Africa
Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Account for 60% of Zimbabwe’s GDP
The government is banking on entrepreneurship to achieve the goals of Vision 2030 The small…
Egyptian Mission Uncovers Old Kingdom Artefacts at Qubbet El-Hawa
Significant discoveries in Aswan reveal new insights into Egypt’s ancient craftsmanship and material culture An…
Ethiopian Customs Commission Fully Switches to Digital Operations
Digitalisation forms part of ongoing reforms in the country Operations and functions of the Ethiopian…
Ethiopia Accelerates Digital Transformation With New Artificial Intelligence Platform
The aim of the project is to stimulate the development of the digital economy and…
Mozambique’s Attorney-General Demands “Concrete Results” From SERNIC in Fight Against Kidnappings, Drug Trafficking and Corruption
Mozambique’s Attorney-General, Américo Letela, has called for the National Criminal Investigation Service (SERNIC) to deliver measurable and concrete results in combating the country’s most serious crimes, warning that society will no longer accept “sporadic operations” or “minor investigative indications” as proof of progress. Speaking on Monday at the opening of the VIII Coordinating Council of SERNIC, Letela stressed that the institution must adopt a firmer, more coordinated and more impartial approach to tackling kidnappings, drug trafficking, corruption and organised crime.…
Rwandan Speaker Hails African Solidarity in Address to Mozambican Parliament
The Speaker of the Rwandan Chamber of Deputies, Gertrude Kazarwa, has praised the growing partnership between Rwanda and Mozambique, describing it as a model of African solidarity built on concrete action rather than rhetoric. Kazarwa delivered the remarks on Monday during a special session of the Plenary Assembly of Mozambique, as part of her official visit to the country. In her address, Kazarwa highlighted the joint efforts of the two nations in combating terrorism in northern Mozambique, particularly in Cabo…
Ethiopia Expands Network of Satellite Data Collection Stations
The Ethiopian Space Science and Geospatial Institute (SSGI) has launched a new network of satellite data collection stations in the capital and several regions of the country. This was reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a TV BRICS partner. The stations are equipped with advanced equipment and will provide highly accurate real-time terrain data. This information is intended for specialists: surveyors, cartographers, and researchers, as well as analysts assessing natural disaster risks. The data are important for the design of…
Mozambique Inaugurates Landmark Gas Processing Facility as President Chapo Declares “We Are Turning Gas into Development”
Inhassoro, Mozambique — President Daniel Chapo on Wednesday inaugurated the country’s first Integrated Gas Processing Facility (IPF), calling it a defining milestone in Mozambique’s march towards economic sovereignty and industrial transformation. The ceremony, held in Inhassoro, Inhambane Province, was attended by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, whose presence Chapo described as “a reaffirmation of a shared history of struggle, solidarity and common destiny.” The IPF is part of a major cross-border energy project developed under a Production Sharing Contract between…
Mozambique Aims for Economic Stabilisation and Recovery in 2026, Says Prime Minister Benvinda Levi
Mozambique’s Prime Minister, Benvinda Levi, has outlined an ambitious yet cautiously optimistic economic plan for 2026, as the Government seeks to steer the country back toward growth following a prolonged period of internal and external shocks. Presenting the proposed Economic, Social and State Budget Plan (PESOE) for 2026, at the Mozambican Parliament, Levi emphasised that the priorities are centred on macroeconomic stability, structural investment, economic diversification and private-sector engagement. The PESOE 2026 is the second short-term planning and budgeting instrument…
Ramaphosa and Chapo Pledge Deeper Cooperation
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique have concluded the 4th Session of the Mozambique-South Africa Bi-National Commission in Maputo, reaffirming their countries’ commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation. The session brought together ministers, senior officials, and technical experts to assess progress since the 3rd Commission meeting in Pretoria in 2022 and to sign new Memoranda of Understanding. Ramaphosa said the meeting demonstrated the shared responsibility of both countries to ensure that current and future generations benefit…
TAZARA Reborn: How a Historic Africa–China Railway Is Powering a New Era of Regional Integration
When the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) was first completed in 1975, it stood as a bold symbol of South–South cooperation, a physical and political bridge linking landlocked Zambia to the world through the Port of Dar es Salaam. Built with Chinese support at a time when many African countries faced isolation and geopolitical pressure, TAZARA became more than a railway. It became a story of solidarity, resilience, and shared purpose. A History Rooted in Liberation TAZARA was born out of…
Zambia, Tanzania and China Relaunch TAZARA in Landmark Visit by Chinese Premier
Lusaka – Chinese Premier Li Qiang has concluded a landmark visit to Zambia, highlighted by the official launch of the revitalisation of the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) line, a signature infrastructure project symbolising decades of friendship among Zambia, Tanzania, and China. Premier Li joined President Hakainde Hichilema and Tanzania’s Vice President Dr Emmanuel John Nchimbi in Lusaka, where the trio unveiled a commemorative plaque to mark the start of rehabilitation works on the 1,860-kilometre railway. President Hichilema described the project…
Egypt Establishes World’s Largest Date Plantation With 2.3 Million Trees
Egypt has begun establishing the world’s largest date plantation. A total of 2.3 million palm trees will be planted in the Toshka and Al-Owainat regions. The launch of the project was announced by the Republic’s Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel Al-Wazir, according to Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS. The project is being implemented on the instructions of the President of Egypt. As Kamel Al-Wazir emphasised, the development of the…
Egypt Unveils Major Gas Discovery at Zohr Field
Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Karim Badawi, has announced the completion of drilling at the new Zohr-9 gas well in the Zohr field of the Mediterranean Sea. Initial results indicate the presence of a gas-bearing layer with an estimated production capacity of around 70 million cubic feet per day, reports Sada el-Balad, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the minister the discovery extends the success of the Zohr field and highlights its promising potential for future development,…













