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WATCH: BRICS holds key to global balance, says Jacob Zuma
Jacob Zuma has praised the bloc as a tool for reshaping global systems and reducing dependence on the West.
China achieves 2024 growth target, bolsters global economy
Boosted by pro-growth measures, China's GDP growth quickened to 5. 4% in Q4.
Biden administration did less to end plundering of Africa
The US uses economic, military, and democratic institutions to drive its global agenda, displaying hostility towards Africa.
China-Africa cooperation energises Global South growth
Over the years, China-Africa cooperation has propelled Africa's growth by empowering African youth through initiatives such as the Luban Workshops, Confucius Institutes, and the China-Africa Universities 100 Cooperation Plan.
China's Foreign Minister's Visit to Africa: Looking beyond the Obvious
African nations must seize the opportunity to strengthen China-Africa relations amidst global uncertainty, say the writers.
Highlights: President Xi Jinping's 2025 New Year address
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his 2025 New Year address on Tuesday. Here are some highlights.
Making Debt Work for Africa
How the Debt Management Forum for Africa aims to transform public debt into a powerful tool for sustainable growth and citizen engagement.
Stories of China's high-quality development | China links its most remote communities to digital world
Communication towers now serve as public infrastructure across China's remote regions.
KwaZulu-Natal to see a 55% boost in water supply through the uMkhomazi Water Project by 2030
Amid ongoing water shortages in South Africa, particularly in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal provinces, Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo recently attended a business dinner at the Mkhambathini Local Municipality in Camperdown, KwaZulu-Natal, to announce the advancement of the significant uMkhomazi Water Project.
BRICS and Africa: A Transformative Opportunity
For Africa, BRICS is not just a partnership—it is a transformative opportunity. The time to seize that opportunity is now.
Full text: Chinese President Xi Jinping’s speech at the 16th BRICS Summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday called on BRICS countries to work for high quality development of greater BRICS cooperation, in a speech at the 16th BRICS Summit.
The Significance of Country X Joining BRICS
Cultural exchange is not just a matter of diplomacy—it is a way to build lasting relationships between nations. By sharing their stories, histories, and experiences, BRICS nations create a foundation of trust and solidarity that strengthens the bloc as a whole.
Chinese president leaves for 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia
The 16th BRICS Summit takes place in Kazan Russia and marks the first summit since the expansion of the bloc to include five additional countries.
Celebrating BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for a Multipolar World
The 16th BRICS summit is a reminder that there are alternatives to the US-dominated world order, and that emerging economies can come together to create a more just and equitable world, says the writer.
BRICS at a crucial juncture: Between inclusiveness and efficiency
By combining efficiency and inclusivity, the BRICS Plus platform harbours the potential to provide all countries of the Global South an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to improve the construct of the world economy, says the writer.
Brick by Brick, Xi Jinping drives BRICS cooperation
With the world trudging on in a new period of turbulence and transformation, the leader of the largest developing country is poised to help guide BRICS, the leading echelon of the Global South, to play a bigger role in building a better shared future for humanity.
Breaking the Shackles: BRICS and BRICS+ as a Powerhouse to Challenge US Economic Hegemony
The addition of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates to the BRICS group has significantly expanded its economic footprint offering an alternative economic architecture that is more equitable, just, and dignified for its citizens.
Understand China — Decoding Chinese modernisation of harmony between humanity and nature
The ‘Understand China’ program produced by People’s Daily Online interprets a real, multidimensional and comprehensive China through in-depth dialogues between both Chinese and foreign scholars.
Understand China — Chinese modernisation is the modernisation of common prosperity for all
The ‘Understand China’ program produced by People’s Daily Online interprets a real, multidimensional and comprehensive China through in-depth dialogues between both Chinese and foreign scholars.
Africa's Strategic Realignment: A New Chapter with Russia
By aligning with Russia and BRICS, Africa steps into a new era—one where it is no longer a footnote in global affairs but a key player in determining the course of international relations.
Global media leaders highlight AI opportunities, risks at World Media Summit
At the 6th World Media Summit, global media leaders discussed both the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in news reporting, following the release of a pivotal AI report by a Xinhua-affiliated think tank.
World Media Summit: Global media partnerships key to Africa’s growth, says Independent Media’s Viasen Soobramoney
At the opening of the 6th World Media Summit, Viasen Soobramoney, Chairman of the Editorial Board at Independent Media, emphasized the importance of global media partnerships in shaping Africa's future.
Experts, officials call for stronger China-Africa cooperation via Global Development Initiative
“The Global Development Initiative builds on the foundations of the SDGs to chart a path towards the realization of a global community,” said Mohamed Belhocine, the AU Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation.
Xi Jinping meets foreign guests attending China International Friendship Conference
Stressing that the world is once again at a crossroads in history, Chinese President Xi Jinping said that in the face of changes unseen in a century, building a community with a shared future for humanity is the right way forward for people of all countries.
Chinese President Xi Jinping vows greater national achievements, contributions to humanity’s peace, development
Efforts must be made to adhere to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus and deepen cross-Straits economic and cultural exchanges and cooperation, Xi added, as People’s Republic of China celebrates 75th anniversary of founding.