The first G20 leaders’ summit to be held in Africa has begun under a cloud after US President Donald Trump decided to withdraw the United States entirely from the event in Johannesburg on November 22 and 23, 2025. This marks the first time in the forum’s 26-year history that a member country has refused to participate at any level.

Trump’s decision stems from his allegations that white Afrikaners in South Africa are being targeted and mistreated. His Trump

An unprecedented absence

Unlike previous disagreements within the G20, this withdrawal is total. Trump blocked not only senior officials but also all American representatives from attending any part of the summit. South Africa was formally informed, and other member states were notified that the US seat would remain vacant.

Only a re

See Full Page