G20 Showdown Explodes: Ramaphosa Fires Back at Trump After Reports of South Africa’s Exclusion

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed reports claiming the U.S. will not invite South Africa to the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami, stating that no official communication has been received. Emphasising South Africa’s status as a full G20 member, he dismissed concerns over Washington’s stance. The U.S. argues South Africa’s economic decline and political decisions justify excluding it from core G20 work, while Pretoria accuses Washington of unilateralism. Following the U.S. announcement of a “New G20” including Poland, South Africa has suspended participation until the UK presidency in 2027, framing it as a principled stand.