China–Africa Media Roundtable was held in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, on June 24. Journalists and media experts from China, Ethiopia and Rwanda gathered to discuss under the theme of “Power of Journalism and China–Africa Community with a Shared Future”. African media representatives said they hope to further strengthen media cooperation between China and Africa, enhance the…
From June 22 to 24, a delegation of 18 media representatives from leading mainstream media outlets in Ethiopia and Rwanda is visiting Zhejiang province. They experience firsthand Zhejiang’s practices among Hangzhou, Jiaxing, Shaoxing and Huzhou in digital innovation, industrial upgrading and ecological protection. Zhejiang International Communication Center has launched a series called Reporter to Reporter,…
On June 22, 18 media representatives from Ethiopia and Rwanda visited Alibaba and STAR.VISION in Hangzhou, Zhejiang. Edwin MUSONI, Partnerships Lead of New Times, said, “AI is the future of the world. If we don’t keep up, the world will leave us behind. STAR.VISION can predict agricultural prospects for the next two decades, and we…
From June 22 to 24, a delegation of 18 media representatives from leading mainstream media outlets in Ethiopia and Rwanda is visiting Zhejiang province. They will tour cities including Hangzhou, Jiaxing, Shaoxing and Huzhou to experience firsthand Zhejiang’s practices in digital innovation, industrial upgrading and ecological protection. Zhejiang International Communication Center has launched a series…
Chinese electronics manufacturer TCL is preparing to strengthen its presence in South Africa by opening branded retail stores, marking a significant step in the company’s evolution from an online-focused seller to a broader consumer electronics retailer. Evidence of the expansion emerged at Cedar Square shopping centre in Fourways, Gauteng, where promotional material announced that a…
A major breakthrough has been made in a child kidnapping investigation that has gripped parts of the Eastern Cape for more than a year, with the Hawks arresting a suspect believed to be linked to the crime. The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, commonly known as the Hawks, confirmed that 48-year-old foreign national Eddie Ncube…
Cannabis stores have become a familiar sight across South Africa, appearing in shopping malls, business districts and suburban retail centres. However, despite their growing visibility, legal experts warn that most cannabis retail operations remain unlawful under current legislation. The warning comes amid increasing public confusion over the country’s cannabis laws, with many consumers assuming that…
Vodacom has announced a major partnership with Amazon that will provide eligible mobile and broadband customers in South Africa with complimentary Amazon Prime memberships, expanding the telecommunications company’s digital lifestyle offering beyond traditional connectivity. The agreement gives selected postpaid subscribers access to Amazon Prime benefits at no additional cost, while prepaid customers will be able…
South Africa’s government has confirmed that it will proceed with a comprehensive review of the country’s fuel price formula, reviving plans that could eventually reduce fuel costs for motorists and improve pricing transparency. The Department of Minerals and Petroleum Resources included the initiative in its 2026/27 Annual Performance Plan, identifying the review as one of…
A coordinated anti-poaching operation in the northern section of Kruger National Park has resulted in the arrest of two suspected poachers who were allegedly found carrying snares and poison commonly associated with illegal wildlife hunting. The operation involved Kruger National Park rangers, SANParks Air Services and the Greater Kruger Environmental Protection Foundation (GKEPF), highlighting the…
