China’s national news agency, Xinhua, on Thursday opened a photo exhibition documenting the historic transformation of the country over the past decades. The exhibition opened at the National Financial Information Center in Beijing just days before Oct. 1, when the People’s Republic of China marks its 75th founding anniversary. On display are nearly 500 photographs spanning various… Continue reading Photo Exhibition On China’s Historic Transformation Held As People’s Republic Turns 75
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The Photos And Photojournalists That Record China: A Xinhua News Photo Exhibition
Xinhua, China’s state news agency, holds a news photo exhibition to commemorate the country’s decades-long transformation. Let’s approach these outstanding photojournalists and explore the stories behind their masterpieces on display. African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency
Limpopo Municipal Manager Denies Suspension, Threatens Legal Action
A Limpopo municipal manager has denied claims that the council has suspended him, saying he is still in office because he has received no suspension letter. Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality’s accounting officer, Dr Kgoshi Lucas Pilusa, says he will take legal action should he be suspended illegally and for dubious reasons. Speaking to African Times on Tuesday… Continue reading Limpopo Municipal Manager Denies Suspension, Threatens Legal Action
UNISA Signs Milestone MoU with German University
The University of South Africa (Unisa) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Fern Universität of Hagen in Germany. The MoU, signed on Monday, 23 September 2024, seeks to strengthen collaboration between the two universities in areas of research, student exchanges, and the joint development of academic programmes, UNISA said in a statement… Continue reading UNISA Signs Milestone MoU with German University
External Forces Behind Planned Militant Attack In Bamako, Expert Argues
Early in the morning of September 17th, two simultaneous attacks shook Bamako, Mali’s capital. Terrorists targeted the gendarmerie school in Faladié and the military camp in Sénou, near the international airport. These assaults, claimed by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), a group affiliated with Al-Qaeda, have left the city in… Continue reading External Forces Behind Planned Militant Attack In Bamako, Expert Argues
Ethiopia Seeks Co-operation With BRICS Nations On Sustainable Forestry And Climate Initiatives
Ethiopia is looking to enhance cooperation with other BRICS countries on sustainable forestry and reforestation following its recent participation in BRICS discussions on climate change and a just transition at the African Union (AU). Jafar Bedru, Executive Director of Institute of Foreign Affairs, emphasised that Ethiopia is keen to use its membership of BRICS to… Continue reading Ethiopia Seeks Co-operation With BRICS Nations On Sustainable Forestry And Climate Initiatives
BRICS Lawyers To Discuss The Development Of Digital Technologies
The IX BRICS Legal Forum will be held in the Russian capital on 19-20 September at the MGIMO University. It will be attended by representatives of the legal communities of Brazil, India, China, South Africa, as well as Egypt, Iran, UAE and Ethiopia. In addition to the members of the association, lawyers from Vietnam and… Continue reading BRICS Lawyers To Discuss The Development Of Digital Technologies
India Provides Health Insurance To All Citizens Above 70 Years Of Age
The Indian government has introduced several measures to improve the healthcare system, including providing US$5.9 thousands in health insurance to all citizens above 70 years of age, irrespective of their income. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The source reports that there are also plans to create 75,000 new medical seats… Continue reading India Provides Health Insurance To All Citizens Above 70 Years Of Age
China Begins Operation Of The First Domestically Built AS700 Manned Aircraft
A new means of transportation, the AS700 manned airship, has entered service in China and will be used for tourist flights. This is reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. The AS700 airship can carry up to 10 people and has a maximum range of 700 kilometres. The airship is characterised by safety,… Continue reading China Begins Operation Of The First Domestically Built AS700 Manned Aircraft
Brazil Gets G20 Support To Strengthen Influence Of Global South Countries On Climate Issues
The last meeting under Brazil’s G20 presidency of the G20 Sustainable Finance Working Group ended in Rio de Janeiro. The meeting resulted in the creation of a document aimed at reforming access to environmental and climate funds, according to Brasil 247, a partner of TV BRICS. One of the Brazilian government’s priorities is to make… Continue reading Brazil Gets G20 Support To Strengthen Influence Of Global South Countries On Climate Issues