The 26th Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), a unique event in the world of economics and business, kicked off on Wednesday in St. Petersburg, Russia. Each year the event attracts thousands of participants from different countries – politicians, entrepreneurs, and founders of technology start-ups. A rich programme awaits forum participants: industry discussions, panel sessions,… Continue reading Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum Kicks Off
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Russia, India Aim To Reach $50 Billion In Bilateral Trade In 2023
The India-Russia Business Forum was held on Wednesday on the sidelines ofthe St. Petersburg International Economic Forum ( SPIEF). The participants discussed the efforts the governments of India and Russia are taking to overcome transport and logistics problems, prospects of setting up a joint banking and financial structure to support the bilateral trade potential, andhigh-priority areas… Continue reading Russia, India Aim To Reach $50 Billion In Bilateral Trade In 2023
Mkhwebane: Ocean Basket Meeting Started Solicitations Of Section 194 Inquiry Bribes
Breaking down how the bribery scandal unfolded, Public Protector advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane said the late Tina Joemat-Pettersson physically attended the inquiry for the first and only time on March 16, where she asked for her husband’s contact numbers. Mkhwebane was addressing the media during a briefing held in Sandton yesterday on allegations that Section 194… Continue reading Mkhwebane: Ocean Basket Meeting Started Solicitations Of Section 194 Inquiry Bribes
Outrage After Refugees Burnt Alive In DRC
THE killing of 45 people, is the latest in a series of brutal attacks by non-state armed groups on forcibly displaced people in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Twelve of them were burnt alive during the attack that occurred in the Lala displacement site of the eastern Ituri province on Monday. Armed assailants targeted… Continue reading Outrage After Refugees Burnt Alive In DRC
Chinese Nationals Caught In The Angolan Crossfire
CHINESE nationals in Angola must tighten personal security and that of their businesses as protests erupt in the Southern African country. Angola, the leading producer of crude oil in the continent, is beset byprotests as citizens express anger at the sharp increase of gasoline prices by the Angolan government. Demonstrations have taken place in the… Continue reading Chinese Nationals Caught In The Angolan Crossfire
Mediterranean Death Toll Highest In Years
THE death of almost 3 800 people on migration routes within and from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) in 2022 is the highest toll in six years. These deaths from January to December almost rival the 4 255 deathsrecorded in 2017. The 3 789 deaths recorded in 2022 was 11 percent higher than… Continue reading Mediterranean Death Toll Highest In Years
“Real State Capture” Killed Tina Joemat-Pettersson, Says Mkhwebane
In what Public Protector advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane has labelled the biggest scandal to hit South African democracy, the suspended Chapter 9 institution leader blamed the death of former Minister of Energy Tina Joemat-Pettersson on “state capture.” Mkhwebane was speaking during her much-anticipated media briefing on allegations that Section 194 chairperson Richard Dyantyi and ANC parliamentary… Continue reading “Real State Capture” Killed Tina Joemat-Pettersson, Says Mkhwebane
People Living With Disabilities Bear The Brunt Of DPSA’S Financial Woes
One of the oldest organisation’s advocating for the rights of disabled people, Disabled People South Africa (DPSA) is allegedly on the brink of collapse due to financial problems. According to employees who spoke to African Times, but refused to be named fearing reprisal, the non-profit organisation (NPO) is even failing to execute its duties due… Continue reading People Living With Disabilities Bear The Brunt Of DPSA’S Financial Woes
BRICS Union To Increase The Influence Of Developing Countries In The International Arena
BRICS foreign ministers met in Cape Town on Thursday 1 June. One of the current issues on the agenda is working out the criteria for accepting new members into BRICS. In addition, work will continue on preparations for the August 15th summit of the association. The Chairperson of the meeting, Naledi Pandor, South Africa’s Minister… Continue reading BRICS Union To Increase The Influence Of Developing Countries In The International Arena
Indifferent SARB Undermines The Transformative Agenda Necessary For Fostering Inclusive Economic Growth
The implications of South African Reserve Bank (SARB) decisions on workers and black South Africans are significant, considering the history of financial exclusion and discrimination that has affected the majority black population in South Africa. The lingering effects of apartheid-era policies continue to impede the economic advancement of black individuals and businesses. Of particular concern is the… Continue reading Indifferent SARB Undermines The Transformative Agenda Necessary For Fostering Inclusive Economic Growth