The initiative sets out a scalable model combining modern farming and renewable energy for regional development Ethiopia and China have signed a strategic memorandum to establish a China–East Africa Modern Agriculture and Cultural Tourism Industry Innovation Centre, marking a new stage in bilateral cooperation, according to China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. The proposed centre will focus on integrated development by combining renewable energy, modern agriculture, equipment manufacturing and cultural tourism. The initiative is designed to create a unified…

Authorities also report economic and political progress over the past nine months The Office of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia has presented a 100-day review alongside a report on the government’s performance over the past nine months. It highlights “tangible progress” in building a more competitive, inclusive and resilient economy, driven by structural reforms, sectoral transformation and enhanced global engagement. This was reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. On the international stage, a more active, citizen-focused diplomacy has…

The solution will help emergency services and local residents prepare in advance for hazardous natural events Researchers at Saint Petersburg State University (SPbU), a TV BRICS partner, have developed a programme to calculate the characteristics of outburst floods. It enables the prediction of failures in earthen dams of reservoirs and lakes, as well as the outburst of mountain glacial lakes formed by moraine deposits (rock debris, clay and pebbles created by glacier movement). The scientists’ development is designed to provide…

Government targets 55% readership rate as part of long-term strategy to expand access to books and strengthen cultural inclusion Brazil has unveiled a new phase of its National Book and Reading Plan, setting out a strategy to expand access to literature and increase the proportion of readers across the country to 55 per cent by 2036, reports Brasil 247, a partner of TV BRICS. The updated programme, led by the Ministry of Culture of Brazil and the Ministry of Education…

Government forecasts robust harvests and expanded reserves to support national supply stability Zimbabwe is set to reinforce its food security position, with projections indicating a significant surplus in the Strategic Grain Reserve following a productive agricultural season, as reported by The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services Zhemu Soda stated that total cereal production is expected to reach 2,739,712 metric tonnes, rising to 2,876,614 metric tonnes when reserves are included. The report highlights…

Malaysian broadcasting company Astro AWANI will use a media network to promote the positions of the Global South and foster technological cooperation Countries of Southeast Asia and BRICS are strengthening their integration cooperation through the TV BRICS International Media Network. In April 2026, Malaysia’s leading broadcasting outlet, Astro AWANI, joined collaboration with the media network. The cooperation document in the field of media communications was signed by TV BRICS CEO Janna Tolstikova and Astro AWANI Acting Editor-in-Chief Zaiful Ariffin. The…

Portable innovation aims to expand early diagnosis beyond major urban centres Researchers at the University of Pretoria have developed and tested a low-cost, smartphone-compatible medical device designed to significantly improve access to voice disorder screening across South Africa, reports IOL. The portable system enables healthcare practitioners to capture high-resolution images and video of vocal cords using mobile technology, offering a more accessible alternative to conventional diagnostic procedures such as laryngoscopy, which typically require specialised equipment and trained personnel. The innovation…

In an exclusive interview with TV BRICS, the diplomat discusses how  Indonesia’s accession to BRICS influenced the country’s economic and trade relations Fitria Wibowo Tavares, a diplomat in service since 2003. She holds a master’s degree in law from Victoria University of Wellington. Her work focuses primarily on international trade. Her interests include literature, foreign cultures, music, fashion, and art. She is also a collector and curator of Indonesian textile exhibitions. In particular, she has organised Indonesian batik exhibitions in…

Media managers from China, Brazil, India, Egypt, Iran, Indonesia, South Africa, and other countries will share their views on the formation of a unified global agenda in a multipolar world In May 2026, heads of leading media outlets from three continents will gather for the first time at a “Global Media Briefing”. This is a special project by TV BRICS marking the 20th anniversary of the BRICS group. Media managers from different countries will share their views on building a…

Local-language systems and inclusive policies bring artificial intelligence directly to villages India is accelerating the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) in rural communities by integrating it with digital public infrastructure (DPI), enabling direct access to advanced technologies for farmers, women and local institutions, reports IANS, a partner of TV BRICS, with reference to One World Outlook. India’s model shifts AI from being an urban-centric tool to a practical solution embedded in everyday rural life. By integrating AI into familiar platforms…