The C20 Inception Meeting at SANAC Offices was a pivotal event that marked the beginning of South Africa's leadership in the Civil 20 South Africa (C20) process. # Key Highlights - _Leadership Update_: C20 Chairperson Thulani Tshefuta and C20 Sherpa Mabalane Mfundisi provided a status update and leadership report, outlining the vision and objectives for C20 South Africa's presidency. - _Strategic Linkages_: The meeting explored strategic linkages with Youth 20 and other engagement platforms to ensure a cohesive and inclusive approach to addressing global challenges. - _Concept Note and Working Groups_: Nombasa Guluwe (C20 Equitable Health for All Working Group Chairperson) presented the Concept Note and Working Groups, outlining the thematic focus areas for the C20 South Africa process. - _Working Groups Leadership_: C20 South Africa Sherpa Mabalane Mfundisi provided updates on the Working Groups. - _Implementation Plan_: C20 South Africa Sherpa Mabalane Mfundisi outlined the Implementation Plan, highlighting key milestones and timelines for the C20 process. - _Equitable Health for All_: Global Fund Secretariat discussed progress on and support for the Global Fund 8th Replenishment. - _TB as a Public Health Crisis_: Sheila Mbele emphasised plans to address TB as a public health crisis, particularly in the lead-up to South Africa's World TB Day 2025 commemorative event on March 24, 2025. A special thank you to our online participants who joined us from across the globe, enriching our discussions with their valuable insights and perspectives. The C20 South Africa Inception Meeting marked a significant step forward in South Africa's C20 presidency, setting the stage for a robust and inclusive engagement process that prioritises the voices and concerns of civil society. https://youtu.be/szW1oAcFVnQ?si=_26A32g6DVTxubWq Please do not forget to subscribe to the Channel #c20southafrica #leavenoonebehind