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Tour of media center

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International media delegates and guests have lauded South Africa’s world-class hosting of the G20 Summit, praising the country’s warmth, organisation and an exceptional media experience that many described as among the best they have ever encountered.

Speaking to SANews on the ground at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg, journalists and researchers reflected on a summit that not only delivered diplomatically, but also demonstrated South Africa’s capacity to host global events with precision and heart.

Over the past week, thousands of journalists, researchers and communication specialists descended on the purpose-built media hub, a centre South Africa’s government prepared with meticulous detail, extensive facilities and round-the-clock support.

From seamless logistics to generous catering and an atmosphere described as “warm” and “inclusive”, the media centre became a showcase of South Africa’s ability to host global events at scale.

Tour of media center

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For Ching Yi Chang of the Shanghai Media Group in China, this was his sixth G20 and one that immediately stood out.

“South Africa is one of the best, I feel. People [are] very welcoming. The atmosphere and people [are] very nice. All the facilities in the media center and everything is just perfect. I love it,” he told SAnews.

Chang, like many others, spoke glowingly about the catering.

“It's good. I definitely want to try the lunch again and see different kinds of food. The experience is really great", he said with a laugh.

Canada’s G20 Research Group, based at the University of Toronto, described South Africa’s hosting as a benchmark for future summits.

Researcher Irene Wu said the experience exceeded expectations from the moment she arrived.

“I just want to share my key takeaways and how I found the overall summit in South Africa. It's been absolutely amazing. The people have been so welcoming and hospitable, and we really felt the warmth of the country.

“It really just shows you your future directions for how summits will go in terms of inclusiveness, and [representation] of countries in the Global South,” she said.

Wu said she was struck by the efficiency and accessibility of the media centre.

“The minute I stepped in here, I was shocked by how well organised everything was. I attended the Rio Summit last year, and I will say the level of organisation, the networks of people, in terms of the staff, also with the road closures and all that, it was done in a very well organised way, and also considerate of foreigners, who aren't really used to the geography here,” she explained.

She praised the availability of information, the openness of staff and the ease with which researchers and media could navigate briefings.

“It's been a really great process, and it helps us in doing our research,” she added.

Her colleague Mahek Kaur, a co-chair of Summit Studies at the G20 Research Group, echoed the sentiment.

“From the moment we walked into the media center, we knew this was going to be different. It was very well organised, and there's a space again for media briefings in the main hall, which is always incredible,” she said.

Kaur praised the hospitality and warmth of South Africans inside and outside the summit venue.

“Everyone here… has been so hospitable and so lovely. Sometimes it's really difficult to be able to get into the right room and figure things out. Everyone here has been so wonderful," she told SAnews.

Reflecting on the summit’s progress, she said the early adoption of the leaders’ declaration spoke to the success of the South African presidency.

SA gets G20 leaders to reach agreement

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“Compared to some other summits that we've been a part of, we think this has been incredibly well organised and well run. We're very pleased to be here,” Kaur said.

For seasoned US-based SABC correspondent, Sherwin Bryce-Pease, covering the G20 at home – and witnessing the competence of the hosts – was a “beautiful moment”.

“What a beautiful moment, as South African media, in particular, what a beautiful moment to observe the proficiency of the South African government, how they've led this process, how Member States have coalesced around this presidency,” he said.

Calling it a historic milestone, the first G20 in South Africa and the first on African soil, Bryce-Pease said the outcome reflected Africa’s growing influence.

SABC preparations as the host broadcaster

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“Critical minerals are going to be important. I think South Africa has put on a good show.... South Africa... has hosted the World Cup, they've hosted the Rugby World Cup, they've hosted major events. This is not new terrain for South Africa,” he said.

For him, covering the summit was witnessing history in real time.

“I'm very pleased to have been part of a process that has been historic… in terms of development on the African continent, development around the world, but also in terms of economic prosperity for all people everywhere,” he said.

Across interviews, one thread was consistent: South Africa’s G20 media centre was not just functional, it was exemplary.

Delegates described it as welcoming, efficient, well-staffed and thoughtfully designed, with many calling it one of the best media environments they have experienced at any global summit.

