Absa Group Sponsors B20 South Africa 2025 to Elevate Africa’s Voice in Global Economic Policy Absa | Corporate and Investment Banking > Insights and Events > B20 South Africa 2025 B20 South Africa 2025 Absa Group has joined B20 South Africa 2025 as a Diamond Sponsor Underscoring our commitment to promoting inclusive and sustainable growth across Africa. Our extensive Pan-African presence and deep market expertise position us as a key facilitator in translating B20 policy recommendations into concrete actions and investment inflows across the continent. With key interests in shaping economic policy and fostering regional integration, Absa is working alongside the private sector to harness their voices and diverse perspectives, so that they too become central to shaping global economic development. For the first time in history, the G20 is hosted on the African continent – marking a pivotal opportunity to position Africa as a vital contributor to international economic governance. South Africa’s presidency of the G20, which began on 1 December 2024, focuses on the theme "Inclusive Growth and Prosperity through Global Cooperation". The B20 South Africa – which serves as the official G20 dialogue forum with the global business community – further provides a platform for businesses to engage with global leaders and co-develop recommendations on trade, investment, and inclusive growth. Absa’s involvement ensures that the perspectives of African businesses are not only represented but actively shape the agenda at the highest levels of global economic decision-making. Over the past year, we’ve focused on embedding our purpose – “Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together, one story at a time” – into the heart of our strategy, culture, and brand. The B20 South Africa partnership aligns with our shared vision for growth and positive impact across the African continent. Throughout the year, we will be actively involved in various B20 initiatives, engaging in policy discussions and formulation, and contributing to the development of recommendations through specialised task forces, particularly in areas central to Africa’s development: sustainable finance, food security, infrastructure, energy transitions, and digital transformation. As we embark on this exciting journey with B20 South Africa, we look forward to showcasing African excellence and playing a vital role in reshaping Africa's economic narrative. Absa’s B20 Task Force participants Charles Russon Absa Group Interim Chief Executive Officer , Local Business Advisory Council (LBAC). Yasmin Masithela Absa CIB Interim Chief Executive, Co-Chair of the Sustainable Food Systems and Agriculture B20 Task Force Other senior executives have been appointed to various other B20 Task Forces, positioning Absa as a key participant in shaping international business policies and advancements. Through these Task Forces, the B20 South Africa develops recommendations on a wide range of mandates, including enhancing trade, advancing infrastructure development, and navigating sustainable energy transitions and food security. Absa’s representatives contributing their expertise to the various B20 Task Forces are as follows: Finance and Infrastructure: Anand Naidoo Managing Executive: Client Coverage, Absa CIB Stephen Seaka Managing Executive: Public Sector and Growth Capital Solutions, Absa CIB Tshepo Ncube Managing Executive: International Client Coverage, Absa CIB Trade and Investment Bohani Hlungwane Interim Managing Executive: Transactional Banking, Absa CIB Employment and Education Faisal Mkhize Chief Executive: Relationship Banking, Absa Group Industrial Transformation and Innovation Linda SIng Managing Executive: Strategy and Transformation, ARO, Absa Group Digital Transformation Nick Manterfield Chief Information Officer, Absa CIB Food Systems and Agriculture Msizi Khoza Managing Executive, ESG, Absa CIB Roux Wildenboer Credit Officer, Absa CIB Energy Mix and Just Transition Shirley Webber Managing Executive: Resources and Energy, Absa CIB Their participation in these various forums will bring valuable perspectives to global policy discussions by ensuring that outcomes are aligned to the United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Contact Form Share your details with us and a banking expert will get in touch you at your convenience. CONTACT INFORMATION Name Surname Job title Company name Company e-mail address Contact number (with country code) Are you an existing Absa client? Yes No HOW CAN WE HELP YOU What is your query related to? Please choose an option Get in touch Trade Management Online SIBOS Absa Insights Series Eurofinance Champagne in Africa Commercial property Connect with an FX expert Absa Access or Electronic Collections Trade and Working Capital I would like to sign up for marketing communications from Absa CIB Continue By clicking Continue, I confirm that I have read and accepted the Terms of Use and Privacy Statement.
