Women\u2019s Role in Climate Justice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/climate-priorities-g20-environment-summit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Recognising the links<\/a> between gender and climate issues, the summit promoted women\u2019s increased participation in climate talks and investments. Empowering women is vital for achieving sustainable environmental outcomes and resilient economies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2227702847\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"looking-ahead-the-road-to-2035\">The Road to 2035<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The G20 set ambitious goals to reduce gender gaps in employment, pay, and unpaid care work by 35% by 2035. 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