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BRICS+ Series: BRICS+ vs. G20: A New Era of Global Influence
Explore how the G20 and BRICS+ are reshaping global economics and politics in a rapidly changing world.
Imperfect as it may be, peace is on the horizon, thanks to Trump
Explore how Trump's foreign policy shifts are reshaping global power dynamics, with a focus on the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza
Trump wants to bring Russia back to restore G8
G8, which comprised the Group of Seven (G7) plus Russia, ceased to exist in March 2014 after the US-led effort under then-President Barack Obama to kick Russia out.
Fifty shades of South Africa’s grey listing – contradictions in the application of the law
Delve into the implications of South Africa's FATF grey listing and the inconsistencies in global terrorism financing laws.
Is G20 solidarity and sustainability possible in an age of northern protectionism and a hobbled Global South?
South Africa’s G20 Presidency in 2025 comes at a pivotal moment of deepening global divides, marked by geopolitical tension, economic instability, and the pervasive cost-of-living crisis.
G20 Summit could use a few extra pairs of chopsticks
OPINION: Preparing a few extra pairs of chopsticks isn’t just a metaphor, but a call for a more balanced, diverse, and inclusive global order, writes Li Yunqi.
Over 30 countries seek BRICS membership, signalling a shift towards a multi-polar world, says Putin
Over 30 nations express a desire to join BRICS, as Putin emphasises the group's role in shaping a multi-polar global landscape.
President Xi Jinping highlights role of BRICS in driving multipolarity, globalisation
The 16th BRICS Summit sets the stage for a transformative era in global politics and economics, promoting a multipolar world and addressing the needs of the Global South.
Why BRICS is becoming increasingly appealing to Global South?
The 16th BRICS Summit will be the first gathering of the bloc since its expansion.
BRICS Summit 2024 offers huge opportunity to reset geopolitics
The 2024 BRICS Summit in Kazan presents a pivotal moment for the bloc to assert its influence in a rapidly changing global landscape, addressing key issues such as geopolitical conflicts, economic reform, and the future of international trade
Trump shooting symptomatic of global stirring of violent conflict
Trump suffered a gunshot wound to his ear after a suspect fired gunshots at his Pennsylvania rally. He survived the assassination attempt. According to the law official, the suspected shooter was killed by the Secret Service.
Gaza bombed as mediators plan
Fighting has flared again in central areas, where the army said “troops have started targeted operational activity in the areas of Bureij and eastern Deir al-Balah, both above and below ground”.
G7 urged to be 'bold' in climate hotspot Italy
The Group of Seven meeting in the northern Italian city is the first big political session since the world pledged at the UN's COP28 climate summit in December to transition away from coal, oil and gas.
BRICS must learn very quickly that ‘to dare is to do’
For the global south, or majority world, there has been little or no room for ventilation … although on paper, the global governance system appears perfectly acceptable, beneath the surface, there has been growing discontentment
Open Letter: Journalist calls out Western media's blind eye to corporate misery and child slavery
With a decade of journalism investigative work under his belt, Fernando Morales-de la Cruz criticizes the mainstream media in developed countries for their failure to truthfully report on issues of misery, hunger, infant malnutrition, slavery, and child labour.
Waning influence of G-77 raises questions about relevance
OPINION: The G-77 had emerged as the institutional embodiment of the shared ideology of the Global South countries that the US-led liberal global order undermined with their sovereignty and exacerbated the inequalities between the rich and poor countries, writes Dr Sizo Nkala.
G7 finance leaders condemn Hamas ‘terror attacks’ on Israel
G7 finance leaders yesterday condemned ‘terror attacks’ on Israel by Hamas and voiced “unwavering” support for Ukraine in its continuing struggle against a Russian invasion.
Ramaphosa faces tough questions in Parliament amid storm on inauguration of Mnangagwa
Political parties have questioned President Cyril Ramaphosa’s visit to Zimbabwe to attend the inauguration of Emmerson Mnangagwa, saying it flew in the face of SADC’s report that the elections were a sham.
BRICS expansion was a strategic step, say speaker and NCOP chairperson
Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and National Council of Provinces chairperson Amos Masondo said the expansion of BRICS would bring more opportunities to the economies of the developing world.
BRICS does not compete with any other bloc – SA ambassador
Professor Anil Sooklal, ambassador-at-large for Asia and BRICS and South Africa’s Sherpa, said a narrative was put in the public domain that BRICS was anti-West and the coalition was created against the G7, but this was not an accurate description of why the bloc was created.
Naledi Pandor insists SA is non-aligned in Russia-Ukraine conflict
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor said they were trying to persuade Russia to open the Black Sea for the export of grain.
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says G7 pledges can't replace NATO membership
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed the new security commitments from G7, but warned that these could not substitute NATO membership.
Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lauryn Hill to headline Global Citizen Festival
The acts will be joined by the likes of Megan Thee Stallion, Conan Gray and Stray Kids.
Slavery, child labour persists one year after G7 commitment in Elmau, Germany
OPINION: When will the G7 and the rest of the world’s richest and most powerful nations and organisations put an end to slavery and child labour in their supply chains, asks Fernando Morales-de la Cruz.
Release of nuclear-contaminated water is a threat to us all
Already two years ago, in April 2021, UN human rights experts deplored Japan’s decision to release the contaminated water from the destroyed Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean, stating that such “discharge could impact millions of lives and livelihoods in the Pacific region”.