Africa
Egypt Publishes Largest National Genome Sequencing Study to Advance Personalised Medicine
Research identifies millions of unique genetic variants and establishes first national genomic reference Egypt has…
Nigeria Approves 57 New Crop Varieties to Boost Food Security and Agricultural Productivity
Farmers’ association welcomes government initiative aimed at increasing yields and strengthening climate resilience Nigeria has…
Tunisian Government Unveils Strategy to Boost Phosphate Production and Exports
The government aims to boost production, exports and integration across the phosphate industry by 2030…
Egypt Advances Food Security Strategy Through Agricultural Expansion and Innovation
Government outlines integrated approach to boost production, sustainability, and rural development Egypt is intensifying efforts…
State-Owned Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal Seeks Space to Accommodate Surplus Elephants to Avoid Having to Kill Them
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is appealing for help to avoid an imminent culling process due to elephant overpopulation at the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, Tembe Elephant Park, Ithala Game Reserve, and Umkhuze Game Reserve. The Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, an entity of the provincial government, is appealing to local and international game reserve owners to provide space to translocate its surplus elephants and avoid an imminent painful culling process. The entity says it is battling elephant overpopulation at the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, Tembe…
Nigeria Advances Regional Gas Strategy With Infrastructure Push
Country outlines plans to expand gas supply and strengthen West Africa’s energy integration by 2030 Nigeria is advancing efforts to build a regional gas ecosystem in West Africa, targeting daily supply of 12 billion cubic feet by 2030, according to the government initiative “Decade of Gas Secretariat”. The strategy forms part of the national “Gas for Nigeria’s Prosperity” agenda, aimed at leveraging natural resources to support long-term economic development, as reported by News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of…
Egypt Plans to Export Marble and Granite Worth US$1 Billion Annually
Authorities discussed expanding geological exploration activities and modernising the regulatory framework Egypt expects to generate up to US$1 billion annually from marble and granite exports, reports by Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS, citing a statement by Egypt’s Minister of Industry, Khaled Hashem. He noted that the country intends to significantly increase the number of operating quarries by the end of 2026. This will require closer cooperation between government bodies and both domestic and international investors to expand…
Ethiopia Attracts US$13.1 Billion at International Investment Forum
Authorities described the forum’s results as a historic breakthrough in attracting foreign capital and strengthening the country’s growth trajectory Ethiopia has concluded investment agreements worth US$13.1 billion at the international forum “Invest in Ethiopia 2026”, as reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS, citing data from the Office of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed. The agreements were signed with partners from several countries, including China, India, and Kenya. The deals cover key sectors of the economy, such…
South Africa to Host High-Level Meeting of Women Judicial Leaders in Johannesburg
South Africa is set to host some of the continent’s most influential women in the legal profession later this month, as the Judiciary prepares to convene the Second High-Level Meeting of Women Judicial Leaders of Africa in Johannesburg. The three-day gathering, led by Chief Justice Mandisa Maya, will take place from 21 to 23 April 2026 in partnership with the Conference of Constitutional Jurisdictions of Africa (CCJA). The meeting is expected to bring together senior female judges and judicial leaders…
Egypt’s Medical Tourism Revenue Surges 76.7% in 2025
Growing international demand strengthens country’s position as a global healthcare destination Egypt is witnessing rapid growth in its medical tourism sector, with revenues increasing by 76.7 per cent in 2025 as the country expands its role in the global healthcare market, reports Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the Egypt Healthcare Authority, the sector generated approximately US$8 million in revenue last year, providing medical services to around 35,000 international patients from 124 countries. The figures highlight…
Ethiopia Grants Foreign Investors 10-Year Residence Permits
The Golden Visa will allow them to live and do business in the country without unnecessary bureaucracy Ethiopia’s Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) will grant foreign investors who make a significant contribution to the national economy a 10-year residence permit, as reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. Deputy Director General of the ICS Gosa Demissie explained that the Golden Visa is an electronic document that provides its holders with greater freedom of stay in the country and speeds…
Kruger-Mozambique Crossing Back in Operation
The Giriyondo Border Post in the northern region of the Kruger National Park is set to reopen on Tuesday, 31 March 2026, following a temporary closure caused by flood damage earlier this year. The reopening has been confirmed by the Border Management Authority (BMA), restoring a key access point for travellers and tourists using the transfrontier route between South Africa and Mozambique. The border post was forced to shut down in January 2026 after heavy rains led to flooding that…
Egypt Targets 5.4% Economic Growth in 2026–2027 Fiscal Year
The country’s budget policy also provides for rationalisation of public spending and fulfilment of social obligations The Egyptian authorities have outlined the state’s fiscal policy priorities for the 2026–2027 period. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi held a meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk, as reported by Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS. Among the key budget targets for this period are ensuring economic growth of 5.4 per cent and achieving a primary surplus…
Egypt Prioritises International Expansion of Universities to Boost Global Education Presence
Government strategy focuses on overseas campuses, academic partnerships and knowledge economy growth Egypt is stepping up efforts to expand the global footprint of its higher education sector, placing the internationalisation of universities and the establishment of overseas branches at the centre of its national strategy, reports Sada El-Balad, a partner of TV BRICS. Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Abdelaziz Konsowa, said the initiative aims to strengthen Egypt’s regional and international standing in higher education while supporting the transition…













