SA calls for climate finance without new debt

20 October 2025

As South Africa readies for the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, government has reaffirmed its call for increased climate finance to support developing economies - emphasising that such assistance should not create new debt burdens.

China's historic socio-economic achievements over past five years

This year marks the final lap for China's implementation of its 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025). The country has achieved groundbreaking progress, transformative breakthroughs and historic accomplishments during the period. China's unwavering commitment to advancing its reform and opening-up has been a major driving force behind the country's remarkable achievements in economic and social development during the period. The scientific formulation and continuous implementation of the five-year plans constitute vital experience in China's governance system, and demonstrate the significant political strength of socialism with Chinese characteristics.

Ethiopia begins exports under African Continental Free Trade Area framework

TV BRICS - 16 October 2025

The continental organisation brings together 55 countries with over 1.4 billion inhabitants

Ethiopia has officially begun exporting goods under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The first shipment, consisting of meat, fruit, and other agricultural products, was sent to Somalia, Kenya, and South Africa via both land and air routes, marking Ethiopia’s effective integration into the continent’s unified trading system.

Xizang has found integrated pathways for rural development, cultural inheritance: report

 
This undated photo shows copies of the think tank report "Harmony Between Tradition and Modernity: Rural Development and Cultural Inheritance in China's Xizang." A think tank report released on Thursday hailed the practical achievements of rural development in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region since its founding 60 years ago. Titled "Harmony Between Tradition and Modernity: Rural Development and Cultural Inheritance in China's Xizang," the report was jointly published by China Foundation For Human Rights Development and National High-Level Think Tank of Xinhua News Agency in both Chinese and English. (Xinhua/Li Xin)

BEIJING, 16 October 2025 (Xinhua) -- Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region has successfully found integrated pathways for rural development and cultural inheritance over the past 60 years since the region's founding, according to a report issued on Thursday.

G20 leaders urged to place women at the heart of global policy

16 October 2025

The Women20 (W20) South Africa Summit has concluded with a call to action for G20 leaders to prioritise key areas that significantly affect the lives of women and girls worldwide.

South Africa and China sign landmark agreement

16 October 2025

South Africa and China have signed a historic stone fruit trade protocol, opening the Chinese market to five types of South African stone fruit — apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums, and prunes.

Indonesia and South Africa agree to strengthen trade and enterprise cooperation in key export sectors

TV BRICS - 16 October 2025

Talks focus on new initiatives to boost bilateral trade and SME development

The Indonesian Ministry of Trade announced that Indonesia and South Africa have agreed to explore new ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in the fields of trade and enterprise development. This is reported by MENA, a partner of TV BRICS.

Xi underscores shared global duty to advance women's development at Beijing meeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the opening ceremony of the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women and delivers a keynote speech at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 13, 2025. (Xinhua/Shen Hong)

BEIJING, 14 October 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday underscored the international community's shared responsibility and called for more practical actions to promote women's advancement.

Egyptian Armed Forces Day Commemorated in Pretoria Amid Calls for Peace in the Middle East

14 October 2025 — The Egyptian Defence Office in South Africa hosted a commemoration of the 52nd anniversary of Egyptian Armed Forces Day in Pretoria on 2 October. The event marked Egypt’s 6 October 1973 military victory across the Suez Canal, a moment of national pride and restored sovereignty that continues to hold deep significance for the Egyptian people.

Haddadi Championed Reparatory Justice at Inaugural Diaspora Week

AUC - 14 October 2025

Ambassador Selma Malika Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission concludes a productive working visit to South Africa amid the Inaugural Diaspora Week. The working visit was marked by high-level political engagement, solemn remembrance, and a reinforced commitment to Pan-African solidarity.