Exploring Abidjan: A Vibrant City of Nature, Culture, and Cinematic Delights

The Ébrié Lagoon in Abidjan. Photo: Supplied

In December 2024, I had the distinct pleasure of visiting Abidjan, Ivory Coast’s bustling cultural and economic hub, to attend the Abidjan International Film Festival (SICA) at the invitation of the Ministry of Communication of that country. While the primary purpose of my trip was to engage in the festival’s activities, my time in Abidjan… Continue reading Exploring Abidjan: A Vibrant City of Nature, Culture, and Cinematic Delights

Meeting in Rio de Janeiro Articulates Media From Global South Before BRICS Summit

Media representatives and journalists from countries of the Global South will gather in Niteroi, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, to take part in the BRICS Press Meeting, an event dedicated to strengthening media integration and collaboration among communicators from these nations in building a multipolar world. Organised by the Toda Palavra, a partner… Continue reading Meeting in Rio de Janeiro Articulates Media From Global South Before BRICS Summit

South African Delegation Visits Fruit Terminal in St. Petersburg

A South African delegation led by Deputy President Paul Mashatile visited the port infrastructure of St. Petersburg. The guests were shown a modern terminal designed to store up to 11,000 tonnes of fruit at a time. At the time of the delegation’s arrival, another shipment of citrus fruits delivered from South Africa on a specialised refrigerated… Continue reading South African Delegation Visits Fruit Terminal in St. Petersburg

Vasily Koltashov, Economist: It Is Possible That BRICS Summit to Discuss Creation of Single Currency for Group’s Countries

The BRICS summit in Brazil will confirm the course of unification towards fair and equitable trade, technological sovereignty, industrial development, and the resolution of social problems. This was stated by economist Vasily Koltashov in an exclusive interview with TV BRICS. According to the expert, the meeting will focus on combating poverty and expanding the role… Continue reading Vasily Koltashov, Economist: It Is Possible That BRICS Summit to Discuss Creation of Single Currency for Group’s Countries

SuperSport United Changes Hands Ahead of New Season

Betway Premiership club SuperSport United has new owners ahead of the 2025/26 season, subject to approval by the Premier Soccer League (PSL). According to information at our disposal, Matsatsantsa have been sold to a businessman from Bloemfontein, and as per other reports, he has paid R50 million. Speculation was rife recently that SuperSport United was… Continue reading SuperSport United Changes Hands Ahead of New Season

SADTU to Call Special Congress to Decide Who to Back Between ANC and SACP During 2026 Local Government Elections

The South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) has decided to allow its members to be the ones to decide who to back between the ANC and the South African Communist Party (SACP) during next year’s local government elections. The decision comes after the SACP, a long-time ally of the ANC, decided that it will independently… Continue reading SADTU to Call Special Congress to Decide Who to Back Between ANC and SACP During 2026 Local Government Elections

Jurgen Klopp: Club World Cup is Pointless

One of football’s prominent figures, Jurgen Klopp, is in the spotlight after making what has been deemed controversial comments about the FIFA Club World Cup. The expanded 32-team Club World Cup has had its fair share of critics, but none as influential as Klopp, and his interview with German newspaper Die Welt has caught fire. “It’s… Continue reading Jurgen Klopp: Club World Cup is Pointless

Limpopo Club Magesi FC Makes Big Changes

Magesi FC has made significant changes to their technical team as well as playing personnel. On Sunday, Dikwena Tša Meetse officially announced the departure of Owen Da Gama, who reportedly could not agree on terms with the club over a new contract. “Mr. Da Gama leaves Dikwena Tša Meetse following a six-month spell in charge,”… Continue reading Limpopo Club Magesi FC Makes Big Changes

Brazil Rediscovers Rare Dragonfly Species After 116 Years

After more than a century without confirmed sightings, the rare Brazilian dragonfly Lestes quadristriatus has been rediscovered in the state of Minas Gerais, reigniting interest in insect biodiversity and conservation. This is reported by Metrópoles, a partner of TV BRICS. Originally described in 1909, Lestes quadristriatus was known only from a single male specimen. Since… Continue reading Brazil Rediscovers Rare Dragonfly Species After 116 Years

Banyana Banyana Money Issues Resolved

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has assured the nation that all is well in Banyana Banyana’s camp ahead of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In the past few days, reports emerged of Banyana Banyana refusing to train at their base in Morocco due to monies owed to the team. “The African champions… Continue reading Banyana Banyana Money Issues Resolved

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