69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference

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[69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference @CPC2026_ZA]

🇿🇦South Africa is ready to welcome the Commonwealth to our shores!

From 13–19 September 2026, Cape Town will host the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference.

The stage is set. The world is coming. South Africa is ready! 🇿🇦🌍
#CPC2026 https://t.co/OFPtyCe5E9

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#CPC2026

[Parliament of RSA @ParliamentofRSA]

We are 38 days away from hosting the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Cape Town, South Africa from 13 to 18 September 2026. #CPC2026 #Parliament 🇿🇦

[Parliament of RSA @ParliamentofRSA]

The Speaker of @KznLegislature encouraged delegates to build on the @P20_SouthAfrica Declaration, emphasising the need for gender-responsive and youth-inclusive approaches to climate policy.
#58SADCPF #ParliamentaryDiplomacy #7thParliament #P20toSADCPF

[Nusrat Ghani MP @Nus_Ghani]

It was a pleasure to join @CommonsSpeaker at the recent @P20_SouthAfrica Conference in Cape Town last month.📣

🗣️I joined fellow women Parliamentarians from across the world as we discussed issues from violence against women and girls, to sustainable development goals.

Thank you to @ThokoDidiza and South Africa for your warm welcome and hospitality.🇬🇧🤝🏽🇿🇦

#P20SouthAfrica / @ParliamentofRSA

[Mezahir Efendiyev @MezahirEfendi]

Speakers of #Parliaments from across the #G20 and Delegates from the #P20 #YoungMPs Summit convened to address four key themes and pledge real action during the @P20_SouthAfrica Summit.
#P20SouthAfrica #G20SouthAfrica @ParliamentofRSA
#Azerbaijan
@IPUparliament
@Milli_Majlis

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📍🌍 At #P20, Ms Thoko Didiza @ParliamentofRSA said the summit was a key platform for global parliamentary dialogue. She called for the #P20 to become a catalyst for action, to deep engagement, strengthen accountability, and uphold democracy, equity & sustainability. #P20Summit

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🌍 Reflections from #P20SouthAfrica

“Inclusion should be intentional and specific, not just about positions, but also about shaping policy. Leave no one behind.”
@Nonto, Speaker of @KznLegislature

A strong reminder that true representation starts with real influence. 💬

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🌍 Reflections from the #P20
Ms. Dina Pule, Chairperson of the PC on Agriculture, highlighted that the P20 Women’s Parliamentarians Meeting reached a consensus on the full implementation of its resolution with particular focus on the securing funding for women in agriculture.

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📍 Reflections from the #P20
Ms. Sanny Ndhlovu, Chairperson of the Select Committee on Finance, emphasised the critical importance of implementing #P20 resolutions. She underscored the need to translate these resolutions into legislation to ensure meaningful and lasting impact.

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🌍 From the #P20
Ms. Jane Mananiso, Chairperson of the Select Committee on Security and Justice @ParliamentofRSA, said the Summit made a clarion call for climate change plans to include vulnerable groups in all efforts and policies. ✊🏾🌱

#P20SouthAfrica #ClimateJustice

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📍 Reflections from the #P20

Mr. Supra Mahumapelo, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations @ParliamentofRSA, said participation at the #P20 was robust and encouraging.

He highlighted the crucial role of Parliamentary oversight on all agreements. 🤝

[Mandlovu @Andi_Kumbaca]

At the official opening of the 11th G20 Speakers’ Summit, I had the honour of delivering the Joint Declaration of the P20 Young Parliamentarians Meeting @P20_SouthAfrica

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📍 Reflections on the #P20
Ms Lindelwa Dunjwa, Chairperson of the Multi-Party Women’s Caucus (@ParliamentofRSA), said the Summit sent a clear message: the time for women to lead is now. 👩🏽‍⚖️🌍
#P20SouthAfrica #WomenInLeadership #GenderEquality

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📍Reflections on the #P20
Ms Mapule Dhlamini from @ParliamentofRSA stressed that one key takeaway from the summit was the urgent need for less talk, more action in tackling today’s global challenges. 🌍⚖️
#P20SouthAfrica #LeadershipInAction

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📍 Reflections on the #P20
Chairperson Mr Bones Modise called for African unity against mineral resource exploitation. Africa must harness its wealth for the benefit of its people. 💎🌍
#P20SouthAfrica #AfricaUnite #MineralJustice

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📸 Day 2 Highlights
Delegates discussed the role of Parliaments in ensuring long-term debt sustainability in low- & middle-income countries protecting public services & social investments.

Talks also covered international debt relief & restructuring mechanisms.

#P20SouthAfrica

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Ms Mtshweni-Tsipane noted that while debt can drive development and socio-economic progress, high repayment costs continue to hinder the achievement of the SDGs for low income countries
#P20SouthAfrica | #DebtSustainability

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The Chairperson of the NCOP, Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, stressed the vital role of legislatures in ensuring debt sustainability for low-income countries
#DebtManagement | #P20SouthAfrica

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Transparency is vital,” said Dr Patience Mbava. “Govt guarantees, collateralised loans, SOE liabilities & borrowing terms must be disclosed to legislatures & audited to restore trust.”
@Fiscal_Comm_RSA
#P20SouthAfrica | #DebtSustainability

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Debt sustainability is a growing crisis for low- & middle-income countries, says @Fiscal_Comm_RSA Chair Dr Patience Mbava driven by high debt, weak revenue, and overly optimistic growth forecasts
#P20SouthAfrica| #ParliamentaryDiplomacy