Brazilian city launches trial to replace diesel with renewable biofuel
Passo Fundo tests plant-based fuel for municipal fleet in move to cut emissions and advance sustainable transport
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31 March 2026
A city in southern Brazil has launched an ambitious pilot project to replace diesel with a renewable biofuel across its municipal vehicle fleet, marking a significant step towards cleaner urban transport, reports Metrópoles, a partner of TV BRICS.

Vladimir Putin calls on businesses to cooperate with BRICS countries in field of technology
The Russian President announced the launch of new projects in science and innovation with the group's partners
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31 March 2026
Russian President Vladimir Putin has emphasised the need to develop technological cooperation with BRICS countries. He made this announcement at the congress of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), according to the official website of the Kremlin.

Ethiopia and India deepen AI partnership to accelerate digital transformation
Nations strengthen partnerships in artificial intelligence and innovation, supporting digital transformation

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31 March 2026
Ethiopia and India have taken a new step towards strengthening bilateral cooperation in artificial intelligence and digital innovation, marking a new phase in their technology partnership, reports ENA, a partner of TV BRICS.

Kenya dispatches its first zero-tariff shipment to China
The shipment marks a milestone in Kenya’s export expansion under China’s zero-tariff policy for African goods
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31 March 2026
Kenya has officially sent its first cargo to China under a zero-tariff framework, a move leaders are describing as transformative for the country’s trade and economic growth, according to Kenyan Broadcasting Corporation.

Team from South Africa wins 8th African Spelling Bee championship in Zimbabwe
The competition is important for youth development, improving literacy, and fostering cultural exchange across the continent

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31 March 2024

A team from South Africa took first place in the 8th African Spelling Bee championship, held this year in Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare. This was reported on the organiser’s social media.

National school reconstruction programme in Indonesia creates over 238,000 jobs
It is part of projects by the country’s President Prabowo Subianto aimed at improving the national education system

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31 March 2023

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The Government of Indonesia has announced that the school modernisation programme has created 238,131 jobs across the country. This was reported by ANTARA, citing the Chief of the Presidential Staff Office (KSP) Muhammad Qodari.

91-Year-Old South African Jazz Legend Abdullah Ibrahim Delivers Historic Performance at Cape Town Jazz Festival 2026
BRICS Africa Channel

31 March 2026

At 91, South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim delivered a breathtaking and historic performance at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2026. Performing on the intimate Rosies Stage, the legendary pianist captivated audiences with a deeply reflective set that blended timeless compositions with emotive improvisation. The moment marked a return to his hometown roots, celebrating decades of musical excellence while reinforcing his global influence. His performance stood out as a defining highlight of CTIJF 2026, showcasing the enduring power of African jazz on the world stage. Watch the highlights on BRICS AFRICA CHANNEL via SABC+ and digital platforms.

Growing relations in the health sector between South Africa and the Hellenic Republic

Athens, Greece - 26 March 2026 

Distinguished Trauma Surgeons travelled from South Africa to Athens, during the month of March 2026, to lead medical training sessions and participate in a conference that was held at the Attikon University General Hospital. 

A New Revolution Has Begun

By Kirtan Bhana – TDS

25 March 2026

The late twentieth century witnessed a decisive turning point in global history at the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale. Fought on Angolan soil between 1987 and 1988, this confrontation was a regional military engagement that led to geopolitical rupture. The victory of revolutionary forces, supported by Cuban internationalists and aligned liberation movements, dealt a strategic blow to apartheid South Africa’s military ambitions and hastened the independence of Namibia. More profoundly, it accelerated the internal and external pressures that would eventually dismantle apartheid in South Africa.

Hong Kong–Gauteng emerging new safe havens in a fragmented global economy
Kirtan Bhana - TDS

25 March 2026

In an era defined by geopolitical volatility, supply chain disruptions and shifting centres of economic gravity, a new narrative of strategic opportunity is emerging. The growing cooperation between Hong Kong and Gauteng (Place of Gold) signals the rise of two interconnected regional hubs that are positioning themselves as “safe havens” for investment, innovation and stability across Asia and Africa.

China: Life Behind the Economic Miracle

By Helena Kočová, Beijing, Hangzhou

24 March 2026

China has undergone an unrecognizable transformation over the past decades. A country once synonymous with cheap labor is now driven by technology, education, and the ambition to become a global power. Yet with this rapid growth comes an increasingly pressing question: what is life actually like in such a fast-changing society? And how are different generations coping with some of the most intense transformations in the world?