Statement from Global Citizen re. Outcomes of the G20 Summit

“In a year defined by global fragmentation, this G20 is a powerful signal that African leadership can drive progress  even under immense geopolitical pressure.”

“This year’s G20 unfolded in some of the toughest geopolitical conditions in years — yet it proved when countries choose to lead, cooperation is still possible. This was demonstrated through ambitious announcements from governments, private sector and multilateral development banks for new projects that will expand electricity access to power over 17.5 million homes and deliver 26.8 gigawatts of clean energy across the continent by 2030. Those that leaned in seized the moment and demonstrated what collective leadership looks like. The South African Presidency played a decisive catalytic role in convening a broad coalition of the willing to scale up renewable energy across Africa. 

This is the moment for Africa, Europe, and other committed partners to unite behind shared priorities that drive real progress for people and the planet.”

— Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder, Global Citizen