Nigeria Football Federation Apologises to the Government

APOLOGY: The Nigerian Football Federation has apologized to the nation after the Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Photo: Super Eagles

Nigeria’s Football Federation (NFF) has wasted no time in acknowledging its shortcomings following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the FIFA 2026 World Cup. The Super Eagles were pipped to first spot in Group C of the qualifiers by South Africa. They had a second chance in the African play-offs and blew it, going… Continue reading Nigeria Football Federation Apologises to the Government

Expert: South Africa’s G20 Presidency Underscores Collective Vision for Global Solidarity

BRICS researcher says the presidency aims to align national and continental interests. Photo: primipil / iStock

In his exclusive commentary for TV BRICS, Zamokuhle Mbandlwa, Professor at the Durban University of Technology and member of the BRICS Research Institute, emphasised that South Africa’s presidency of the G20 should be understood not as a national milestone but as an achievement for the entire African continent. He noted that Pretoria’s chosen agenda –… Continue reading Expert: South Africa’s G20 Presidency Underscores Collective Vision for Global Solidarity

UNISA, Egypt Forge Cultural Partnership with Grand Egyptian Museum Live Screening

GEM: The main gate of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Photo: Wikipedia

One of Africa’s top museums has been officially opened in Egypt, signalling the intention to tell and document the continent’s history with renewed vigour. The University of South Africa (UNISA) hosted a live screening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) opening ceremony from Cairo on 1 November. Held at the UNISA main campus in Pretoria,… Continue reading UNISA, Egypt Forge Cultural Partnership with Grand Egyptian Museum Live Screening

Expert: Africa and Gulf States Increase Their Economic Influence Through G20 and BRICS

Africa’s partnership with the Arab countries opens up new opportunities for the development of international transport corridors. Photo: metamorworks / iStock

African countries are increasingly asserting their interests on the global stage through such groupings as the Group of Twenty (G20) and BRICS. Their partners include the Gulf states, which are actively investing in the African economy. This cooperation also opens up opportunities for Russia, particularly in the construction of new international transport routes. This view… Continue reading Expert: Africa and Gulf States Increase Their Economic Influence Through G20 and BRICS

Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Visit Zambia

BILATERAL VISIT: Chinese Premier Li Qiang, is scheduled to visit Zambia from 19th to 20th November 2025, at the invitation of President Hakainde Hichilema. Photo: Xinhua

Lusaka- China’s Premier of the State Council, Li Qiang, is scheduled to visit Zambia from 19th to 20th November 2025, at the invitation of President Hakainde Hichilema, in a mission poised to strengthen the decades-long partnership between the two nations. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the… Continue reading Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Visit Zambia

ATM Criticises Eastern Cape Education Leaders Over Withheld Infrastructure Funds

PROBE: The African Transformation Movement (ATM) Member of Parliament, Vuyo Zungula, has submitted a formal complaint to Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka, requesting a full-scale probe into Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s alleged interference in criminal investigations and unlawful disbanding of the Political Killings Task Team. Photo: ATM

The African Transformation Movement has raised concern over continued failures in the Eastern Cape Department of Education following the decision by the National Department of Basic Education to withhold the fourth transfer of the Education Infrastructure Grant. The amount withheld is R529.8 million. According to the party, this is linked to the province’s failure to… Continue reading ATM Criticises Eastern Cape Education Leaders Over Withheld Infrastructure Funds

SACP Limpopo Slams Misleading Article on Party Resolutions

DISMISSED: The South African Communist Party (SACP) in Limpopo has dismissed concerns raised by a recent article circulated by the party’s National Chairperson, Blade Nzimande. Provincial Secretary Chuene Malebana said members should remain guided by the 2022 National Congress resolutions that affirm the party’s decision to participate in the 2026 local general elections independently. Photo: SACP Limpopo

The South African Communist Party (SACP) in Limpopo has dismissed concerns raised by a recent article circulated by the party’s National Chairperson, Blade Nzimande. According to the province, the article has caused confusion among members and supporters because it creates an impression that there is growing disagreement about the party’s plan to contest the 2026… Continue reading SACP Limpopo Slams Misleading Article on Party Resolutions

Chebbak and Mssoudy join Ajibade for CAF Women Main Award

CAF AWARDS: Ghizlaine Chebbak, Sanaa Mssoudy, and Rasheedat Ajibade lead the shortlist for the CAF Women’s Player of the Year award. Photo: CAF

CAF has unveiled the top three nominees in each of the women’s categories ahead of the CAF Awards 2025, as anticipation builds for Africa’s biggest football celebration to be staged on 19 November 2025 in Rabat, Morocco. The CAF Awards 2025 recognise the best performers between 6 January and 15 October 2025, highlighting outstanding achievements… Continue reading Chebbak and Mssoudy join Ajibade for CAF Women Main Award

CAF Awards 2025: Spotlight on Hakimi, Salah and Osimhen

Soccer star celebrating on the field after a match, showcasing team pride and success.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the top three nominees in each of the men’s categories of the highly anticipated CAF Awards 2025. The prestigious event will be held in Rabat, Morocco, on 19 November, in celebration of the exceptional performances and achievements that have defined African football this year. For the main… Continue reading CAF Awards 2025: Spotlight on Hakimi, Salah and Osimhen

Xi Jinping: The Governance of China Illuminates the Guiding Principles and Strategies Shaping the Nation’s Future

A rocket carrying a group of low Earth orbit satellites blasts off from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China’s Hainan Province on 13 August (XINHUA)

The release of the fifth volume of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China, consisting of 91 of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s spoken and written works from 27 May 2022 to 20 December 2024, has further provided clarity on the issues in the contemporary governance of China, a major country whose domestic dynamics and international outlook are… Continue reading Xi Jinping: The Governance of China Illuminates the Guiding Principles and Strategies Shaping the Nation’s Future

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