As the world crosses the midpoint of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) timeline, Africa stands at a pivotal moment. With just five years left to hit the ambitious targets of Agenda 2030, the continent faces a stark reality: progress is real but uneven, and the clock is ticking. Are Africa’s 54 nations on track to end poverty, reduce inequality, and foster sustainable growth by 2030, or are they slipping behind? The answer, it seems, is both, depending on…

Egypt has solidified its position as a key destination for higher education and scientific research in Africa, with 43,824 African students from 39 countries currently enrolled in Egyptian universities. This is reported by Sada El-Balad, a partner of TV BRICS. This figure represents 44 per cent of all international students in the country, reflecting the confidence African nations place in Egypt’s academic institutions, according to Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Ayman Ashour. The Minister highlighted Egypt’s progress in…

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Zimbabwe Amon Murwira has arrived in Moscow on a visit to hold talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. At a press conference following the meeting, the Russian Minister said relations between the countries were based on the principles of equality and mutual respect. “We paid special attention to the need to strengthen trade and economic cooperation, agreed to take additional steps to identify promising areas of joint interests, first of all…

In a historic and culturally significant ceremony on March 1, 2025, Baroness Patricia Scotland, the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth; a 56-nation organization promoting democracy and development, was installed as the Senior Headwoman Butambo of Bweengwa Village in the Hamusonde Chiefdom, Monze District, Southern Province, Zambia. The coronation, presided over by His Royal Highness Chief Hamusonde, marked a rare honor for an international figure and underscored Scotland’s deep ties to Zambia. The previous day, on February 28, 2025, President Hakainde Hichilema…

Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population has successfully conducted 2,606,736 surgeries as part of its national initiative to eliminate waiting lists for critical medical procedures. Launched in July 2018, the programme aims to provide timely surgical interventions, ensuring that patients receive necessary care without prolonged delays. Ministry Spokesman for the Ministry of Health Hossam Abdel Ghaffar confirmed that since the initiative’s inception, 260,033 patient calls have been received via its dedicated hotline. Between July 2023 and February 2024 alone, the…

Zambia’s football community is reeling from a deepening crisis surrounding the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) presidential election, a saga that threatens to tarnish the nation’s proud footballing legacy. At the heart of the controversy is incumbent FAZ President Andrew Kamanga, who was declared re-elected unopposed after eight rival candidates were disqualified from the race. With the government stepping in, legal challenges looming, and the specter of a FIFA ban on the horizon, the situation has spiraled into a full-blown…

Rhino poaching has reached alarming levels in South Africa’s Kruger National Park (KNP), with 35 rhinos lost to poaching in the first few months of 2025. This surge follows a disturbing trend that began around Christmas and continued into January and February, according to authorities. The rising number of poaching incidents has left conservationists and park officials scrambling for more effective solutions. Bruce Lesley, the Regional Ranger and Acting Mission Area Manager for KNP’s Special Operations, confirmed the grim numbers.…

A large-scale cataract surgery initiative is set to take place in Zimbabwe, offering free procedures to 600 patients as part of a partnership between Zimbabwe and China. The programme, scheduled from 24 to 28 February at Zimbabwean hospital, aims to improve eye health and restore sight to those affected by cataracts. The medical team consists of 11 Chinese ophthalmologists, as reported by ZBC News, a partner of TV BRICS. The initiative marks the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Zimbabwe…

The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network Africa has opened at Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. It is specified that the centre will host various educational programmes to train highly qualified professionals. In addition, the office will conduct research aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa. The UN noted that the decision to locate the office in Addis Ababa is due to the fact that…

On February 15, the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) and Russian military instructors conducted a joint operation in the Sam Ouandja area (Vakaga prefecture) in the eastern part of the Central African Republic. As a result, they released six children who were enslaved by Joseph Kony, the leader of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA). The LRA is a Ugandan nationalist group. It is famous around the world for its ruthless actions. The LRA abducts children, enslaves them and uses them…