The People's Beautiful Game: FIFA World Cup 2026 Begins in Mexico City

By Kirtan Bhana

13 June 2026

The world’s greatest sporting spectacle has returned. Beneath the lights of the legendary Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ officially began with a colourful opening ceremony that celebrated culture, diversity, creativity and, above all, the enduring power of football to unite humanity.

Xi calls on China, DPRK to consolidate trust, boost practical cooperation

CGTN - 11 June 2026

Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said on Monday that China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) should consolidate the foundation of political mutual trust and enhance the level of practical cooperation.

Knowledge as raw material: why education and science are becoming foundation of future economy
Why are knowledge and human capital becoming a key source of economic growth? How are BRICS countries shaping competing models of the knowledge economy? Read in the TV BRICS article

TV BRICS

11 June 2026

India’s record: a gateway to a new reality
On 28 April 2026, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry published data showing that the country’s total exports of goods and services reached US$860.09 billion in 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 4.22 per cent. Against this backdrop, the government set a target of reaching US$2 trillion in exports of goods and services by 2030.

King Makhosonke II Dies at 65, Leaving a Legacy of Unity and Service

TDS - 10 June 2026

The nation is mourning the passing of His Majesty King Makhosonke II (Enock Makhosonke Mabhena), the King of the amaNdebele Nation, who passed away on 9 June 2026 at the age of 65.

SA gears up for Africa’s biggest Aerospace and Defence Showcase

9 June 2026

South Africa has declared itself ready to host the 13th biennial Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) trade exhibition and airshow, as the country marks 100 days to go before the continent’s premier aerospace and defence event takes place.

From Soccer City to the Azteca-Bafana Bafana, Africa's Hope and Football's Great Reunion
By Kirtan Bhana

8 June 2026

There are moments in sport when history appears to pause, look back at itself, and then stride confidently into the future.
When South Africa's Bafana Bafana walk onto the hallowed turf of the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on 11 June 2026 to face Mexico in the opening match of the FIFA World Cup, the world will witness one such moment.

Nigeria Extends Evacuation Screening in South Africa as First Repatriation Flight Nears
Oru Leonard - newsdotafrica 

June 8, 2026

ABUJA – The Federal Government has extended the screening exercise for Nigerian nationals in South Africa seeking evacuation back home, as preparations intensify for the commencement of repatriation flights.

Vladimir Putin: "Since BRICS establishment, member states have significantly increased high-tech exports"
Indian journalist Geeta Mohan moderated the SPIEF 2026 plenary session

8 June 2026

Since the establishment of BRICS, the member states have significantly increased their high-tech exports, which now account for more than one-third of global supplies, reflecting a shift in technological leadership worldwide. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the plenary session of the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).

Gilead Teri, Director General of Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority: Tanzania aims to become regional hub for Russian investors
Growing trade, special economic zones and new transport links are creating fresh opportunities for bilateral cooperation
TV BRICS

8 June 2026
Tanzania is seeking to strengthen its position as a gateway for Russian businesses to East and Southern Africa by expanding investment opportunities through special economic zones and improving the business environment, according to Gilead Teri, Director General of the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority.

U Htein Lin Myanmar Union Minister for Information: Media cooperation can strengthen ties between BRICS and Global South
Myanmar sees information exchange, digital technologies and media partnerships as tools for enhancing mutual understanding and economic development
TV BRICS

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8 June 2026
Cooperation in media, information exchange and digital technologies can play a key role in strengthening economic and humanitarian ties between BRICS countries and the Global South, according to U Htein Lin Myanmar Union Minister for Information.