EyesOn | Why Is BRICS Called “Golden Bricks” in China?

Why BRICS is called “golden bricks” in Chinese, even though there is no “gold” in the English name? It symbolises growth, potential and shared prosperity. Today, these golden bricks are keep building a brighter future for emerging economies and the wider Global South.

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African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

A costly goalkeeping error denied Kaizer Chiefs victory against Polokwane City on Saturday, while Mamelodi Sundowns were forced to settle for a draw after surrendering a late lead against Chippa United.

Chiefs appeared on course for back-to-back victories at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Limpopo after Lebohang Maboe gave them the lead in the 29th minute.

But their advantage disappeared in the second half when Polokwane City were gifted an equaliser through a costly error involvingREAD MORE

NEW DELHI, Sept. 13 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted here on Saturday a candid and in-depth exchange of views, and reached an important consensus that China and India should be partners.

The two leaders met on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Xi said China has always viewed and developed its relations with India from a strategic height and with a long-term perspective.

XiREAD MORE

The Springboks have underlined their status as the dominant force in world rugby, defeating New Zealand 43-28 in Baltimore, United States, to clinch the inaugural four-Test Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series 3-1.

South Africa produced a powerful display at M&T Bank Stadium, scoring six tries to four in front of more than 68,000 spectators as the All Blacks struggled to contain the world champions in the decisive stages.

The victory completed a remarkable turnaround for the Springboks, whoREAD MORE

NEW DELHI, Sept. 13 (Xinhua) — Leaders of BRICS countries at the 18th BRICS Summit adopted a joint declaration in New Delhi, the capital of India, on Saturday, reiterating their commitment to inclusive global governance and strengthening multilateralism, calling for international and regional peace and security, and underscoring sustainable and inclusive global economic growth as well as strengthening cultural and people-to-people cooperation.

The New Delhi Declaration reiterated the leaders’ commitment to reforming and improving global governance by promotingREAD MORE

Dr Danny Jordaan has secured his fourth term as president of the South African Football Association (SAFA), defeating businessman and AmaZulu chairman Sandile Zungu in a decisive vote preceded by a dramatic dispute over the exclusion of a KwaZulu-Natal region from the elective congress.

Jordaan won 157 votes to Zungu’s 82, giving the incumbent a commanding 75-vote majority and a fresh mandate to lead South African football.

But the election was conducted against the backdrop of deepeningREAD MORE

* The BRICS cooperation mechanism has continued to grow and expand, and has demonstrated remarkable vitality and dynamism.

* As to the future development of BRICS, Xi called on the grouping to pioneer in advancing innovation-driven development.

NEW DELHI, Sept. 13 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday urged BRICS countries to firmly stand on the right side of history and strive to be a pioneer of our times.

When addressing the 18th BRICS SummitREAD MORE

Two-day programme in Pretoria focused on youth agency, knowledge democracy and greater participation in shaping the Global South’s future

The 5th BRICS Summer School South Africa 2026, organised by South African BRICS Youth Association (SABYA) and the University of South Africa (UNISA), concluded in Pretoria, bringing together representatives of academia, government, business and youth to discuss the future of BRICS and opportunities for greater participation across the Global South.

The Summer School focused on youth agency, knowledgeREAD MORE

Indian Prime Minister addresses closed session of BRICS Summit in New Delhi

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi addressed a closed session of the BRICS Summit for the group’s member countries, dedicated to inclusive global governance and strengthening multilateralism.

In his speech, Modi proposed creating a BRICS Continuity and Implementation Mechanism, which, through the “troika” format – the previous Chair, the current Chair and the incoming Chair – would ensure continuous work on all initiatives and meeting outcomes. HeREAD MORE

The document sets out priorities for sustainable growth, innovation, economic collaboration, healthcare, energy and deeper engagement with the Global South

BRICS leaders have unanimously adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026 at the 18th BRICS Summit in the Indian capital, outlining the group’s key priorities in sustainable growth, innovation, finance, healthcare, energy and people-to-people exchanges. The full text of the declaration is available on the official website of India’s BRICS Chairship.

The document places particular emphasisREAD MORE