JOHANNESBURG - It's a big week for South Africa as it gears up for the historic G20 Leaders' Summit this weekend.
But, before that, the Social and Business 20 summits will kick off on Tuesday.
In Ekurhuleni, governments and civil society will discuss global issues that directly impact daily lives.
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The Social Summit aims to foster global solidarity and advance inclusive development.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver the opening remarks at the gathering.
Meanwhile, business leaders and policymakers will discuss global economic and trade issues in Sandton.
Dr Oscar Van Heerden, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Johannesburg, unpacks the summit.