Russia Strengthens Position as Brazil’s Leading Diesel Supplier

Brazil expands energy cooperation and introduces measures to support fuel market stability

Brazil has significantly increased diesel imports from Russia in recent months, with new trade data showing Russia has become the country’s main external supplier of the fuel. According to Brasil 247, a partner of TV BRICS, the growth reflects the strengthening of energy trade relations and Brazil’s efforts to ensure stable supplies for the domestic market.

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Increased electricity allocation strengthens irrigation capacity and advances national food security goals

Zimbabwe has increased electricity allocation for winter wheat production to 155 megawatts this season, marking an 8 per cent rise compared to the previous year. The move forms part of a broader strategy to achieve a record harvest of 662,000 tonnes and reinforce long-term food self-sufficiency, reports The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS.

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The African Transformation Movement (ATM) has welcomed the establishment of Parliament’s impeachment committee under Section 89 of the Constitution, while warning that the process must remain credible, impartial and free from political manipulation.

The party issued the warning on Thursday following the announcement by National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza that a 31-member impeachment committee would be established after last week’s landmark Constitutional Court judgment on the rules governing the removal of a sitting president.

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Conservation leaders, tourism executives, scientists and historians gathered on the sidelines of the Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban on Wednesday for a wide-ranging discussion on the future of conservation, sustainable tourism and community inclusion as SANParks marked 100 years since the proclamation of Kruger National Park.

The “Conversation About Conservation” dialogue formed part of SANParks’ programme on the sidelines of Africa’s Travel Indaba and reflected on the legacy and future of one of Africa’s most iconic conservation areas underREAD MORE

Expansion of renewable energy and grid infrastructure strengthens the country’s ambition to become a regional energy hub

Ethiopia has expanded its electricity sector over the past seven years, increasing installed generation capacity from 4,462 megawatts to 9,752 megawatts. National electricity access has also risen from 44 per cent to approximately 54 per cent, as reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS.

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A top Johannesburg prosecutor is being investigated for corruption after allegedly demanding a R400 000 bribe to drop a fraud case against a Limpopo businessman.

Adv Tilas Richard Chabalala, attached to the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) within the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA), allegedly demanded that Howard Mashaba pay R250 000 into his mortgage bond account and another R150 000 into his credit card before he could officially withdraw the case in court.

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BRICS collaboration expands as researchers prepare joint telescope technology projects and upcoming astronomy meetings

India and South Africa are strengthening bilateral scientific cooperation with a renewed focus on astronomy and space research, reports IANS, a partner of TV BRICS.

India’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Prabhat Kumar, described the initiative as a symbol of New Delhi’s commitment to scientific research, innovation, and international academic cooperation. He emphasised that scientific collaboration remainsREAD MORE

Discovery of ultra-high-energy gamma rays advances research into the origins of cosmic rays

Chinese researchers have discovered a new extreme cosmic particle accelerator within the Milky Way, marking a significant breakthrough in the study of high-energy cosmic rays and the most powerful physical processes in the universe, reports China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS.

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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has formally called for the impeachment of Public Protector Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka, accusing her office of incompetence and misconduct in its handling of the explosive Phala Phala scandal involving President Cyril Ramaphosa.

In a letter submitted to National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza, the MK Party requested that Parliament initiate proceedings in terms of Section 194 of the Constitution, which governs the removal of heads of Chapter 9 institutions.

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Former Orlando Pirates central defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s salary at his new club, Chicago Fire, has been revealed.

The Major Soccer League (MLS) Players Association has released its latest salary guide, including annual salaries for the four South Africans in the United States of America League.

Mbokazi, who joined Chicago Fire three months ago from the Buccaneers, earns $655,620 (R10.8 Million) annually. This is guaranteed income, excluding bonuses.

The 20-year-old is on a four-year deal with Chicago Fire. It is believedREAD MORE