Initiatives in the energy, agriculture, trade and infrastructure sectors were presented at the Russia–Africa Summit African leaders have proposed that Russia expand investment in industry, set up joint production ventures, develop energy and transport projects, and cooperate in the field of artificial intelligence. They made this statement at the plenary session of the third Russia–Africa Summit, which is taking place at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow, chaired by Russian President Vladimir Putin and the President of Burundi and Chairperson of the…

The leader of the republic made the statement in an exclusive interview with TV BRICS Mozambique is capable of ensuring food security not only for the countries of the Southern African Development Community and the African continent but also for the entire world. “We are seeking to develop mechanised agriculture. We have significant potential for this, primarily in Gaza Province in the south of the country, Manica Province, as well as throughout the Zambezi River Valley in the central part…

Unmanned aircraft will help deliver medicines faster to remote areas In Zimbabwe, a drone has delivered medicines for the first time from the country’s capital, Harare, to the city of Marondera, located 75 kilometres away. On its return journey, the drone transported blood samples for laboratory tests. This was reported by ZBC News, a TV BRICS partner. Satellite internet was used to operate the drone. The country’s authorities are working to expand internet access so that such technologies can be used…

The initiative aims to help Nigerian exporters identify international markets, access reliable trade data and support the country’s ambition to build a US$1 trillion economy by 2030 Nigeria has launched its 2026 Trade Intelligence Tools to strengthen exports, attract investment and improve the competitiveness of domestic businesses. The initiative was inaugurated in Abuja by Jumoke Oluwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, who said the tools would provide exporters with information on potential markets, tariffs and international trade requirements, reports News Agency…

Flights to Nacala will operate three times a week and create additional opportunities for trade, tourism and investment Ethiopia has expanded air links with Mozambique by launching a new route from Addis Ababa to the city of Nacala. This was reported by Prensa Latina, a TV BRICS partner. Nacala has become the third city in Mozambique to be connected to Ethiopia by direct air services, after Maputo and Beira. Flights will operate three times a week. Mozambique’s Ambassador to Addis Ababa Nuno…

TV BRICS will provide information support to the development of Russian-African business ties aimed at strengthening international relations and enhancing the public image of the BRICS countries and the Global South The TV BRICS International Media Network will provide information support for the development of Russia–Africa business ties aimed at strengthening international relations and enhancing the national image of BRICS and Global South countries. At the Economic and Humanitarian Forum held as part of the Third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow,…

Initiatives include the development of independent payment systems, the creation of a logistics hub in Egypt, and cooperation between Russia and South Africa on the development of railway technologies The BRICS countries are developing an independent payment infrastructure, creating tools to attract investment and expanding industrial cooperation. This was stated by Russian Minister of Economic Development Maksim Reshetnikov at the session “The BRICS Platform as a Catalyst for Russian-African Business Cooperation” at the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum in Moscow. According to…

The technology guides stem cells towards bone formation using physical stimuli rather than chemical agents Researchers at Amirkabir University of Technology in Iran have developed a smart scaffold that accelerates the differentiation of stem cells into bone-forming cells. The technology combines a surface pattern inspired by natural bone tissue with piezoelectric properties, which enable materials to generate an electrical response under mechanical stress. The findings could contribute to advances in bone tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, reports Nour News, a partner…

The facility at Konza City will support nuclear research, specialist training and the local production of medical radioisotopes Kenya plans to begin construction of a nuclear research facility at Konza City next year as part of its efforts to develop nuclear technology for peaceful purposes. The project is expected to strengthen the country’s research capabilities and prepare specialists for future nuclear programmes, reports Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC). Speaking at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review Mission for a…

In addition to the business programme, cultural and sporting events await forum participants The II Russian–Thai Investment Forum will take place in Bangkok from 29 to 31 October 2026. The main theme of the event is “Russia–Thailand: A New Era of Economic Partnership”. The first day of the business programme will be devoted to “Drivers of Key Sectors”: metallurgy, agriculture and food security, sustainable energy, transport and logistics, certification and standardisation. The theme for the second day is “Drivers of the New…