Honouring Russian volunteers in Utrecht

14 March 2025

On 14 March 2025, Ambassador-designate of the Russian Federation to South Africa Mr. Roman Ambarov participated in annual commemorative events in Utrecht, KwaZulu-Natal, to honour the memory of Russian volunteers who took part in the Second Anglo-Boer War.

The South African Royal Princesses elect their Leadership

TDS/SARPN

13 March 2025

On 8 March 2025, International Women's Day, South African Princesses from various parts of South Africa gathered in Midrand, in Gauteng Province, South Africa to officially launch the South African Royal Princesses Network - SARPN as well as elect new leadership. The Network whose role includes nation building, social cohesion, fight against GBV and contribution to rural development and gender empowerment was founded by Princess Stella Sigcau II from the Mpondo Kingdom in the Eastern Cape in 2019. 

China-Africa cooperation energizes joint pursuit of modernization

by Xinhua writer Zhang Jian

11 March 2025

At the bustling Port of Abidjan in Cote d'Ivoire, cargo ships glide in and out as towering cranes hum with ceaseless activity. Once a bottleneck for trade, the port now stands as a symbol of transformation thanks to its recent expansion fueled by Chinese investment.

Xi stresses role of education in supporting sci-tech, talent development

BEIJING, 8 March 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday stressed strengthening the role of education in supporting scientific and technological advancement as well as talent development.

by Kirtan Bhana

7 March 2025

Peace and stability are the essential ingredients for progress and prosperity. Overcoming the horror of colonialism’s divide and conquer, slavery, conflict and revolution has forged the island nation of the Dominican Republic into the exotic success it is today.  On the occasion of the celebration of the 181st anniversary of the Dominican Republic Ambassador Erika Alvarez Rodriguez acknowledged the visionary leadership of Juan Pablo Duarte and his fellow patriots, who courageously declared independence and laid the foundation for a free and democratic nation.

China's diplomacy provides much-needed stability to a turbulent world: FM

7 March 2025

China's diplomacy brought much-needed stability to a changing and turbulent world in 2024, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Friday.

China fully confident in achieving 2025 GDP growth target: official

 
Zheng Shanjie, head of the National Development and Reform Commission, Lan Fo'an, minister of finance, Wang Wentao, minister of commerce, Pan Gongsheng, governor of the People's Bank of China, and Wu Qing, chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, attend a press conference on economy for the third session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing, capital of China, March 6, 2025. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

BEIJING, 7 March 2025 (Xinhua) -- China is fully confident in achieving the economic growth target of around 5 percent this year as there is solid foundation, support and guarantee, Zheng Shanjie, head of the National Development and Reform Commission, told a press conference on Thursday.

Domestic demand unlocks new growth opportunities: Official  

BEIJING, 7 March 2025 (Xinhua) -- Expanding China's domestic demand will create new opportunities for growth across multiple sectors, an official said in the latest episode of the China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency.

China's government work report charts course for high-quality development

The concerns of the public are the key issues highlighted in the government work report.

BEIJING, 7 March 2025 (Xinhua) -- China's government work report, unveiled Wednesday at this year's annual session of the national legislature for deliberation, has garnered widespread attention from home and abroad.

Beyond the Fire Wheel: Ne Zha 2 and the Global Ascent of Chinese Mythology

by Jianlu Bi

7 March 2025

"Ne Zha 2" isn't just a blockbuster; it's a cultural earthquake. Shattering box office records, surpassing $1.79 billion globally as of Friday, and captivating audiences worldwide, this animated spectacle has done more than simply entertain, it has ignited a global fascination with Chinese mythology, proving that ancient stories, when reimagined with modern flair, can resonate with audiences far beyond their cultural origins.

One in four countries report backlash on women’s rights in 2024

On International Women’s Day, UN Women calls on everyone to stand up for Rights, Empowerment and Equality for ALL Women and Girls

6 March 2025

Women’s and girls’ rights are facing unprecedented growing threats worldwide, from higher levels of discrimination to weaker legal protections, and less funding for programs and institutions that support and protect women.