South Africa has secured a R7 billion loan (US$398 million) from the New Development Bank (NDB) to support the modernisation of key national road corridors, as part of broader efforts to strengthen the country’s transport infrastructure and economic connectivity. This is reported by MENA, a partner of TV BRICS. The funds will primarily be allocated… Continue reading South Africa Secures US$398 Million Loan From NDB for Road Infrastructure Development
Bafana-eligible Defender Joins Italian Serie A Club
Italian side U.S. Lecce has brought in a defender of South African descent, Corrie Ndaba. The 25-year-old has moved to U.S. Lecce on a three-year deal from Scottish side Kilmarnock. “U.S. Lecce announces the permanent acquisition of Corrie Ndaba from Kilmarnock FC,” confirmed the Italians. “The Irish fullback, born in 1999, has signed a three-year… Continue reading Bafana-eligible Defender Joins Italian Serie A Club
Tanzanian Club Simba Signs South African Defender
Center-back Rushine De Reuck has taken his football to East Africa. The 29-year-old has teamed up with one of the region’s most successful clubs, Simba Sporting Club, who have won the Tanzanian Premier League on 22 occasions. “De Reuck joins us on a one-year contract with the option of a further year. De Reuck (29),… Continue reading Tanzanian Club Simba Signs South African Defender
Mozambique Boosts Border Surveillance to Curb Spread of Mpox
Mozambique is enhancing its border surveillance measures by deploying screening and testing teams to help contain the spread of mpox, health authorities announced on Monday. The country has so far recorded 17 confirmed cases and is monitoring an additional 92 suspected cases. “There are no restrictions on the movement of people or goods at this… Continue reading Mozambique Boosts Border Surveillance to Curb Spread of Mpox
Ribeiro Shines at 2024/25 PSL Awards
Mamelodi Sundowns superstar Lucas Ribeiro Costa emerged as the biggest winner at the 2024/25 PSL Awards on Tuesday evening, claiming an impressive four accolades. Ribeiro Costa was crowned PSL Footballer of the Season and also walked away with the Betway Premiership Players’ Player of the Season, Betway Premiership Goal of the Season, and Betway Premiership… Continue reading Ribeiro Shines at 2024/25 PSL Awards
DA: Great North Transport Bailout Won’t Solve Failing Limpopo Bus Company’s Problems
Limpopo – The DA in Limpopo has called for a full and transparent inquiry into the embattled state-owned bus company, Great North Transport (GNT), and for the suspension of funding pending the outcome of such an investigation. MPL and DA spokesperson on Economic Development, Environmental and Tourism, Jacques Smalle, said the Limpopo provincial government must… Continue reading DA: Great North Transport Bailout Won’t Solve Failing Limpopo Bus Company’s Problems
BRICS and Cybersecurity: Protecting Shared Digital Space
According to the United Nations, the number of cyberattacks worldwide is growing by an average of 80 per cent each year. Every day, government bodies, industrial facilities, the energy sector, housing and utilities, transport systems, universities, banks, and shops are under threat – virtually any company or organisation may be at risk. Analysts are observing… Continue reading BRICS and Cybersecurity: Protecting Shared Digital Space
DJ Sumbody Murder Case: NPA Vows Justice as Bail Application Postponed and High-Profile Links Emerge
The murder case of slain music mogul Oupa “DJ Sumbody” Sefoka took a dramatic turn, with fresh revelations tying the alleged assassins to an entrenched organised crime syndicate, while the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) vowed to oppose bail and ensure that justice is served. In a tightly secured courtroom at Alexandra Regional Court 2, the… Continue reading DJ Sumbody Murder Case: NPA Vows Justice as Bail Application Postponed and High-Profile Links Emerge
ANC Political Murder Case Remanded as Skhosana Appears for Magaqa Assassination
The man believed to be at the centre of the political conspiracy behind the 2017 assassination of former ANC Youth League Secretary General Sindiso Jethro Magaqa made a brief but significant appearance in the Mzimkhulu Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday. Zweliphansi Stanley Skhosana (55) stood in the dock facing a litany of serious charges, including conspiracy… Continue reading ANC Political Murder Case Remanded as Skhosana Appears for Magaqa Assassination
Economic Watch: China’s R&D-to-Market Pipeline Emerges as Global Innovation Magnet
BEIJING, July 29 (Xinhua) — For Liu Qing, director of the National Innovation Center par Excellence (NICE), the first half of 2025 has been an exceptionally busy but rewarding period to expand China’s global research footprint. Through efforts like hosting science and innovation forums in countries including Denmark and Australia, the center added 11 new… Continue reading Economic Watch: China’s R&D-to-Market Pipeline Emerges as Global Innovation Magnet