Queen Boresah Fantevie (Nkligiwurche Boresah Iddisah Jeduah I), Nkligiwurche of the Yagbon (Gonja) Kingdom in Ghana’s Savannah Region, has shared her experience attending the G20 Social Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, from November 18–20, 2025.
As a women’s and child rights advocate, she participated in Working Group 6, which focused on cultural diversity, recognition, and inclusion. The summit aimed to promote a just, inclusive, and equitable international order under the theme “Equality, Solidarity, and Sustainability.”
Queen Boresah engaged in consultations on cultural diversity, economic inclusion, and gender equality, contributing to discussions that culminated in a draft report for the G20.
She interacted with experts, dignitaries, and leaders, including South Africa’s Vice President, government ministers, indigenous leaders, and representatives from the United Nations and African Union. She was the only Ghanaian delegate in her working group.
She also gave interviews on building momentum toward the SDGs and Agenda 2063, emphasizing the importance of context-specific development plans.
Queen Boresah met with officials from the African Union, the G20 Interfaith Forum, and delegates from other countries to explore cooperation and partnership opportunities.
Expressing gratitude for the warm hospitality and excellent organisation, she said she looks forward to returning to South Africa soon.
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