Beyond the Headlines of the G20 & B20

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Phuthi

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Phuthi is an unfiltered journey into leadership, resilience and possibility. Hosted by Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa, CEO of Naspers South Africa and one of Forbes and Fortune’s most powerful women, the podcast explores stories that break barriers and shape futures. From Soweto to the world, Phuthi sits down with leaders, innovators and changemakers to uncover the lessons, struggles and triumphs behind their success — inspiring a new generation to lead with courage and purpose.

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Beyond the Headlines of the G20 & B20

Phuthi

24 minutes 23 seconds

1 month ago

Beyond the Headlines of the G20 & B20

(0:01) – Introduction(1:02) – Highlight of the Week(2:58) – My Dinner with French President Macron(5:04) – What Could Have Been Better?(6:45) – Which Country Made the Most Impact?(8:57) – The Current Relationship Between the EU and South Africa(11:07) – Who Stood Out to Me(13:17) – My Views on Future Market Growth(15:54) – My Prediction for the Next Direction of Commerce(17:59) – The Sectors to Keep an Eye On after the Summits(18:57) – The Legacy of the G20 and B20 South Africa Summits(20:16) – Do We Do Business with People We Like or People We Know?(21:35) – Naspers and Prosus at the Summits

I reflect on a historic G20 and B20 week hosted in SouthAfrica, sharing what it felt like in the rooms where leaders, CEOs and policymakers gathered.

From the “electric” atmosphere at the B20 and the Digital Transformation Task Force legacy fund, to an intimate working dinner with President Macron, to South Africa’s leadership alongside countries like India, China, Brazil and the EU, this conversation breaks down what really stood out.

Myself and Liam Webb also explore the future of global commerce, the rise of social platforms as marketplaces, and which sectors are best positioned for long-term growth.

A focused, accessible conversation about leadership underpressure, public and private sectors working together, and how events like the G20 and B20 can translate into tangible outcomes.

Key Takeaways

◼ Why the 2025 G20 and B20 in South Africa were such defining moments for government–business collaboration.

◼ How the B20 Digital Transformation Task Force focused on connectivity, digital skills and a legacy fund for entrepreneurs.

◼ What stood out from President Macron’s engagement style and the broader South Africa–EU relationship.

◼ Which countries played key roles in centring “global south” issues in the G20 discussions.

◼ Why agriculture, healthcare, finance and the fusion of social media with marketplaces are critical sectors to watch.

◼ What legacy, I believe, this G20/B20 moment leaves for how nations and businesses work together.