Mbekezeli Mbokazi Takes Home R10 Million
Former Orlando Pirates central defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s salary at his new club, Chicago Fire, hasREAD MORE
EFF Demands Immediate President Cyril Ramaphosa Impeachment Committee After ConCourt Bombshell
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has formally written to Parliament demanding the immediate establishment of an impeachment committee against President Cyril Ramaphosa following Friday’s landmark…
Dubai Launches Advanced Genomics Laboratory to Detect Foodborne Viruses
New high-tech facility uses cutting-edge genetic analysis to strengthen food safety and public health protection Dubai Municipality has launched a pioneering genomics laboratory designed to…
China’s Zero-Tariff Policy Injects New Momentum Into Africa’s Economy: Malagasy Economist
“China’s interest in Africa is truly aimed at supporting the continent’s development,” a Malagasy economist said, praising China’s zero-tariff policy as a boost to Africa’s…
ConCourt Revives President Cyril Ramaphosa Impeachment Over Phala Phala Saga
The Constitutional Court has ruled that Parliament acted inconsistently with the Constitution when it blocked the impeachment process against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the Phala…
Zimbabwe and Belarus Expand Sports Cooperation Through New Agreement
Partnership will support athlete training, skills development and international sporting exchanges Zimbabwe and Belarus have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation in…
Xi’s Spring Diplomacy Injects Stability Into Volatile World
BEIJING, May 8 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping has been busy this spring, leading efforts to drive international cooperation, share development opportunities and uphold…
Defiant Vhembe District Mayor Fredah Nkondo Ignores ANC Instruction to Resign
DEFIANT Vhembe District Mayor Tsakani Fredah Nkondo has vowed to ignore the Limpopo ANC’s instruction to resign or be recalled. Nkondo confirmed to African Times…
Mozambique Raises Fuel Prices Amid Middle East Conflict and Supply Crisis
The Mozambican government has sharply increased fuel prices, with diesel rising by 45.5% and petrol by 12.1% per litre from today, citing soaring international oil…
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Egypt Reaches 1.1 Million Tonnes of Methanol Output as Exports Expand
The country’s petrochemical sector continues to grow, supported by stable production and international cooperation
Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi has announced that Egypt produces approximately 1.1 million tonnes of methanol annually, fully meeting domestic industrial demand while exporting surplus volumes to global markets, reports Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS.
The minister emphasised the strategic importance of methanol production in supporting local industries and enhancing exportREAD MORE
Russian AI Model Enables Earlier Detection of Pancreatic Cancer from CT Scans
Neural network system identifies tumours with high accuracy, offering new support tool for clinicians
Researchers at the Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University, a partner of TV BRICS, have developed an artificial intelligence model capable of detecting early-stage pancreatic cancer from computed tomography (CT) scans, in collaboration with scientists from Southern Federal University.
According to the official website of Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University, pancreatic cancer is often diagnosed at advanced stages,READ MORE
DA Pressures Cyril Ramaphosa to Act on Joburg Financial Crisis
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng has intensified calls for urgent intervention in the City of Johannesburg, demanding that President Cyril Ramaphosa place the metro under financial administration amid worsening concerns over collapsing service delivery and the city’s deteriorating finances.
The renewed pressure comes after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana issued a strongly worded letter to Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero, warning of serious breaches of municipal finance laws and regulations.
The letter, titled “Transgressions of the Budget Laws and Associated RegulatoryREAD MORE
NCC MP Fadiel Adams Remains Behind Bars
National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader and Member of Parliament Fadiel Adams will remain behind bars after the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court postponed his bail application to 13 May 2026.
The postponement came after state prosecutors requested additional time to prepare their opposition to bail, arguing that the matter is serious and involves allegations of interference in the long-running investigation into the assassination of former ANC Youth League (ANCYL) leader Sindiso Magaqa.
Adams made his first appearance in the KwaZulu-Natal court onREAD MORE
Dates and Times Confirmed for Champions League Final
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has shared details of the Champions League final, which will be played over two legs between South African side Mamelodi Sundowns and Morocco’s FAR Rabat.
The first leg will take place in Pretoria, South Africa, on Sunday, 17 May at 14h00 GMT (16h00 local time), before the decisive return leg in Rabat on Sunday, 24 May at 19h00 GMT (20h00 local time).
The final brings together two former champions of Africa’s premier club competition,READ MORE
Brazil’s Tourism Sector Creates 86,000 Jobs and Surpasses 2.4 Million Workforce Milestone
Strong employment growth highlights tourism as a key driver of economic expansion
Brazil’s tourism sector has added more than 86,000 formal jobs over the past year, pushing total employment beyond 2.4 million and reinforcing the industry’s role as a major engine of economic growth, reports Brazil’s Ministry of Tourism.
According to official labour data for March 2026, the sector generated 86,826 new registered jobs between March 2025 and March 2026, bringingREAD MORE
India Launches 15,000 AI Scholarships to Boost Creative Industry Skills
National initiative targets media, entertainment and digital sectors with focus on generative AI and practical training
India has unveiled a nationwide initiative offering 15,000 scholarships to train professionals in artificial intelligence for the creative industries, marking a major push to strengthen skills in the country’s rapidly expanding digital economy, as reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS.
The programme, announced by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is designed toREAD MORE
Mozambique Vows Shift from Raw Exports to Industrial Powerhouse, President Tells Energy Conference
Mozambique will no longer accept being merely an exporter of raw materials, President Daniel Chapo declared, setting out an ambitious vision to transform the country’s vast natural resources into a foundation for industrialisation, economic diversification and shared prosperity.
A New Economic Vision
Delivering a keynote address at the 12th Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition (MMEC) in Maputo, the president outlined a decisive shift in economic strategy—one aimed at ensuring that the extraction of resources translates into tangible benefitsREAD MORE
Mozambican Businesses Warn of “Severe” Impact from Fuel Crisis as Government Seeks Alternatives
Mozambican business leaders have warned of the “severe” impact of the ongoing fuel crisis, saying shortages are disrupting the movement of workers and goods and threatening the normal functioning of companies, while the government scrambles to secure alternative fuel supplies.
Speaking at the opening of the 12th Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition in Maputo, the vice-president of the Confederation of Economic Associations (CTA), Onório Manuel, said the scarcity of fuel is beginning to paralyse economic activity.
“The lackREAD MORE
China Advances Smart City Governance With AI-Driven Public Services and Digital Infrastructure
International officials highlight efficiency, real-time management and citizen-focused solutions as key to sustainable urban development
The Chinese city of Xi’an is strengthening its position as a benchmark for smart urban governance, demonstrating how digital technologies and data-driven systems can enhance public services, improve efficiency, and support sustainable development.
According to China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS, officials and urban management experts from multiple countries, including Egypt and Oman, examined theREAD MORE