Brothers, Sangoma Arrested in Insurance Killings Probe
Police in Limpopo have launched a major operation targeting suspects linked to a R10 millionREAD MORE
China works to ensure fair competition for all market players
BEIJING, April 30 — China’s newly adopted private sector promotion law underscores the country’s commitment to fostering an equitable competitive environment for all market participants,…
Godongwana says Future Budget will be Crafted Early to Avoid Crippling Fallout because he ‘Learnt Lessons’
The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana has admitted that they have learnt their hard lessons out of the 2025-2026 budget impasse and in future, budget…
Promulgation of private sector promotion law timely, significant: official
BEIJING, April 30 — The promulgation of China’s private sector promotion law is timely and of great significance, said Yang Heqing, head of the economic…
WTO report confirms UAE’s role in global trade
The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its standing as a global trade hub, according to Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for…
Cameroonian Ambassador: China’s Ethnic-Cultural Approach to Poverty Alleviation Offers Lessons for African Communities
The anti-poverty work in southwest China’s Yunnan Province demonstrates the importance of tailoring poverty alleviation strategies to local conditions while respecting cultural traditions, Cameroon’s ambassador…
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov: Russia conducts 90% of trade with BRICS countries in national currencies
The BRICS states are working to ensure smooth settlements, and significant progress has already been made: the share of national currencies in Russia’s trade with…
Sentle Rabale highlighted the valuable lessons China’s efforts hold for African nations
Calling China’s progress in poverty alleviation a “huge milestone,” Lesotho’s ambassador to China Kenneth Sentle Rabale praised its significant achievements in poverty reduction over the…
Unisa Launches Pioneering Multisectoral Forum at G20 Africa Investment Summit
The University of South Africa (Unisa) made history on 25 April 2025 by hosting the launch of the Academia-Public-Private-Diplomatic Corps Forum at the G20 Africa…
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Suez Canal Economic Zone Signs Contracts Worth US$38 Million
The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) announced that it has attracted US$38 million in investments for two new projects in the Qantara West Industrial Zone.
The projects, which will cover an area of 137,000 square metres, will focus on food processing and textile production, creating around 1,450 jobs. This is reported by Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS.
Waleid Gamal El-Din, Chairperson of the SCZONE said that the signing of theseREAD MORE
Brazil Plans to Significantly Increase Oil Production by 2025
Brazil’s oil production is expected to reach 3.6 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2025, up about 6 per cent from an accumulated average of 3.4 million bpd this year through October, according to the data from the Brazilian Petroleum Institute (IBP).
Brazil could earn 120 billion reals (US$19,4 billion) from oil in 2025, according to a study by the Brazilian Institute of Oil and Gas (IBP). This is reported by Brasil 247, aREAD MORE
High-level Forum Presents Visions to Boost China-Africa and South-South Cooperation for Mutual Benefit
The economic clout of developing countries is rising amid tectonic shifts in global affairs. This trend has led to discussions on the sustainable development of the Global South and calls for greater participation by developing countries in global governance. Following the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) held in September, which set new ground for China-Africa cooperation, the 2024 China International Import Expo (CIIE) – another major event – held from 5 to 10 November, continued toREAD MORE
Egypt Unveils Dynamic Cultural Strategy to Strengthen Global Influence
Egypt’s Ministry of Culture has launched an ambitious strategy aimed at redefining its cultural identity and boosting its influence on both domestic and international stages. This is reported by Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS.
The initiative was presented during a meeting between Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Culture Ahmed Fouad Hanno, who outlined a comprehensive plan to revitalise Egypt’s cultural sector.
Minister Hanno detailed the Ministry’s modern approach,READ MORE
South African Celebrity Christmas Messages
Popular soapie Skeem Saam’s actors and actresses from Limpopo, who had attended the 2024 Mapungubwe Arts Festival in Polokwane, took time to wish African Times readers Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Award-winning South African actress Lethabo Mekoa, and popular actor Mahlatse Moropo, also reflected on the year that was, and shared their New Year Resolutions. They had a light moment with journalist Nomazulu Moyo on the sidelines of the festival.
A Journey to the Heart of Wildlife Conservation: Visiting the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center
Nestled in the heart of Limpopo’s wild and untamed landscapes, the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center (HESC) stands as a beacon of hope for the preservation of South Africa’s most vulnerable wildlife.
With a mission to rehabilitate, breed, and protect endangered species, the center plays a pivotal role in the conservation of some of the world’s most iconic and threatened animals.
On my visit to HESC, I had the opportunity to witness firsthand the incredible work being done to safeguard speciesREAD MORE
Tourism Minister Urges Zimbabweans in South Africa to Explore and Invest in Their Homeland
Zimbabwe’s Minister of Tourism and Hospitality, Barbara Rwodzi, has passionately called on Zimbabweans living in the diaspora to visit and explore their home country, especially during the festive season.
Speaking at the Tourism Diaspora Engagement Forum on December 6, 2024, at Hotel Sky in Sandton, Johannesburg, Rwodzi emphasized the importance of reconnecting with Zimbabwe’s diverse attractions and supporting the local economy.
“Zimbabweans should visit their country. Don’t just stay home—go out and explore Zimbabwe,” Rwodzi urged the audience of ZimbabweansREAD MORE
Capitec Bank Fined R56 Million For Failing To Comply With FICA Regulations
The Prudential Authority (PA), an entity of the South African Reserve Bank tasked with monitoring banks, has fined Capitec Bank R56 million for failing to comply with some provisions of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA), mainly enacted to prevent money laundering.
The PA accused the bank of failing to comply with certain provisions of the FIC Act 38 of 2001.
The fine was announced on Friday last week through a press statement.
“The sanctions consist of seven cautions, oneREAD MORE
Nine Countries Confirm Their Readiness to Become BRICS Partners
On 1 January 2025, Belarus, Bolivia, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Thailand, Uganda, and Uzbekistan will become BRICS partner countries, Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov said at a briefing.
According to him, they have reiterated their willingness to receive such a status. He also noted that Moscow is waiting for a response from another four countries.
The partner countries will also be able to make their own proposals, but will not take part in agreeing documents and voting.
The BRICS statesREAD MORE
Case Against Suspects Accused of Trying to Kill SARS Advocate Probing Shauwn Mkhize Postponed
The case against two men accused of trying to kill Advocate Coreth Naude who was to preside over a SARS committee investigating the tax affairs of high-flying Durban businesswoman, Shauwn Mkhize and her son, Andile Mpisane has been postponed to December 30 this year.
The men, who cannot be named until they have pleaded, were nabbed in Cape Town after almost five months of investigation.
Naude survived an assassination attempt on 18 July this year outside a hotel in Umhlanga,READ MORE