Mozambique's Coral North FLNG project reaches final investment decision

 

MAPUTO, 6 October 2025 (Xinhua) - The Coral North Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) project in Mozambique reached its Final Investment Decision (FID) on Thursday, with a signing ceremony held in the capital, Maputo.

A Night of Diplomacy, Strings of Friendship and Music: Slovak’s National Day with Slovak Aurum Quartet

By Ziyanda Mngadi

3 October 2025

The Slovak Embassy in Pretoria celebrated its National Day on 30 September at the Miriam Makeba Concert Hall at the University of South Africa (UNISA), the largest open distance learning institution in Africa. This was an evening of diplomacy, culture, and music that delighted guests and reaffirmed the strong ties between The Slovak Republic and South Africa.

2 October 2025

On Tuesday, 23 September 2025, the trio,Thapelo Kgwadi (Taps), Lethabo Joseph (LJ) and Ntsako Munyuku (Future) embarked on their journey walking from the Union Buildings, Pretoria, to the highest point in South Africa, Mafadi Peak in the Drakensberg Mountains. 

MFA, Bangladesh High Commission in Nigeria, NBBTF Meet to Discuss Youth Booth Camp Program

by Oru Leonard - www.newsdotafrica.com

30 September 2025

Following an earlier meeting between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the High Commissioner -Designate of the Bangladesh to Nigeria on Friday September 19, 2025, a follow up meeting at the instance of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nigeria, led by Ambassador Bolaji Akinremi, Director of Reform and Foreign Service Innovation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs along with the organizers of the event - the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the Nigerian Bangladesh Business and Technology Forum (NBBTF) to a strategic joint program implementation meeting at the Bangladesh High Commission, hosted by His Excellency, Miah Md. Mainul Kabir, Bangladesh High Commissioner-designate on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

Jun Porcelain Lifetime Achievement Awards Debut in Xuchang
By Wu Lujun – Deputy Editor – TDS Beijing

30 September 2025
The first China Jun Porcelain Collection Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony was successfully held at the Zhongyuan International Hotel in Xuchang on September 28, 2025, hosted by the Xuchang China Jun Porcelain Collectors Association.

Jun Porcelain Lifetime Achievement Awards Debut in Xuchang
By Wu Lujun – Deputy Editor – TDS Beijing

30 September 2025
The first China Jun Porcelain Collection Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony was successfully held at the Zhongyuan International Hotel in Xuchang on September 28, 2025, hosted by the Xuchang China Jun Porcelain Collectors Association.

Launch of the South African Consulate in Belgrade

30 September 2025

The South African Non-resident Ambassador to Serbia, Dr Lindiwe Msengana-Ndlela had a working visit to Serbia and held a meeting with Marko Đurić, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Secretary General, Dušan Kozarev on 11 September 2025. They addressed a gathering of key stakeholders during the official launch of the new South African Consulate in Belgrade. Ambassador Msengana-Ndlela was accompanied by the Honorary Consul, Prof Marko Bumbaširević.

Tolstoy, Gandhi and South Africa - A Legacy of Interconnectedness in a constantly Changing World
By Kirtan Bhana

29 September 2025

Even before the age of instant messaging and digital connectivity, humanity demonstrated profound forms of interconnectedness. A striking example of this can be found in the correspondence between Russian writer Leo Tolstoy and Indian lawyer Mohandas Gandhi, then living in South Africa. Despite postal delays of up to six months, their exchange of letters captured ideas of peace, non-violence, and human dignity that would ripple across nations and generations. Their connection resonates with the theory of quantum entanglement — distant yet inseparable lives influencing each other profoundly.

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Courtney House International School Celebrates Three Decades of Educational Excellence and Global Vision

29 September 2025

As Courtney House International School marks its 30th anniversary, Executive Head Dimitra Bailanis reflects on a remarkable journey of transformation that embodies the institution's enduring symbol: from acorn to mighty oak.

South African Economy Turning the Corner with Support from China
By Kirtan Bhana

29 September 2025

China will mark the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic on October 1. Over nearly eight decades, China has transformed itself into a global powerhouse, lifting more than 800 million people out of poverty, pioneering in science and technology, and contributing positively to global development. Its achievements have not been limited to its domestic sphere — China has shared its knowledge, skills, technology, and even human capital with the Global South, helping partner nations chart their own development paths.

Where Diplomacy Meets Community - Bulgarian Embassy Hosts IDSA

By Anisha Pemjee

29 September 2025

Nestled in South-Eastern Europe, Bulgaria offers a unique geographical positioning, serving as a gateway to both Central and Western Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean. Known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, Bulgaria attracts millions of tourists each year, drawn to its scenic coastlines, ancient towns, thermal spring resorts, and its blend of Mediterranean and continental cuisine. Bulgarian wines, with centuries-old traditions behind them, offer an intriguing tasting experience for the South African palate.