The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, is the most important celebration in China. It is a cherished occasion for families to reunite, share festive meals, and honour the memory of their ancestors. The Spring Festival holds profound cultural, social, and historical significance. For the Chinese people, the Spring Festival is a celebration… Continue reading The Chinese New Year is Full of Folklores, Rituals, Norms and Symbolism
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Exploring the Symbolism of Snakes in Different Cultures
From the mythic tales of ancient China to the spiritual practices of West Africa, and from the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs to the emblematic symbols of healing in Greece, the snake has woven itself into the fabric of human culture. Whether as a symbol of fertility, wisdom, healing, or mystery, the snake continues to inspire… Continue reading Exploring the Symbolism of Snakes in Different Cultures
Inscription onto the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List Shows the Growing Popularity and Recognition of Chinese Spring Festival
The Spring Festival is the most cherished occasion in China when people gather with their families to celebrate the traditional New Year. A “special gift” this year has given them an additional reason to celebrate. On 4 December 2024, the Spring Festival was inscribed onto the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity… Continue reading Inscription onto the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List Shows the Growing Popularity and Recognition of Chinese Spring Festival
Wang Yi Says China to Provide Support for Namibia’s Modernization Drive
China is ready to work with Namibia to promote the implementation of the 10 partnership actions proposed at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Summit in Namibia, and provide support for Namibia to accelerate its modernization, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the… Continue reading Wang Yi Says China to Provide Support for Namibia’s Modernization Drive
Iran, Africa Establish Joint Committee On Agriculture
At the 2nd Iran-Africa Summit in Tehran, a joint Iran-Africa Agriculture and Water Resources Committee was established. Representatives of the Ministries of Agriculture discussed prospects for co-operation as well as public and private sector experiences in water supply and irrigation. This is reported by Tehran Times, a partner of TV BRICS. The opening ceremony of… Continue reading Iran, Africa Establish Joint Committee On Agriculture
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula: A Renowned Defender Of The Rights Of Women, Children, And The Poorest People In Africa
JOHANNESBURG – Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is a prominent feminist, activist, and defender of the rights of women, children, and the poorest people in Africa. Born in a small village on the outskirts of Zambia, she suffered inequality and injustice at an early age. She saw bright moments of opportunity amidst hardship and ignorance. Her dedication to… Continue reading Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula: A Renowned Defender Of The Rights Of Women, Children, And The Poorest People In Africa
Does Africa Need Strong States or Freedom To Rise Politically And Economically?
Believe it or not, the African continent usually picks its political strength from South Africa’s leadership. When South Africa is weak, it replicates across the Continent. Who will lead in this direction? Is South Africa failing as a pioneer strong state? In the Federalist Paper no 51, one of America’s founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton, wrote: “If… Continue reading Does Africa Need Strong States or Freedom To Rise Politically And Economically?