Africa Drives G20 Dialogue on Transforming Agriculture Through Processing and Industrialisation

Yakubu Gowon University head says deeper cooperation can drive processing, industrialisation and stronger economic growth. Photo: pugun-photo / iStock

In an exclusive commentary for NAN, a partner of TV BRICS, Mathew Adamu, Acting Vice-Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, highlighted the central role of agriculture in Africa’s development agenda ahead of the G20 summit in Johannesburg. With more than 60 per cent of Africans employed in the sector, he noted that the continent still largely… Continue reading Africa Drives G20 Dialogue on Transforming Agriculture Through Processing and Industrialisation

Ramaphosa Backs Scaling Up Renewables Across Africa

CLEAN ENERGY: President Cyril Ramaphosa called for sustained global support to expand clean energy access across the continent, stating that African countries held some of the richest renewable energy resources in the world. Photo: GCIS

President Cyril Ramaphosa used the Global Citizen Scaling Up Renewables in Africa gathering in Johannesburg on Friday to call for sustained global support to expand clean energy access across the continent. The event took place on the eve of the G20 Leaders Summit and marked the close of a year-long effort focused on accelerating renewable… Continue reading Ramaphosa Backs Scaling Up Renewables Across Africa

G20 Summit to Highlight AI’s Role in Advancing Sustainable Development

Leading economist says South Africa’s agenda builds on Delhi’s success and showcases India’s digital leadership. Photo: Parradee Kietsirikul / iStock

In an exclusive commentary for ANI, a partner of TV BRICS, Dipankar Sengupta, Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at the University of Jammu, emphasised that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals ultimately depends on the actions and commitments of national governments. He noted that sustained economic growth and strong political will remain essential… Continue reading G20 Summit to Highlight AI’s Role in Advancing Sustainable Development

SAMWU Backs Government Ahead of G20 and Vows to Intensify Fight for Workers

The South African Municipal Workers Union in Gauteng has expressed support for the government as it prepares to host the G20 Summit. Photo: SAMWU

The South African Municipal Workers Union in Gauteng has expressed support for the government as it prepares to host the G20 Summit, while committing to intensifying its campaign to defend workers across municipalities in the province. The union said on Friday said recent developments in Johannesburg and Tshwane show progress after long periods of disputes… Continue reading SAMWU Backs Government Ahead of G20 and Vows to Intensify Fight for Workers

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Specialist: G20 Summit Lays Groundwork for BRICS Advances in Innovation, Energy and Food Security

Brazilian expert highlights that debates at the summit will boost initiatives in energy transition, food security and digital inclusion. Photo: Thanakorn Piadaeng / iStock

The G20 Summit will serve as a strategic platform where the world’s largest economies can align policies capable of advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This assessment was provided by Alcides Eduardo dos Reis Peron, Professor at the Faculty of Applied Sciences of the University of Campinas, in an exclusive comment to TV BRICS.… Continue reading Specialist: G20 Summit Lays Groundwork for BRICS Advances in Innovation, Energy and Food Security

Action Society Sounds Alarm on Child Crime Surge

Action Society warned that South Africa is failing to protect its most vulnerable citizens despite repeated national awareness campaigns. Photo: Action Society

Action Society has released a new research report detailing the scale and impact of violence against children in South Africa, warning that the country is failing to protect its most vulnerable citizens despite repeated national awareness campaigns. The report titled The Crisis of Crime Against Children in South Africa: A Call for Accountability and Urgent… Continue reading Action Society Sounds Alarm on Child Crime Surge

Dubai Conducts First Flight of Electric Air Taxi Between Two Districts

Tests were successful, regular operations planned for 2026. Photo: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

In Dubai, the first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi successfully completed test flights. This was reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The air taxi is designed to carry four passengers in addition to the pilot and can reach speeds of up to 320 kilometres per hour. It… Continue reading Dubai Conducts First Flight of Electric Air Taxi Between Two Districts

TV BRICS Channels to Showcase Cultural Diversity of Participating Countries During G20 Summit in South Africa

More than 100 media partners from 30 countries will be involved in distributing TV BRICS materials about the summit. Photo: Sunshine Seeds / iStock

The TV BRICS International Media Network has developed special broadcast programming for its television channels for the duration of the G20 summit in the Republic of South Africa. From 21 to 23 November, the schedule will consist of special news bulletins, themed programmes and documentaries about the countries belonging to the G20 and BRICS. The… Continue reading TV BRICS Channels to Showcase Cultural Diversity of Participating Countries During G20 Summit in South Africa

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… Continue reading Zambia, Tanzania and China Relaunch TAZARA in Landmark Visit by Chinese Premier

Presidents of Russia and Egypt Launch Key Stage of Construction of First Nuclear Power Plant in Arab Republic

The leaders take part via videoconference in the ceremony of installing the reactor vessel for the El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant. Photo: kremlin.ru

President of Russia Vladimir Putin and President of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took part in the ceremonial installation of the reactor vessel of the first power unit of the El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant (NPP). This event marks the transition to a key stage of the technological development of Egypt’s first nuclear power plant. In his… Continue reading Presidents of Russia and Egypt Launch Key Stage of Construction of First Nuclear Power Plant in Arab Republic

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