Calls for renewed push to ramp up Africa’s infrastructure

2 February 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for renewed political commitment, stronger institutional support and sustainable financing to fast-track Africa’s infrastructure development. 

Communities important to wetland conservation

2 February 2026

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Narend Singh, in partnership with the City of Cape Town, is today marking World Wetlands Day at the Rondevlei section of the False Bay Nature Reserve -- one of South Africa’s internationally recognised RAMSAR sites.

Relief for consumers as fuel prices decrease

2 February 2026

Petrol and diesel prices will drop between 50c and 65c from this Wednesday, the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has announced.

AU Media Fellowship Attracts Over 100,000 Applications, Advancing Pan-African Storytelling

2 February 2026

Africa’s media ecosystem is rich in talent and creativity, yet many journalists and content creators face limited opportunities to collaborate across borders or engage with continental development processes. The AU Media Fellowship (AUMF) responds to this challenge by strengthening capacity, fostering collaboration, and enabling African storytellers to shape the continent’s narrative from a pan-African perspective.

Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre launched

29 January 2026

Eskom, together with the Government of the Netherlands and the Mpumalanga provincial government, have officially launched the Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre at the Grootvlei Power Station.

Cultural Bonds: Xi Jinping and the Chinese People

CMG - 29 January 2026

"Cultural Bonds: Xi Jinping and the Chinese People” is a documentary produced by China Media Group that explores President Xi Jinping’s deep commitment to preserving and promoting Chinese culture. Through vivid storytelling, interviews, and on-site footage from significant cultural heritage sites across China, the film highlights Xi’s thoughtful reflections on the importance of cultural inheritance, historical continuity, and cultural confidence in the modern era.

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes on successful Working Visit to Nicaragua

28 January 2026

International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Minister Alvin Botes briefing the media following his working visit to Nicaragua, where he met with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Managua, chaired by Nicaraguan Foreign Minister Valdrack Jaentschke, to strengthen bilateral relations between South Africa and Nicaragua.

Tourism is key driver of economic growth and job creation in SA

27 January 2026

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has reaffirmed that tourism is a key driver of economic growth, investment and job creation in South Africa. Between January and December 2025, South Africa welcomed 10.48 million international arrivals, a 17.6% increase compared to 2024 and the highest number of arrivals on record.

Africa's Evolving Debt Situation

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 27 January2026

The African Union Commission (AUC) Commissioner for Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals (ETTIM) H.E. Francisca Tatchouop Belobe held a meeting with H.E. Hailemariam Desalegn, former Prime Minister of Ethiopia, at the African Union Headquarters to discuss Africa’s evolving debt situation and the African Leaders Debt Relief Initiative (ALDRI).

Egyptian writer Salwa Bakr receives first BRICS Literature Award

TV BRICS - 27 January 2026

The award is intended to support intercultural dialogue as well as promote traditional humanistic values through literature

Egyptian writer and novelist Salwa Bakr has been awarded the first BRICS Literature Award. The award ceremony took place at the 57th Cairo International Book Fair at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre. This was reported by "Za rubezhom", a partner of TV BRICS.

SA to host WEF Special Davos Meeting in 2027

26 January 2026

Government has clarified that South Africa will host the World Economic Forum’s Special Davos Meeting in 2027, and not the World Economic Forum Africa Summit, as previously communicated.