European Council President António Costa has praised South Africa for what he described as strong leadership and remarkable progress in advancing commitments made during the Cape Town summit eight months ago. Costa spoke in Johannesburg on Thursday during a press briefing held after a meeting between European Union leaders President Ursula von der Leyen and… Continue reading South Africa Receives EU Support for G20
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Mozambique and European Union Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Digital Transformation
The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Mozambique’s digital transformation agenda, underlining the importance of establishing integrated cooperation mechanisms to drive a safe, inclusive, and sustainable digital transition. The pledge was made during a high-level meeting held on Tuesday in Maputo between Mozambique’s Ministry of Communications and Digital Transformation and a visiting… Continue reading Mozambique and European Union Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Digital Transformation
Xi Urges China, France to be Reliable Forces for Maintaining International 0rder
BEIJING – Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday urged China and France to be reliable forces for maintaining international order, open forces for promoting global growth and progressive forces for guiding multilateral cooperation. Speaking to French President Emmanuel Macron over phone, Xi called on China and France to jointly safeguard the UN authority and status,… Continue reading Xi Urges China, France to be Reliable Forces for Maintaining International 0rder
CAF and European Union Conclude Historic Partnership
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the European Union (EU) today concluded a historic partnership agreement that will see EU sponsor the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (“AFCON) 2025 and 2027, the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2024 and the CAF African Schools Football Championship. The agreement was signed by CAF… Continue reading CAF and European Union Conclude Historic Partnership
UNISA Strengthens International Partnerships with Hungarian Universities
UNISA has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Óbuda University in Hungary to boost collaboration in engineering and technology disciplines that are central to Unisa’s 10 catalytic niche areas. This follows a similar deal signed earlier in 2025 with Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary’s oldest and largest university. The agreements were finalised during the Hungarian-South… Continue reading UNISA Strengthens International Partnerships with Hungarian Universities
The Expulsion of Ambassador Rasool, Financial Backing from the EU, and the Unexpected yet Calculated invitation to Zelensky Signal that South Africa is Reshaping its international Posture
In a bold display of independence that is rattling traditional diplomatic circles, South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has signaled a clear break with the United States, a move that has not only shocked Washington but also redefined the nation’s foreign policy. This weekend, Washington expelled Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, giving him just 72 hours to leave… Continue reading The Expulsion of Ambassador Rasool, Financial Backing from the EU, and the Unexpected yet Calculated invitation to Zelensky Signal that South Africa is Reshaping its international Posture
The Green Electricity Market Is Growing By Leaps And Bounds In China
By purchasing Green Electricity Certificates (GECs), the organisers of the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) have succeeded in making the once energy-intensive event more environmentally friendly. A few days before its opening in Shanghai at the beginning of November, the CIIE concluded a deal for 10,000 GECs with the Shanghai branch of China Huadian… Continue reading The Green Electricity Market Is Growing By Leaps And Bounds In China
South Africa Launches G20 Presidency, Pledges to Promote Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability
South Africa has officially assumed the G20 Presidency, launching its term under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability.” At a press conference held in Cape Town on December 03, President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined the priorities of this historic presidency, which is the first time an African nation will lead the G20. Ramaphosa emphasised the need… Continue reading South Africa Launches G20 Presidency, Pledges to Promote Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability
‘Greening’ Of The Empire: Climate Change And Its Discourses Blindside Marikana And Its Consequences
Climate change is often described as a crisis that affects everyone, demanding urgent action to prevent widespread devastation from storms and rising seas. However, a significant concern is that climate change discussions are not open to everyone for engagement or inquiry. This exclusion is not accidental but a deliberate tactic to promote specific agendas and… Continue reading ‘Greening’ Of The Empire: Climate Change And Its Discourses Blindside Marikana And Its Consequences
Report: Develop Environment, Climate Cooperation As New Engine Of China-EU Partnership
A think tank report released globally on Friday has called for developing environment and climate cooperation between China and the European Union (EU), and making it a new engine for bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership. The report, titled “China-EU Cooperation on Environment and Climate: Progress and Prospects,” was jointly released by the Research Center for Xi… Continue reading Report: Develop Environment, Climate Cooperation As New Engine Of China-EU Partnership