Solenta/Fastjet Cleared for Domestic Flights

Mozambique’s Civil Aviation Institute (IACM) has granted a licence to operate domestic air transport to airline Solenta/Fastjet. Photo: Fastjet

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

Indian Scientists Create Glowing Molecular Scalpel for Gene Therapy

New development allows real-time observation of DNA editing process in living cells without destroying them. Photo: Thanakorn Piadaeng / iStock

Scientists from Kolkata have developed a modified CRISPR-Cas9 system protein which emits luminescence during operation. The development has been named GlowCas9. This was reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS, citing India’s Ministry of Science and Technology. The protein was created by fusing the Cas9 enzyme with fragments of nanoluciferase – an enzyme from… Continue reading Indian Scientists Create Glowing Molecular Scalpel for Gene Therapy

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Seven Kenyan Nationals Arrested for Illegal Work on “Refugee” Applications in Johannesburg

The Kenyan nationals had recently entered South Africa on tourist visas and had taken up employment at a centre processing applications for “refugees” to the United States. Photo: Mustafa Arikan

The Department of Home Affairs, in partnership with other law enforcement agencies, arrested seven Kenyan nationals on Tuesday for allegedly engaging in work in South Africa while holding only tourist visas. The arrests were part of a routine operation aimed at addressing suspected violations of the country’s immigration laws. According to the Department, intelligence reports… Continue reading Seven Kenyan Nationals Arrested for Illegal Work on “Refugee” Applications in Johannesburg

King Misuzulu Gives Nod to Minister to Suspend Four “Disruptive” Ingonyama Trust Board Members Pending Investigation

The sole trustee and chairperson of the Ingonyama Trust Board (ITB), King Misuzulu KaZwelithini, has given the green light to the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontsho, to suspend four board members of the board. The four members, Advocate Linda Zama, Dr Thandi Dlamini, Inkosi Nomusa Zulu, and Ndzambudzeni Matamela, are considered… Continue reading King Misuzulu Gives Nod to Minister to Suspend Four “Disruptive” Ingonyama Trust Board Members Pending Investigation

Iran Plans Launch of Three Advanced Earth-Observation Satellites in Early January

New satellites with 15-metre imaging capability to be deployed simultaneously as part of national space programme expansion. Photo: ABIDAL / iStock

Iran is set to launch three advanced domestically developed satellites into orbit in early January, marking a significant milestone in the country’s space programme, according to the head of the national space authority. This is reported by Alalam News Network, a partner of TV BRICS. The satellites, designed for Earth observation with an imaging resolution… Continue reading Iran Plans Launch of Three Advanced Earth-Observation Satellites in Early January

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DJ Warras Mourned as Family Man and Community Voice

Tributes continue to pour in for Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, who was shot and killed in the Johannesburg central business district on Tuesday. Family members, friends, colleagues, political parties and members of the public have expressed condolences following the killing of the well-known radio personality and businessman. According to reports, DJ Warras… Continue reading DJ Warras Mourned as Family Man and Community Voice

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Bonmati and Dembele Take Top Honours at The Best FIFA Awards

Aitana Bonmati and Ousmane Dembele were crowned The Best FIFA Women’s and Men’s Player. Photo: FIFA

Spain’s Aitana Bonmati claimed a historic third-straight The Best FIFA Women’s Player award, and France’s Ousmane Dembele was crowned The Best FIFA Men’s Player, at a special event held in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday. The Barcelona midfielder was named The Best FIFA Women’s Player after another outstanding year for club and country, becoming the first… Continue reading Bonmati and Dembele Take Top Honours at The Best FIFA Awards

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Brazil and China Launch Joint Space Laboratory as New Telescope Prepares to Track Satellites and Near-Earth Objects

Bilateral project marks a new phase in scientific cooperation and deep-space research. Photo: pandemin / iStock

Brazil and China have begun work on a new joint laboratory dedicated to advanced space technologies. According to official statements, the research centre will focus on next-generation radio astronomy and deep-space observation, strengthening long-standing cooperation between the two nations in the field of space science. The initiative builds on years of academic and technical exchange.… Continue reading Brazil and China Launch Joint Space Laboratory as New Telescope Prepares to Track Satellites and Near-Earth Objects

Hollard Seguros Moçambique Posts Strong Results for 2025 Financial Year

Maputo, 17 December 2025 — Hollard Seguros Moçambique has reported a robust financial performance for the year ended 30 June 2025, consolidating its position as one of the country’s leading insurance providers, despite a challenging macroeconomic environment. The insurer said the year’s results were bolstered by the acquisition of Global Alliance Seguros, SA, a move… Continue reading Hollard Seguros Moçambique Posts Strong Results for 2025 Financial Year

Nigerian Government Accepts Key Improvements to Nation’s Airports

Nigeria embarks on major airport transformation for enhanced safety and efficiency. Photo: Chalabala/ iStock

Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved significant improvements to the navigation and communication systems at national airports. The decision is aimed at improving flight safety and modernising the country’s entire aviation infrastructure, reports NAN, a partner of TV BRICS. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo announced this after an FEC meeting chaired… Continue reading Nigerian Government Accepts Key Improvements to Nation’s Airports

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