Rulani Mokwena Off to a Flying Start in Libya

Rulani Mokwena Off to a Flying Start in Libya

South African coach Rulani Mokwena has hit the ground running in Libyan football with threeREAD MORE

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Gives Nod to Lt General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s Contract Extension

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal has given his full nod to have the contract of the province’s police commissioner, Lt General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, renewed. Premier Thamsanqa…

SAPS Shootout Claims Five Lives in KZN

Five suspects believed to be behind a string of violent crimes in KwaZulu-Natal were shot and killed during a shootout with police in the early…

Antoine Semenyo
Ghanaian Antoine Semenyo Moves to Manchester City

Nine-time Premier League champions Manchester City have triggered the release clause for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo. City have agreed to meet Semenyo’s £65 million (R1.4…

Hugo Broos Backs African Coaches

Previously, many African teams were guided by foreign coaches in major tournaments such as the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In recent years, however, African mentors…

Andy Mothibi
MK Party, EFF Challenge NDPP Appointment

The appointment of Advocate Andy Mothibi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) has drawn strong and divergent reactions from political parties, with…

Andy Mothibi
Ramaphosa Appoints Mothibi as Prosecutions Boss

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocate Andy Mothibi as South Africa’s new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), with effect from 1 February 2026. Advocate…

AFCON 2025
Heavyweights Collide as AFCON 2025 Quarter-Final Clashes Confirmed

The quarter-final line-up for the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 has been confirmed, setting up a series of heavyweight clashes as Africa’s biggest football…

Dominguez
End of an Era: Dominguez and the Quiet Farewell of Mozambique’s Golden Generation

For Mozambique, the final whistle against Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 did more than end a tournament run. It marked the close…

CHINA

China Learns to Extract Drinking Water From Air

Specialists from Shanghai Jiao Tong University have developed a technology that makes it possible to collect drinking water from the atmosphere. This was reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS.

The development is based on three processes: condensation, liquid absorption by an absorbent or adsorbent, and a heat pump. Experts explained that the main challenge of extracting atmospheric water lies in adapting to complex and variable climatic conditions. The technology makes it possible to operateREAD MORE

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AI

Indian Scientists Apply AI for Personalised Cancer Treatment

Scientists at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences have introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system that may transform the traditional approach to cancer treatment. This is reported by IANS, a TV BRICS partner, citing India’s Ministry of Science and Technology.

In previous decades, doctors relied on assessing the size and extent of tumour spread. The new system evaluates the molecular individuality of the disease, which explains why two patients with the same stage ofREAD MORE

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Russia

Russia and Nigeria Outline Expanded Agenda for Economic and Scientific Partnership as Diplomatic Ties Mark 65 Years

Russia has reaffirmed its intention to broaden cooperation with Nigeria in several priority sectors, highlighting the untapped potential of bilateral trade and the need for renewed institutional mechanisms to support long-term partnership. This is reported by NAN, a partner of TV BRICS.

Speaking in Abuja at an event marking the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Andrey Pudelyshev, emphasised that the next phase of cooperation should focus on energy, agriculture, transport, natural resources,READ MORE

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KT Molefe

KT Molefe’s Bodyguards Arrested with AKM Rifles

Two bodyguards of alleged kingpin Katiso “KT” Molefe were arrested outside the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday after being found in possession of two semi-automatic AKM rifles and ammunition without valid permits. The arrests took place as Molefe, who is facing charges of fraud, corruption, and money laundering, attended a separate hearing in his ongoing legal matters. Molefe is currently out on R400 000 bail and remains subject to conditions that include regular reporting to authorities.

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BRICS

People’s BRICS Summit Begins in Rio as Brazil’s Presidency of Group Ends

The city of Rio de Janeiro is hosting the People’s BRICS Summit from 1 to 4 December as part of the agenda of the BRICS Civil Council. The event is expected to attract around 150 guests from 21 countries, according to information from Brasil 247, a partner of TV BRICS.

The summit aims to establish a communication link between popular movements and BRICS, fostering debate on expanding the participation of the civil society of the Global SouthREAD MORE

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Tembisa Hospital

Hawks Officer and Tembisa Hospital Official Out on Bail

Two accused persons, Zacharia Chisele, 53, an official at Tembisa Hospital, and Sergeant Papi Tsie, 41, a Hawks officer, have been granted bail of R5 000 each by the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court. Both face charges of corruption following an alleged attempt to influence an ongoing investigation.

The two were arrested after an alleged incident on 23 November 2025, when they reportedly met with a Hawks investigating officer handling a corruption probe at Tembisa Hospital. DuringREAD MORE

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Ramaphosa and Chapo

Ramaphosa and Chapo Pledge Deeper Cooperation

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique have concluded the 4th Session of the Mozambique-South Africa Bi-National Commission in Maputo, reaffirming their countries’ commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation. The session brought together ministers, senior officials, and technical experts to assess progress since the 3rd Commission meeting in Pretoria in 2022 and to sign new Memoranda of Understanding.

Ramaphosa said the meeting demonstrated the shared responsibility of both countries to ensure that current and future generations benefitREAD MORE

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VUT

VUT Ordered to Explain Delay in Degree Syndicate Probe

Minister of Higher Education Buti Manamela has directed the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) Council to provide an urgent explanation for what he described as an unacceptable delay in acting on allegations of a degree-selling syndicate operating within the institution. The allegations involve foreign nationals and have raised concerns about the integrity of the national higher education system.

According to the Ministry, the Department had previously indicated that it would await the outcome of VUT’s internal investigation into the claims.READ MORE

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UPDATE: Reappointed Zulu Traditional Prime Minister Tasked With Providing Strategic Direction of Kingdom

The reappointed traditional prime minister of the Zulu monarch and nation, Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has been tasked with leading the Prime Minister’s Executive Council (PMEC), a new governance instrument designed to strengthen coordination, accountability, and the strategic direction of the Kingdom.

The task was given to Buthelezi on Tuesday night at the Mashobeni royal palace in Pongola by King Misuzulu KaZwelithini when he reappointed him to the position, a year after he was relieved of hisREAD MORE

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Esau Kenyada

Malawian Legendary Striker Succumbs to Liver Cancer

Barely 24 hours after asking for prayers, former Jomo Cosmos and Polokwane City striker Esau Kanyenda lost the fight against cancer at the age of 43.

His death appeared to have been sudden. The Malawian was always in good spirits on his official Facebook account, talking football.

On Monday, however, he dropped a bombshell, and the football community was left reeling.

“Hello everyone!! Just to let you know that I’m diagnosed with liver cancer here in the UK (United Kingdom).READ MORE

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