Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for the nation to remain confident in the coming year, saying the world’s second largest economy can overcome its challenges and pressure through hard work. Xi made the remarks in his New Year message for 2025 delivered through China Media Group and the internet. Set to fully complete… Continue reading Xi Underlines Confidence, Hard Work in 2025 to Rise Above Challenges
How the US Tried to Replace International Law with its own Twisted Creation
While international law is based on equal sovereignty for all states, the rules-based international order upholds hegemony on the principle of sovereign inequality. The rules-based international order is commonly presented as international law plus international human rights law, which appears benign and progressive. However, this entails introducing contradictory principles and rules. The consequence is a… Continue reading How the US Tried to Replace International Law with its own Twisted Creation
Is G20 Solidarity and Sustainability Possible in an Age of Northern Protectionism and a Hobbled Global South?
South Africa, and Africa’s, G20 in 2025 comes at a time of deepening geopolitical and geo-economic fractures, conflicts, and a cost-of-living crisis. We are told that hosting large international events brings prestige on the global stage, but it is expensive and does not necessarily lead to concrete development outcomes. There is an African proverb: “If… Continue reading Is G20 Solidarity and Sustainability Possible in an Age of Northern Protectionism and a Hobbled Global South?
Ethiopian Government Implements Digital Strategy to Increase Internet Access
Ethiopia is taking important steps towards a digital future with the launch of its five-year strategy that aims to narrow technology gaps and ensure equal access to technological resources for all citizens. The initiative, discussed at an event hosted by the Ethiopian Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MINT) and the International Labour Organisation, will promote digital… Continue reading Ethiopian Government Implements Digital Strategy to Increase Internet Access
Xinhua’s Top 10 World News Events in 2024
The following are the top 10 world news events in the year of 2024 selected by Xinhua: China’s head-of-state diplomacy opens new chapter In 2024, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended three major diplomatic events at home: the Conference Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, and… Continue reading Xinhua’s Top 10 World News Events in 2024
Young Cameroonian Researcher Promotes Cultural Exchanges Between China and Africa Through Martial Arts and Cinema
The documentary film Rêve de kung-fu will soon be released in Chinese cinemas. This vivid creation traces the extraordinary journey of Taling Tene Rodrigue, a Cameroonian researcher, to master martial arts and use them to promote cultural exchanges between China and Africa. This journey is much more than just a personal experience. It builds a bridge between… Continue reading Young Cameroonian Researcher Promotes Cultural Exchanges Between China and Africa Through Martial Arts and Cinema
China-Africa Cooperation in EV Production is One of the Best Ways of Cutting Carbon Emissions
The 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change recently concluded in Baku, Azerbaijan, witnessing two weeks of intense debates among delegates from world countries on how best to save the planet. The conference discussed topics such as climate finance, adaptation measures, and the strategies to support… Continue reading China-Africa Cooperation in EV Production is One of the Best Ways of Cutting Carbon Emissions
Sergey Lavrov Notes Importance of Information Cooperation for Strengthening BRICS’ Role in the World
Promotion of information cooperation between the BRICS countries is extremely important in order to strengthen the position of the association and the countries of the global South in various international structures. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in a live interview with Russian and foreign media. Answering a question from a journalist… Continue reading Sergey Lavrov Notes Importance of Information Cooperation for Strengthening BRICS’ Role in the World
China’s Zero-Tariff Policy: Unlocking New Opportunities for Africa-China Trade Growth
On December 1, 2024, China implemented a new policy granting zero-tariff treatment to 100% of tariff lines on products originating from the world’s least developed countries (LDCs) that have diplomatic relations with China. Among the beneficiaries of this initiative are 33 African nations, marking a significant milestone in Africa-China economic relations. This transformative policy aligns… Continue reading China’s Zero-Tariff Policy: Unlocking New Opportunities for Africa-China Trade Growth
From Film to Digital – Reflections From A Newshound
The announcement that City Press will be going fully digital takes me back to a rather ugly incident 22 years ago. I was covering Jacob Baby Jake Matlala’s final boxing match for the Sunday Sun at The Carnival City on a Saturday night. City Press and Sunday Sun, located in the same building and both… Continue reading From Film to Digital – Reflections From A Newshound