The Uniting Reformed Church in Southern Africa (URCSA) has issued an urgent appeal to its members, congregations, and the broader community to provide immediate relief to families affected by the devastating fire in the Kayamandi informal settlement, near Stellenbosch, Cape Town. The fire, which broke out on December 31, 2024, has left over 150 people… Continue reading URCSA Calls for Urgent Relief and Housing Reform Following the Devastating Kayamandi Fire
Brazilian President Enacts Bio-inputs Law to Boost Sustainable Agriculture
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has officially sanctioned Law 15.070/2024, establishing a comprehensive framework for the use of bio-inputs in agriculture and aquaculture. This is reported by Toda Palavra, a partner of TV BRICS. Bio-inputs, as defined by the new law, are biological-origin materials or processes utilised in the production, processing, or storage… Continue reading Brazilian President Enacts Bio-inputs Law to Boost Sustainable Agriculture
Zim Monthly Rabbit Meat Demand Tops 10 Tonnes
Demand for rabbit meat, rated as the healthiest white meat globally, in Zimbabwe continues to surge, with monthly consumption now estimated upwards of 10 tonnes. To address the growing appetite for rabbit meat, the Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association said its partners would implement innovative measures such as contract growing schemes, accessible loan facilities for… Continue reading Zim Monthly Rabbit Meat Demand Tops 10 Tonnes
Wang Yi’s Upcoming Africa Visit Aimed at Pushing In-Depth Development of China-Africa Ties
From January 5 to 11, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit the four African countries of Namibia, the Republic of the Congo, Chad and Nigeria. The visit by Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, is aimed at deepening practical cooperation in various fields, and… Continue reading Wang Yi’s Upcoming Africa Visit Aimed at Pushing In-Depth Development of China-Africa Ties
Thailand’s Foreign Ministry Confirms BRICS Partner Country Status
The partnership is expected to enhance Thailand’s role as a bridge-builder between BRICS countries and the global community. Thailand has officially accepted an invitation from Russia, the 2024 BRICS Сhair, to become a partner country of the BRICS group. This is reported by the official website of Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Prior to that,… Continue reading Thailand’s Foreign Ministry Confirms BRICS Partner Country Status
IDCZ Should Prioritise Funding SMEs — ZNCC
The Industrial Development Corporation of Zimbabwe (IDCZ) should prioritise credit to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly focussing on value-adding industries, one of Zimbabwe’s influential business lobby group said. SMEs now constitute more than 60 percent of private enterprises in Zimbabwe but suffer from the acute lack of affordable long-term financing, business management skills, collateral… Continue reading IDCZ Should Prioritise Funding SMEs — ZNCC
Zimbabwean President Reassigns Ministers, Appoints CIO Boss
President Mnangagwa yesterday reassigned two Cabinet Ministers and appointed a new Director General of the Central Intelligence Organisation. Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Minister July Moyo has been appointed Minister of Energy and Power Development while the incumbent, Edgar Moyo, takes over the Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare portfolio. The reassignments are with… Continue reading Zimbabwean President Reassigns Ministers, Appoints CIO Boss
EXCLUSIVE: Zulu King Misuzulu KaZwelithini Divorces Wife, Offers R20 000 Monthly Maintenance For a Year
In an unprecedented move within the Zulu royal family, King Misuzulu KaZwelithini has filed for divorce against one of his wives, saying their marriage has broken down. The King has three wives and ascended to the throne in May 2021 amid a tussle with his brother Prince Simakade Zulu. In papers quietly filed before the… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Zulu King Misuzulu KaZwelithini Divorces Wife, Offers R20 000 Monthly Maintenance For a Year
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Summarises Results of Russia’s BRICS Chairmanship
During Russia’s presidency in BRICS in 2024, the role of the group’s countries as a sustainable and demanded format of multilateral interaction based on the sovereign equality of countries and consideration of each other’s interests was confirmed. This was stated by the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova at a briefing. She… Continue reading Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Summarises Results of Russia’s BRICS Chairmanship
Zimbabwean Government Emphasises Results of Tourism Industry in 2024
Zimbabwe has already passed the US$5 billion tourism industry target well ahead of 2025, confirming the rapid recovery and growth of the sector after the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is reported by ZBC News, a partner of TV BRICS. Speaking on the sidelines of a meet and greet domestic tourism campaign, Tourism and… Continue reading Zimbabwean Government Emphasises Results of Tourism Industry in 2024