The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is taking part in the 8th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GP2025), being held from 2–6 June 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland. This international event brings together leaders from across the world to discuss how to reduce the impact of disasters, especially as extreme weather events grow more frequent and dangerous. SADC, through its Secretariat, is using the platform to share its experiences, learn from others, and strengthen its commitment to building resilience in…

Africa stands at a pivotal moment. From the devastating impacts of climate change to persistent human rights violations and escalating economic disputes, the continent faces challenges that demand bold, homegrown solutions. The African Court of Justice (ACJ), envisioned as a cornerstone of African judicial sovereignty, remains dormant; a promise unfulfilled. As the African Union (AU) navigates a rapidly changing global landscape, the time to operationalise the ACJ is now. A Vision for African Justice Conceived in the AU’s Constitutive Act…

Infrastructure and energy are two important areas for African countries to achieve sustainable development, as well as are among the priorities in the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the continent’s ambitious development blueprint. In February, Lerato Mataboge was elected as the African Union Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy. She is a global policy and trade and investment facilitation expert and was the deputy director general in the South African Department of Trade, Industry and Competition when she was elected.  Before she…

The United Arab Emirates has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering strong cooperation with the African Union (AU). During a recent meeting between Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), and the UAE Ambassador to Ethiopia Mohamed Salem Al-Rashedi, both sides discussed ways to expand their partnership. The talks, highlighted in an AU press release, focused on boosting UAE investments in critical African sectors. As reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS, Youssouf emphasised the…

Many African thinkers and experts have long spoken about the potential economic power of the continent and what should be done to realize this potential. Our leaders of yesteryear have clearly outlined a program of action meant to achieve the stated objectives.  The internal strives within many countries that have pioneered this project impacted at the pace and tempo of the implementation of this program. The major objective of the program adopted in 1963 by the Organization of African Unity…

As the world crosses the midpoint of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) timeline, Africa stands at a pivotal moment. With just five years left to hit the ambitious targets of Agenda 2030, the continent faces a stark reality: progress is real but uneven, and the clock is ticking. Are Africa’s 54 nations on track to end poverty, reduce inequality, and foster sustainable growth by 2030, or are they slipping behind? The answer, it seems, is both, depending on…

At the bustling Port of Abidjan in Cote d’Ivoire, cargo ships glide in and out as towering cranes hum with ceaseless activity. Once a bottleneck for trade, the port now stands as a symbol of transformation thanks to its recent expansion fueled by Chinese investment. This gateway to West Africa highlights Beijing’s deepening economic engagement with the continent, a dynamic partnership that is reshaping Africa’s trade and logistics landscape. Through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Africa’s infrastructure has taken…

The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network Africa has opened at Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. It is specified that the centre will host various educational programmes to train highly qualified professionals. In addition, the office will conduct research aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa. The UN noted that the decision to locate the office in Addis Ababa is due to the fact that…

The African Union Commission (AUC) elections held in Addis Ababa on February 15, 2025, have stirred up both political discourse and speculations about their impact on local politics in Kenya. The race for the position of AUC Chairperson saw Raila Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister, face stiff competition from Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf and Madagascar’s Richard Randriamandrato. After six rounds of voting, Odinga was eliminated in the final tally, with Youssouf securing 26 votes and Odinga managing 22.…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a message to the 38th African Union (AU) Summit, extending warm congratulations to African countries and people. Experts from African countries noted that the message highlights China’s unwavering commitment to China-Africa relations and its steadfast support for Africa’s independence, self-reliance and development. They said that China-Africa relations will continue to serve as a model of South-South cooperation, as the two sides work together on the path to modernization. STRONGER GLOBAL SOUTH COOPERATION In…