SCO in Action
28 August 2025
In a changing world, building bridges matters more than ever.
Indonesia and South Africa Weave Stronger Ties Through Fashion Diplomacy
Models donning fashion pieces from the Sroja Warna collection
TDS | 29 August 2025
“Fashion is never just about clothes, it is about identity, heritage and storytelling.” These were the words of Dyah Krisnawan of the Embassy of Indonesia in South Africa during a High Tea hosted at the Indonesian Residence in Pretoria, marking the South African launch of Indonesian fashion brand Sroja Warna. “Sroja is blending tradition and modernity with beauty and purpose. We hope that this chapter not only strengthens ties between Indonesia and South Africa, but also inspires collaboration and lasting friendships.”
Seminar held in Kenya to shed light on AI-driven media transformation
Xinhua - Editor: huaxia
27 August 2025
NAIROBI, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- A half-day training workshop themed "The Rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Its Impact on Journalism" took place on Tuesday in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, organized by Xinhua News Agency Africa Regional Bureau.
First China-Africa Human Rights Seminar held in Addis Ababa
CGTN | 25 August 2025
The First China-Africa Human Rights Seminar was held on Friday in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital, under the theme "Building the China-Africa Community with a Shared Future and Working Together to Realize the Right to Development."
Nigeria, Japan Deepen Bilateral Cooperation at TICAD 9
In line with the Renewed Hope Agenda and specifically the 4D program of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nigeria,
the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan at Yokohama, Japan on August 22, 2025.
Acting Director of Centre for African Studies of Institute for International Studies at MGIMO University, Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maya Nikolskaya: Africa makes its voice increasingly heard on global stage
In an exclusive interview with TV BRICS, the expert spoke about the growing role of the continent’s countries in world politics, prospects within BRICS and the industrialisation of Africa
TV BRICS | 22 August 2025
China to build maritime community with shared future in South China Sea with regional countries: report
This photo shows copies of the report titled "The Truths about the South China Sea" published in both Chinese and English by Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with Xinhua News Agency. (Xinhua/Li Xin)
BEIJING, 21 August 2025 (Xinhua) -- China stands ready to work with regional countries to build a maritime community with a shared future in the South China Sea, according to a think tank report issued early this June.
Celebrating Singapore's Diamond Jubilee
21 August 2025
Zainal Arif Mantaha, High Commissioner of Singapore to South Africa, and Jennifer Cheng hosted a vibrant celebration to commemorate SG60 – the diamond jubilee of Singapore.
External forces instigator undermining China's relations with countries in South China Sea region: report
Participants read the report titled "The Truths about the South China Sea" at a seminar in Beijing, capital of China, Aug. 21, 2025.
BEIJING, 21 August 2025 (Xinhua) -- In recent years, external forces led by the United States have leveraged the South China Sea issue as a means to contain China, instigating claimant states to provoke China, according to a report released on Thursday.
U.S. lie-monger fabricating falsehoods to smear China on South China Sea issue: report
BEIJING, 21 August (Xinhua) -- The United States has played the disgraceful role of a sheer lie-monger on the South China Sea issue, according to a report released on Thursday.
Princess Stella Sigcau II to be Honored with the Prestigious Women of Impact Award
21 August 2025
by Kirtan Bhana - TDS
Her Royal Highness Princess Stella Sigcau II, a proud descendant of the illustrious AmaMpondo royal lineage, is set to be honored with the Women of Impact Award on August 29, 2025, at the Pretoria Ridge Conference Centre. This recognition celebrates her exceptional service to society, her tireless efforts in uplifting communities, and her steadfast commitment to empowering women and youth in South Africa and beyond.
From the Alps to the Karoo
Lessons 30-Year-Old South Africa Can Learn from 734-Year-Old Switzerland
by Kirtan Bhana – TDS | 19 August 2025
Lindt, the Swiss Chocolatier had a variety of sweet treats for guests to enjoy (photo: TDS)
Switzerland turned 734 years old this month. South Africa, in comparison, has only just celebrated 30 years of democracy. Yet, standing side by side, these two diverse, multilingual societies share more in common than might first appear. Switzerland’s long journey of unity in diversity, stability, and innovation offers South Africa valuable lessons as it continues its own path of transformation.
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