South African Trade Consul Visits Macau Suppliers Association to Explore New Opportunities for Economic and Trade Cooperation
9 March 2026
On 3 March 2026, Stella Sigcau, Consul, Political and Economic, from the South African Consulate General accredited to Hong Kong and Macau, attended a symposium with the Macau Suppliers Association.
SADC officials confront trade, food security and infrastructure gaps at Pretoria meeting
9 March 2026
Ambassador Tebogo Seokolo has urged senior officials from across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region to confront “uncomfortable realities” around trade, food security and infrastructure, as they work to accelerate regional integration and economic development.
SA agriculture posts record exports, despite global headwinds
6 March 2026
South Africa’s agricultural sector has delivered a record export performance in the fourth quarter of 2025, underscoring its resilience and global competitiveness, despite significant headwinds in the global trading environment.
Artificial intelligence for all: how BRICS becomes major player in AI market
What was discussed at the "AI Impact Summit 2026" in New Delhi and why did its outcomes make it clear that the geography of AI is shifting towards the Global South? Read about this and more in the TV BRICS report
TV BRICS - 6 March 2026
India hosted the largest international summit on artificial intelligence, the AI Impact Summit 2026. The event brought together representatives of more than 100 countries, including all BRICS states, as well as leaders of the global technology business.
Natural gas development critical for African transition
5 March 2026
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has made a robust defence for natural gas development, framing it as essential to industrialisation and a “just and realistic energy transition” for the continent.
Lekota life was one of resilience, courage and steadfast belief in justice
5 March 2026
President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended heartfelt condolences, following the passing of veteran politician and struggle stalwart, Mosiuoa Lekota, describing him as a patriot whose life was deeply intertwined with South Africa’s liberation and democratic journey.
President Xi Jinping attends opening meeting of NPC annual session
CGTN - 5 March 2026
The 14th National People's Congress (NPC), China's national legislature, opened its fourth session at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday. President Xi Jinping and other Chinese leaders attended the opening meeting.
From negotiation to nationhood: SA celebrates 30 Years of the Constitution
3 March 2026
Thirty years after South Africa chose the rule of law over division and human rights over rule by exclusion, the country on Monday began the commemoration of 30 Years of the Constitution – a world-renowned document born from negotiation, compromise and public participation on an unprecedented scale.
Indian scientists unveil air conditioning system that cuts energy use by one third
Innovative humidity-control technology developed at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi reuses waste heat to deliver efficient cooling
TV BRICS
3 March 2026
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi have developed a prototype air conditioning system capable of reducing electricity consumption by around one-third, offering a potential breakthrough in energy-efficient cooling, as reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS.
Chinese researchers set new 6G benchmark in fibre-wireless data transmission
Integrated communication platform delivers record-breaking speeds and advances foundation for next generation 6G networks
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SA urges citizens across Middle East to register with embassies
3 March 2026
South Africa has called on all its citizens currently in the Middle East to urgently contact the relevant South African embassies accredited to their countries of residence to ensure that they are registered, and that their whereabouts are known to officials amid heightened regional tensions.
Brazil introduces new genetic test to detect rare diseases into its healthcare system
Whole Exome Sequencing reduces wait time for diagnosis from 7 years to up to 6 months and is expected to benefit 13 million Brazilians
TV BRICS
3 March 2026
A new innovative genetic test is now available in the Unified Health System (SUS), according to an announcement by the Ministry of Health, reported by Metrópoles, a partner of TV BRICS.
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