The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has released its Final Inquiry Report into the 2024 unrest at Walter Sisulu University (WSU), concluding that the South African Police Service (SAPS) used force in violation of national laws and failed to meet constitutional standards. The report was released on Thursday. The unrest, which took place on… Continue reading SAHRC Finds SAPS Violated Use-of-Force Laws During Walter Sisulu University Unrest
Boks’ Pool Confirmed for World Cup Defence in Australia
The Springboks have been drawn with Italy, Georgia, and Romania for the pool stages of the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, where they will be aiming for an unprecedented third consecutive title after lifting the Webb Ellis Cup in Japan in 2019 and France in 2023. The Boks have faced all three pool opponents… Continue reading Boks’ Pool Confirmed for World Cup Defence in Australia
Ramaphosa Mourns Former SARS Chief Oupa Magashula
President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed his condolences following the death of former South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner Oupa Magashula, who passed away at the age of 63 after a prolonged illness and hospitalisation. The Presidency confirmed that Magashula died earlier this week after spending an extended period in hospital. Magashula served as SARS Commissioner… Continue reading Ramaphosa Mourns Former SARS Chief Oupa Magashula
Mozambique Inaugurates Landmark Gas Processing Facility as President Chapo Declares “We Are Turning Gas into Development”
Inhassoro, Mozambique — President Daniel Chapo on Wednesday inaugurated the country’s first Integrated Gas Processing Facility (IPF), calling it a defining milestone in Mozambique’s march towards economic sovereignty and industrial transformation. The ceremony, held in Inhassoro, Inhambane Province, was attended by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, whose presence Chapo described as “a reaffirmation of a… Continue reading Mozambique Inaugurates Landmark Gas Processing Facility as President Chapo Declares “We Are Turning Gas into Development”
Mozambique Aims for Economic Stabilisation and Recovery in 2026, Says Prime Minister Benvinda Levi
Mozambique’s Prime Minister, Benvinda Levi, has outlined an ambitious yet cautiously optimistic economic plan for 2026, as the Government seeks to steer the country back toward growth following a prolonged period of internal and external shocks. Presenting the proposed Economic, Social and State Budget Plan (PESOE) for 2026, at the Mozambican Parliament, Levi emphasised that… Continue reading Mozambique Aims for Economic Stabilisation and Recovery in 2026, Says Prime Minister Benvinda Levi
Alleged Kingpin KT Molefe Case Moves to High Court
The case against alleged organised crime figure Katiso “KT” Molefe has been transferred to the High Court in Johannesburg as police arrested two armed bodyguards outside the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, where Molefe briefly appeared. Molefe, 61, and his co-accused – Michael Pule Tau (55), Tiego Floyd Mabisela (45) and Musa Kekana – face… Continue reading Alleged Kingpin KT Molefe Case Moves to High Court
Iranian Scientists Develop Biotechnology Method to Turn Poultry Feathers Into Protein Meal
Iranian researchers have unveiled a biotechnological method that allows poultry feathers – one of the largest by-products of the livestock sector – to be converted into protein-rich meal suitable for use in animal feed. The development stems from a national research project supported by the Iran National Science Foundation, as reported by IRNA, a partner… Continue reading Iranian Scientists Develop Biotechnology Method to Turn Poultry Feathers Into Protein Meal
Egyptian Writer Salwa Bakr Becomes First Laureate of BRICS Literary Award
Following the vote of the international jury, the winner of the BRICS Literary Award was Egyptian writer Salwa Bakr – one of the most prominent representatives of contemporary Arabic prose, author of seven short story collections, seven novels and a play. Her works have been translated into many European languages. The name of the first… Continue reading Egyptian Writer Salwa Bakr Becomes First Laureate of BRICS Literary Award
High Court to Hear Zuma Arms Deal Appeals
The long-running corruption case involving former President Jacob Zuma and French arms company Thales will resume in the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Thursday, 4 December 2025, after a six-month break. The pause followed the appointment of Presiding Judge Justice Nkosinathi Chili as an Acting Judge of the Supreme Court of Appeal, which temporarily stalled the… Continue reading High Court to Hear Zuma Arms Deal Appeals
China Learns to Extract Drinking Water From Air
Specialists from Shanghai Jiao Tong University have developed a technology that makes it possible to collect drinking water from the atmosphere. This was reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. The development is based on three processes: condensation, liquid absorption by an absorbent or adsorbent, and a heat pump. Experts explained that the… Continue reading China Learns to Extract Drinking Water From Air