Johannesburg: Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has called on law enforcement to ensure that the G20 Leaders' Summit is held safely and without incident. The Minister was speaking to law enforcement officials at the G20 National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) state of readiness Law Enforcement Parade held at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.
According to South African Government News Agency, the Minister emphasized the importance of showcasing South Africa's capability and commitment as the nation hosts the G20 summit. She stressed that the responsibility of ensuring a successful and incident-free event lies with the law enforcement agencies as heads of state arrive for the weekend event.
The Minister reflected on the over 120 meetings held across the country during South Africa's Presidency of the G20, noting that all events proceeded without incident due to the hard work and dedication of the law enforcement agencies. This track record has instilled confidence among international delegates in South Africa's ability to host such significant events.
With the G20 Summit being the first on the African continent, the Minister urged South Africans to cooperate with law enforcement and tolerate any temporary inconveniences, highlighting the event's importance to the national economy and global standing.
She also encouraged law enforcement agencies to continue their exemplary work, adhering strictly to the laws and Constitution of the country. Minister Kubayi expressed confidence in the success of the upcoming events, attributing it to the professionalism and commitment of the law enforcement teams.
In a recent media briefing, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, noted that 130 out of 133 official G20 meetings have already been conducted, with the Sherpa Meeting, Social Summit, and Leaders' Summit set to conclude South Africa's transformative journey with its global partners.