Official figures, calculated at constant 2019 prices, show that total revenues in South Africa’s food services industry rose by 8.4 per cent year on year in October 2025. The strongest contribution came from restaurants and cafes, where turnover increased by 10.1 per cent, accounting for 4.7 percentage points of the overall growth. This is reported… Continue reading South Africa’s Food Services Sector Posts Solid Revenue Growth Driven by Restaurants and Takeaway Outlets
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Colourful National Teams Arrive in Morocco for AFCON
With just two days to go before the kick-off of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025, the host nation has begun to welcome the first wave of contenders, each arrival adding colour, culture and anticipation to Africa’s biggest football festival. Among the early teams to arrive for Africa’s flagship sports event are Comoros,… Continue reading Colourful National Teams Arrive in Morocco for AFCON
Ethiopia and India Elevate Bilateral Historical Ties to Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi announced a new status for bilateral relations following joint talks. The main decision was the transition from historical interaction to strategic partnership. This was reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. During the meetings, the parties signed a… Continue reading Ethiopia and India Elevate Bilateral Historical Ties to Strategic Partnership
BMA Intercepts Undocumented Travellers at Multiple Borders
The Border Management Authority (BMA) has reported major law enforcement successes as it intensifies operations at South Africa’s ports of entry and along vulnerable sections of the borderline during the busy festive period. BMA Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato said the authority has adopted a heightened operational posture to deal with increased cross-border movements. He confirmed… Continue reading BMA Intercepts Undocumented Travellers at Multiple Borders
Artificial Intelligence in BRICS: Opportunities or Challenges, Cooperation or Competition?
Let us make artificial intelligence (AI) not a luxury for the few, but a public good – this is what experts who are already working on the development of neural networks in the Global South say. Many of them are convinced that artificial intelligence can help strengthen a multipolar world and reduce inequality. On a… Continue reading Artificial Intelligence in BRICS: Opportunities or Challenges, Cooperation or Competition?
Mozambique’s State of the Nation Reflects Renewed Confidence and a Path Towards Economic Independence
Mozambique’s President, Daniel Chapo, has declared that the state of the nation is one of renewed confidence, driven by recent efforts to stabilise the economy, guarantee public sector salaries and restore investor trust, as the country sets its sights on sustainable and inclusive development. Chapo was speaking on Thursday, 18 December, during his Annual State… Continue reading Mozambique’s State of the Nation Reflects Renewed Confidence and a Path Towards Economic Independence
Madlanga Commission Marks Milestone With Interim Report
The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System has delivered its interim report to President Cyril Ramaphosa, marking a significant milestone in an inquiry that has captured national attention. The report, comes months after Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi appeared as the first witness before the Commission on 17… Continue reading Madlanga Commission Marks Milestone With Interim Report
FIFA Council Approves 50% Increase in World Cup Prize Money
World football governing body FIFA has confirmed the prize money for next year’s World Cup, with each participant guaranteed $10.5 million (R175 million). South Africa, Cape Verde, Algeria, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana and Ivory Coast will represent the African continent at the global showpiece in North America. DR Congo will also have an opportunity… Continue reading FIFA Council Approves 50% Increase in World Cup Prize Money
President Ramaphosa Receives Interim Report in Criminal Justice Probe
President Cyril Ramaphosa has received the interim report of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into criminality, political interference, and corruption in South Africa’s criminal justice system, a probe that has revealed disturbing allegations against senior law enforcement officials. The Commission, chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, was established in July 2025 following a… Continue reading President Ramaphosa Receives Interim Report in Criminal Justice Probe
Solenta/Fastjet Cleared for Domestic Flights
Mozambique’s Civil Aviation Institute (IACM) has granted a licence to operate domestic air transport to the private airline Solenta/Fastjet, marking a new step in the liberalisation of the country’s aviation sector. Speaking at the licence handover in Maputo, IACM board chairman Emanuel Chaves said the airline had successfully completed all stages of the certification process… Continue reading Solenta/Fastjet Cleared for Domestic Flights