For many who travelled thousands of kilometres to Johannesburg, it wasn’t just the summit or the media centre they will remember; it was the warmth, food, energy and generosity that made South Africa’s G20 experience unforgettable.

SA na Una be the real giant
Nigeria na disgraced country truly

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Did you know the G20 summit was actually held in Soweto (Johannesburg) right next to the FNB Soccer City stadium that hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup opening and closing ceremonies? Now it also holds the record for hosting leaders of the 20 richest countries' summit.

RandDigital:
Did you know the G20 summit was actually held in Soweto (Johannesburg) right next to the FNB Soccer City stadium that hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup opening and closing ceremonies? Now it also holds the record for hosting leaders of the 20 richest countries' summit.

They think Soweto is a slum; they wouldn't know

Local and international media set up shop in Soweto for the 2-day summit that ended on Sunday.

Summit began on Saturday with President Cyril Ramaphosa welcoming world leaders.

Final post.

Ramaphosa announced to the G20 leaders and invited guest nations that a declaration had been adopted on numerous issues including finance and debt sustainability for low-income countries, partnership for Africa and conflict resolution in Sudan, DRC, Palestine and Ukraine.

South Africa then handed the one-year long G20 presidency to the United States.

Ayam not understanding ur hyping of South Africa in a Nigerian forum.

what happened to 2go ?

adamkkk:
Ayam not understanding ur hyping of South Africa in a Nigerian forum.

what happened to 2go ?

You sound hurt in the bum. What's the matter oga?

adamkkk:
Ayam not understanding ur hyping of South Africa in a Nigerian forum.

what happened to 2go ?

oh I see, its not a problem when Nigerians nitpick only bad news from SA to post on this same forum. It only becomes an issue when we come and post positive ones.. 🤔

South Africa is truely deserving to be the giant of Africa but my fear is that it's beginning to tilt towards extremist/jihadist way of life. Won't be surprised if it becomes like turkey.

Racheal45:
SA na Una be the real giant
Nigeria na disgraced country truly

If Nigerian government should have this kind of platform, una still go talk say na waste of tax payers money. Na slave mentality dey worry una

LeeSmart:
South Africa is truely deserving to be the giant of Africa but my fear is that it's beginning to tilt towards extremist/jihadist way of life. Won't be surprised if it becomes like turkey.

Anyone who hates Israel becomes cursed by God

Gen m12:3
And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee:
and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.

South Africa is hating on Israel, so they are getting cursed by God.
Nothing the god of blackstone can do to stop it

Racheal45:
SA na Una be the real giant
Nigeria na disgraced country truly

This is usually coming from people who are doing the most disgraceful activities as Nigerians. Disgraceful people.

South Africans are very welcoming?

Not special jo. we have more beautiful places than that.

IronGalaxy:
oh I see, its not a problem when Nigerians nitpick only bad news from SA and post them in this same forum, It only becomes an issue when we come and post positive ones.. 🤔

pick it and share it on your 2go ?

South Africa is the most advanced country in Africa. Thanks to the whites.

What are they discussing?

The zoo can never reach level in Thier miserable life.

Say what you like.

SA is more developed than Nigeria a million times

mascot87:
If Nigerian government should have this kind of platform, una still go talk say na waste of tax payers money. Na slave mentality dey worry una

South Africa beat Nigeria with everything.

princeade86:
Not special jo. we have more beautiful places than that.

like? Post pics of the place.

How many top world leaders wr present g

Any how u want to say it...South Africa is the real giant of Africa.


Na foolishness dey worry Nigerian politicians.

Komkom headed politicians. The only thing they are good at is how to steal and be stinkingly rich and stupid at the same time.

Give them loan...it would be squandered,give them foreign aid,it would be squandered...borrow borrow leaders.

To maintain national stadium na wahala for the so called giant of Africa without direction.


A country still fighting over hate,religious bigotry and all sorts especially in this 21st century can never be a serious country.

See APC e-rats have failed. They are now looking to associate with south africa. Shameless

SA has better infrastructure than Nigeria but Nigeria also has great centres .

Hope always starts somewhere

And some airheads will still compare South Africa with Nigeria 😂