When South Africa assumed the G20 presidency, it stepped into a momentous role: the first African nation to lead the grouping of the world’s most powerful economies, says Mildred Thabane, Strategic Communicator and Reputation Management Specialist.
For a country often celebrated for its spirit of ubuntu and history of reconciliation, this was more than a diplomatic milestone – it was an opportunity to demonstrate how effective communication can transform convening power into lasting influence.
Communications as the Presidency’s Backbone
From the outset, South Africa’s chosen theme, Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability, was a masterstroke of narrative framing. It rooted the presidency…
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Carrot Joker
I was pretty surprised to learn Elon Musk was born in South Africa
I thought he was born in Mad-at-gas-car
Heavenly Connection
A Priest was seated next to Van Der Merwe on a flight to Brakpan.
After the plane was airborne, drink orders were taken.
Van Der Merwe asked for a Rum and Coke, which was brought and placed before him.
The flight attendant then asked the priest if he would like a drink.
He replied in disgust \”I\’d rather be savagely raped by a dozen whores than let liquor touch my lips.\”
Van Der Merwe then handed his drink back to the attendant and said \”Me too, I didn\’t know we had a choice.\”