The African National Congress (ANC) in Mpumalanga’s Ehlanzeni region has refuted claims that its regional leader, Jackie Macie, is of Mozambican origin and has no matric certificate. This was in response to an Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) statement mocking Macie’s swearing-in at the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature this week. Provincial EFF leader Collen Sedibe said Macie,… Continue reading ANC Defends Lawmaker Over Claims He Has No Matric Certificate
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SA’s First Digital Insurance Solution For SMEs
THE country’s largest short-insurer has launched what is lauded as South Africa’s first digital insurancesolution for micro township enterprises. Santam, in partnership with MoyaApp, has unveiled the solution, which will cost between R75 and R195 a month, providing these businesses with financial security and recovery in the event of a loss. Santam’s entry-level digital insurance… Continue reading SA’s First Digital Insurance Solution For SMEs
Hunt On For Attackers Of US Convoy In Nigeria
THE murder of seven people after militants attacked a convoy of the United States (US) Consulate in Nigeria on Tuesday has sent shockwaves across both countries. Unknown assailants attacked a convoy of two US government vehicles in the Ogbaru Local Government Area of the southeastern Anambra state. The convoy was carrying nine Nigerian nationals, comprising… Continue reading Hunt On For Attackers Of US Convoy In Nigeria
TV BRICS Roped Into 2024 Russian Chairmanship Organising Committee
TV BRICS Media Network is starting its work in the organising committee responsible for preparing and ensuring Russia’s BRICS Chairmanship in 2024. Ivan Polyakov, Chairman of the TV BRICS International Media Network, has joined the Organising Committee. The decree on the establishment of the relevant committee was signed by Vladimir Putin. The Organising Committee will… Continue reading TV BRICS Roped Into 2024 Russian Chairmanship Organising Committee
Feature: Xi Story – A Transformative Speech That Gave Rise to Belt And Road Initiative
XI’AN, May 16 (Xinhua) — The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been one of the most talked-about buzzwords in international cooperation over the past few years. While many people know that it was proposed by China, few may realize that the concept was first put forward in Central Asia. In September 2013, during Chinese… Continue reading Feature: Xi Story – A Transformative Speech That Gave Rise to Belt And Road Initiative
FEATURE: Nigeria’s Main Political Parties Sear Under Internal Conflict
THE internal strife plaguing the country’s main parties, including the opposition simultaneously united and divided by a court showdown over the allegedly rigged general elections, adds a new dimension to the edgy political atmosphere in Nigeria. The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and most recently, the Labour Party… Continue reading FEATURE: Nigeria’s Main Political Parties Sear Under Internal Conflict
World Tourism Organisation Welcomes End of COVID-19 As Emergency
THE World Tourism Organisation (WTO) has welcomed the end of the public health emergency phase for COVID-197. WTO believes this recent announcement represents a major milestone in the global effort to combat the virus. “We welcome WHO’s decision to end the emergency status for COVID-19,” said WTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili. WHO is an acronym for… Continue reading World Tourism Organisation Welcomes End of COVID-19 As Emergency
Land Secured For Zambia’s Siavonga Convention Centre
PLANS to build a convention centre to host international conferences in Siavonga have received a major boost after the local town council secured land for the construction. The facility would enhance the growth of the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) which is a lucrative part of tourismacross the globe. “We need to build a… Continue reading Land Secured For Zambia’s Siavonga Convention Centre
Zimbabwe’s Investment In tourism Risks Going To Waste
MORE than US$56 million the Zimbabwean government has invested in the tourism industry in Mashonaland West province, post-pandemic appears to be money down the drain. This is much to the concern of authorities who are dissatisfied with the return of investment. Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndlovu, the Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality, disclosed the government… Continue reading Zimbabwe’s Investment In tourism Risks Going To Waste
Russian Embassy Blasts US For “Fabricating Weapons Story”
The Russian Embassy in South Africa has broken its silence on claims that it received weapons from South Africa, labelling the allegations an old tactic by the United States of America to push false narratives aimed at starting wars with foreign countries. In a statement released today, Russia accused Reuben Brigety, the US Ambassador to… Continue reading Russian Embassy Blasts US For “Fabricating Weapons Story”