G20 Conference at Sun City Tackles Women’s Economic Empowerment in South Africa

Sun City, South Africa — Global conversations on women’s financial inclusion and economic empowerment are taking centre stage this week, as the G20 Financial Inclusion Conference kicks off in Rustenburg. The event is jointly hosted by the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities and the Tshwane University of Technology’s Centre for Entrepreneurship Development.

The conference marks a significant moment as South Africa holds the G20 presidency from December 2025 until November 2026. Over the next few days, leaders from G20 nations, financial institutions, and women-focused organisations will explore solutions to improve the economic standing of women globally.

A Focus on Financial Literacy and Inclusion

At the heart of the gathering is the urgent need to expand financial inclusion for women. This includes improving access to credit, enhancing financial literacy, and removing systemic barriers that limit women from fully participating in economic activities. Sessions will cover policy frameworks, practical case studies, and tools that have worked in different G20 countries.

“This is more than a policy discussion — it’s about creating measurable economic impact,” said a conference spokesperson. “We’re talking about empowering women to participate equally in local and global economies.”

Technical Meeting on Women’s Empowerment to Follow

Immediately following the two-day financial inclusion conference, the second Technical Meeting on the Empowerment of Women Working Group will take place at Sun City on Thursday and Friday. This gathering will allow policy experts and advocates to unpack strategies for implementing the outcomes of the financial inclusion dialogues.

The working group is a core part of the G20’s broader efforts to integrate gender equality into economic decision-making. South Africa’s leadership will play a crucial role in setting the agenda for global gender policies over the next year.

Why It Matters

Despite strides in women’s rights and representation, women globally still face significant economic inequalities. Events like the G20 Financial Inclusion Conference serve as catalysts to drive change through collaborative action, evidence-based policy, and inclusive economic planning.

As the G20 chair, South Africa has a unique opportunity to shape a future where gender equity is no longer an aspiration but a global economic standard.

{Source: SABC News}

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