World Press Freedom Day (May 3): A Global Reflection on Free Expression
by Fiifi Netty

11 May 2026

World Press Freedom Day is a global observance established by the United Nations. It was proclaimed in 1993 by the UN General Assembly to celebrate the role of the media, with the first official commemoration held on May 3, 1994.

Victory Day Remembered Amid a World Still at War

By Anisha Pemjee and Kirtan Bhana

8 May 2026

Eighty-one years after the guns of the Second World War fell silent across Europe, the lessons of that conflict remain deeply relevant in a world once again marked by growing geopolitical tension, military confrontation and ideological division.

Africa and Japan, Symbiotic in a Changing World

By Kirtan Bhana and Anisha Pemjee

7 May 2026

The recent four-nation African tour by Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi which included Kenya, Angola, Zambia and South Africa was far more than a diplomatic courtesy visit. It was a strategic recognition that the future of the global economy, industrial production, energy security and technological advancement is increasingly intertwined with the rise of Africa.

Reparations Must Help Address Africa’s Colonial Legacy, Says Ramaphosa

7 May 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for meaningful reparatory justice for Africa, arguing that the lingering effects of colonialism and slavery continue to shape inequality, poverty and underdevelopment across the continent. In his latest letter to the nation marking Africa Month, Ramaphosa reflected on the enduring impact of colonial exploitation and the transcontinental slave trade, while urging former colonial powers to support Africa’s development through tangible measures of redress. “Even as we celebrate our continent’s vibrancy and dynamism, we are mindful of the legacy of Africa’s colonial past and how it continues to shape our continent’s fortunes,” he said.

Russian and Chinese tax authorities integrate digital systems

What do experts say about the technological integration of the two countries’ tax services and the Golden Tax? Could cooperation between Russia and China become the first step towards a unified BRICS tax database? Read more in the TV BRICS article

TV BRICS - 7 May 2026

Two tax systems, one digital framework
On 21 April 2026, Head of the Federal Tax Service of Russia Daniil Egorov and Commissioner of the State Taxation Administration of China Hu Jinglin signed a Memorandum of Understanding. In practice, the document launches a process of deep technological integration between the two countries. It outlines key areas of cooperation in tax administration, including the exchange of experience in digital transformation, the organisation of joint training programmes, and coordination at the international level.

Chinese FM says Iran entitled to peaceful nuclear development

CGTN - 6 May 2026

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday that China appreciates Iran's commitment not to pursue nuclear weapons while affirming its legitimate right to peaceful use of nuclear energy, as he held talks with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi in Beijing.

Pan-African Parliament Elects new Bureau Leadership

5 May 2026

The Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislative organ of the African Union (AU), has successfully concluded its Extraordinary Session of the Seventh Legislature, held from 28 to 30 April 2026 at its headquarters in Midrand, South Africa, with the election of a new Bureau to lead the institution for the next three years.

Freedom of the Press and Information Wars
A South African Reflection for World Press Freedom Day (3 May)

Kirtan Bhana TDS

3 May 2026
On World Press Freedom Day, the question is, has the press ever truly been “free,” or has it always been a terrain of contestation, an evolving battleground of power, persuasion and public memory?

Media Ownership in Africa
Ayanda Holo

3 May 2026
On World Press Freedom Day, the conversation often centres on journalists' rights and the necessity of an independent press. Yet an equally urgent question lingers beneath the surface: who owns the platforms through which our voices are carried?

Olopade Calls for End to Xenophobia, Promotes African Unity at World Relays Camp
Oru Leonard - newsdotafrica.com

2 May 2026 

The Director-General of the National Sports Commission of Nigeria, Bukola Olopade, has called for stronger unity among African nations, urging citizens to reject xenophobia and embrace a shared continental identity.

African Union Engagement with South Africa Reinforces Focus on Peace Security and Cooperation

1 May 2026

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, paid an official visit to South Africa on 29 April 2026, where he was received by President Cyril Ramaphosa in Pretoria. The visit took place ahead of Africa Month, a period observed across the continent to celebrate African unity cooperation and development.