Putin to fortify alliances and boost sanction evasion at BRICS summit
Putin is aiming to construct a financial payment system under BRICS, independent of US influence, to counter sanctions imposed on Russia after its invasion of Ukraine.
ANC hardliners resurge in South Africa, Russia ties set to intensify
South Africa’s flirting with Putin expected to escalate at the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia from 22-24 October.
US-China collaboration in space is possible, Sian Proctor
The collective effort of nations in constructing the International Space Station (ISS) demonstrates the immense potential for cooperative ventures in space.
Ukraine boosts military innovation to confront Russian hostilities independently
Ukraine is creating a new military industrial complex to strengthen its defence capability and reduce reliance on Western Allies.
30-year high in SA business confidence, but hinges on GNU “doing right things”
I had to search over 37 years to find a time when we saw such a positive change in attitude. The last time this occurred at a similar level was when the IFP announced its participation in the 1994 election,
Israel’s Lebanon attacks is taking focus away from hostages, says families
The hostages have been forgotten and there had been an “abject failure of international diplomacy” in securing a hostage return deal.
Zelensky courts Ramaphosa & BRICS leaders for second peace summit
A clear articulation of its principles and coherent positioning will make South Africa a strong advocate for dialogue and cooperation and cooperation at a time of multi-polar factionalism.
Space Economy to reach $772 Billion by 2027, driven by commercial revenue
As an industry and an ecosystem, we always say there has never been a better time to become part of the global space sector.
Kremlin’s no-show at Africa’s biggest airshow after SA military snubs US
The Department of Defence either deliberately sabotaged the United States’ participation in the AAD or is staggeringly incompetent.
US seeks stronger ties in Africa amid Russian, Chinese influence
The U.S. was forced to pull its 1,000 troops and critical counterterrorism and drone base from Niger and is now courting other West African nations that are interested in working with the U.S. and may be open to an expanded American presence.
