Egypt’s Pyramids FC have etched their name into African football history after clinching their first-ever CAF Super Cup title with a 1-0 victory over Morocco’s RS Berkane over the weekend at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, Egypt. The decisive moment came in the 75th minute, when Congolese forward Fiston Mayele found the back of… Continue reading Pyramids FC Make History with Maiden CAF Super Cup Triumph
South Africa to Develop Nationwide Early Warning System for Natural Disasters
Authorities in the Republic of South Africa have begun work on establishing a nationwide early warning system for natural disasters. The government aims to complete the project by the end of 2027, according to Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa. He made the announcement at a G20 ministerial meeting in Cape Town… Continue reading South Africa to Develop Nationwide Early Warning System for Natural Disasters
Food and Agriculture Organisation of United Nations Marks its 80th Anniversary
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent his congratulations to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on the occasion of its anniversary, while Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva expressed his gratitude for the organisation’s work. During the anniversary celebrations, FAO presented awards for the best projects in agricultural development. The Brazilian… Continue reading Food and Agriculture Organisation of United Nations Marks its 80th Anniversary
Morocco Conquers the World for U20 Title
Morocco upset Argentina to win their first ever FIFA U20 World Cup. Yassir Zabiri’s double proved to be the difference in a dramatic decider played in Chile’s capital, Santiago. Morocco is only the second African team to win the competition after Ghana, whom Andre Ayew helped to glory in 2009. Argentina were the overwhelming favourites.… Continue reading Morocco Conquers the World for U20 Title
Vladimir Putin: Russia Intends to Deepen Cooperation with BRICS in Nuclear Sector
Russia’s energy system is one of the largest in the world, with generation facilities having a total installed capacity of almost 270 GW. This was stated by President Vladimir Putin during the plenary session of the Russian Energy Week. The head of state also emphasised that Russia’s energy balance is among the greenest in the… Continue reading Vladimir Putin: Russia Intends to Deepen Cooperation with BRICS in Nuclear Sector
Sports Minister Demands Answers from SAFA, Contacts FIFA
Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton Mckenzie has urged the South African Football Association (SAFA) to take responsibility for the yellow card saga. The matter relates to Bafana Bafana being docked three points for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, during the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The blunder cost Bafana Bafana three points… Continue reading Sports Minister Demands Answers from SAFA, Contacts FIFA
South Africa Secures Chinese Market Access for Stone Fruits
South Africa’s Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, signed a trade protocol in Shanghai with his Chinese counterpart Sun Meijun of the General Administration of Customs. The agreement allows for the first time the entry of five South African stone fruit varieties into the Chinese market. The products covered by the deal include apricots, peaches, nectarines,… Continue reading South Africa Secures Chinese Market Access for Stone Fruits
Bafana Captain Reflects on Good and Bad Moments
On Tuesday this week, South Africa breathed a collective sigh of relief when Bafana Bafana crossed the line first in Group C and qualified for the FIFA 2026 World Cup, ahead of Nigeria and Benin. “I don’t think we, as players, realise what we’ve done here. This is history, and I’m so proud to be… Continue reading Bafana Captain Reflects on Good and Bad Moments
De-Industrialisation Under the Microscope: Leaders, Businesses, and Civil Society Unite in Heidelberg to Save Small Town Economies
Government officials, business leaders, and civil society organisations converged in Heidelberg this week for a crucial symposium addressing one of South Africa’s growing crises, the socio-economic impact of de-industrialisation on small towns. Hosted jointly by the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) and the Lesedi Black Business Forum (LBBF), the symposium aimed to… Continue reading De-Industrialisation Under the Microscope: Leaders, Businesses, and Civil Society Unite in Heidelberg to Save Small Town Economies
City Power Board Reaffirms Confidence in CEO After Forensic Review
City Power has reaffirmed its confidence in its leadership after an independent forensic investigation cleared Chief Executive Officer Tshifularo Mashava and her executive team of any wrongdoing. The City Power Board announced that an independent review, commissioned earlier this year through the Audit and Risk Committee, found “no factual substantiation” for the allegations made in… Continue reading City Power Board Reaffirms Confidence in CEO After Forensic Review