Vietnam’s pilot of crypto trading market a bold step towards global fintech standards say experts
The resolution highlights Vietnam’s cautious yet progressive entry into the regulated cryptocurrency market, establishing strict control and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of both domestic and foreign organisations and individuals.

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Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Government’s Resolution No. 05/2025/NQ-CP on the five-year pilot of crypto asset trading goes beyond keeping pace with global fintech trends to reflect the country’s pioneering role in setting international governance standards for this area, according to insiders.

Mpondo Festival promotes Gender Dignity and Economic Development

by HRH Stella Sigcau and TDS

19 September 2025

The rolling hills of the Eastern Cape came alive with colour, rhythm, and the beating heart of tradition as the amaMpondo hosted the 19th Mpondo Culture and Heritage Festival and the 17th Mpondo Reed Dance in September 2025. Against the vibrant backdrop of song, dance, and the swirl of traditional attire, leaders from across Southern Africa gathered to reaffirm the power of culture as a unifying force and a tool for social and economic progress.

Cinematic Journeys Without Borders

European Film Festival in South Africa 2025

16 September 2025

The 12th European Film Festival in South Africa is a cinematic journey in search of love, identity, family, and belonging. Ten contemporary European films reflect on the realities of Europe and its place in the world now. Their strong characters in unusual situations, carefully crafted stories, and breathtaking landscapes make these films a road trip for the heart and mind.

Ethiopian cultural ensemble performs in Russia

Concerts featuring 77 artists from Ethiopia were held in Moscow and St. Petersburg

TV BRICS | 16 September 2025

The KIN Ethiopia's Cultural Troupe toured Russia as part of the Ethiopia's Culture Rising programme. Concerts were held at the Alexandrinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg and at the Moscow Philharmonic Hall named after S. V. Rachmaninoff.

Mzansi Ballet Announces Year-End Production: Sean Bovim’s Private Presley – The Ballet

16 September 2025

Johannesburg, South Africa – Mzansi Ballet is thrilled to unveil its highly anticipated year-end production: Private Presley – The Ballet. This newly reimagined version of the popular ballet originally created by Sean Bovim offers a fresh and emotionally resonant perspective on the life and legend of Elvis Presley.

Zimbabwe's gold production surges 23% in August 2025

With this momentum, Zimbabwe is on track to exceed its full-year target of 40 tonnes

TV BRICS | 16 September 2025

Zimbabwe’s gold production has surged by 23 per cent year-on-year, reaching 4,189 tonnes in August 2025, up from 3,418 tonnes in the same period last year. 

Malaysia marks 68th Hari Merdeka and 62nd Malaysia Day in Pretoria

by Anisha Pemjee - TDS

15 September 2025

As South Africa prepares to host the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg this November, and Malaysia recently assumed BRICS Partner Country status, the two nations are deepening diplomatic and economic ties grounded in a shared commitment to multilateralism, inclusive development, and global justice.

Photo exhibition held in Maputo to mark 50th anniversary of China-Mozambique diplomatic ties

MAPUTO, 15 September 2025 (Xinhua) -- A photo exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Mozambique opened Friday at the Mozambique-China Cultural Center in the Mozambican capital of Maputo.

Minister Tuggar Calls for Recalibration of Nigeria’s Foreign Policy

Oru Leonard
14 September 2025

The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has called for a recalibration of Nigeria’s foreign policy to meet the demands of a rapidly changing global order. He made this call while delivering a guest lecture titled “Navigating Realities: Aligning Nigeria’s Foreign Policy Practice with Emerging Global Dynamics” at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), Lagos.

Joint Commission: Nigeria, Angola Sign Pact

Oru Leonard 
14 September 2025

The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of Angola have signed two agreements consisting of cooperation on combating illicit production, manufacture and trafficking in narcotic drugs, psychological substances and their precursors as well as on cultural cooperation and exchange.

Ethiopia’s coffee industry generates US$2.7 billion in exports

The sector supports over 20 million farmers nationwide

TV BRICS | 16 Sepember 2025

Ethiopia’s coffee sector has undergone a dramatic shift, transforming from a relatively modest export activity into one of the country’s largest economic drivers. This is reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS, citing the Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture.