Xolisa Mabhongo
Xolisa Mabhongo is the South African ambassador and diplomat, currently serving in a pivotal role as the representative of South Africa in international forums, including the G20. His contributions are crucial as South Africa holds the G20 presidency, and he is responsible for articulating the nation's position on various global issues, particularly concerning developmental agendas and geopolitical dynamics.
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G20 ambassador Xolisa Mabhongo summed up the stand-off regarding the United States' absence from the G20.
'Boycott politics never work': South Africa President reacts to Trump's no-show at G20; US fires sharp response
India· 2025-11-21
Xolisa Mabhongo is the South African G20 sous-sherpa who confirmed receiving a letter from the United States regarding their stance on the G20 summit.
L'Afrique du Sud reproche aux États-Unis d'avoir boycotté le G20 et de s'être opposés au consensus
Cameroon· 2025-11-20
Ambassador Xolisa Mabhongo highlighted the four priority areas South Africa has tabled to focus participation in the G20 process.
Inclusive leadership needed for African growth and development – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-04-09
G20 sherpa ambassador Xolisa Mabhongo said South Africa had not had problems with other G20 members.
US treasury secretary Scott Bessent snubs G20 meeting in South Africa – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-20
South African ambassador Xolisa Mabhongo said on Wednesday that wars and conflicts in Africa and Europe would be common themes.
G20 foreign ministers meet in South Africa without US on board
Kenya· 2025-02-20
