In a pivotal moment for South African politics, President Cyril Ramaphosa, age 71, was reelected for a second term on June 14, 2024. Following the general elections on May 29, which saw no party winning an outright majority, Ramaphosa’s African National Congress (ANC) managed to form an unprecedented coalition government. This development marks a significant […]
Johannesburg was abuzz as the BRICS Business Forum launched with all pomp and flair, aiming to delve deep into gripping economic issues. But amidst the glitz, glamour, and heavy-duty economic discussions, there was a jaw-dropping twist. One major player was nowhere to be seen! Bigwigs like Narendra Modi, Cyril Ramaphosa, and Lula da Silva graced […]
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his journey to Johannesburg, South Africa on Tuesday to attend the pivotal 15th BRICS Summit, hosted under South African leadership. This marks PM Modi’s third South African visit, coinciding with the celebration of three decades of India-South Africa diplomatic ties. The summit, set to unravel from 22-24 August […]
In a sensational and game-changing address at the BRICS summit held in Johannesburg, South Africa’s firebrand President Cyril Ramaphosa revealed that over 20 countries are clamoring to join the BRICS conglomerate. From Algeria to Vietnam, nations across continents are lining up, eager to be a part of this elite group, pushing the boundaries of what […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to skip the upcoming BRICS summit in Johannesburg next month, according to an announcement made by the South African presidency on Wednesday, July 19. The news comes on the heels of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s warning that an arrest of Vladimir Putin, who is currently under an international […]
In a recent phone call, Russian President Vladimir Putin and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the upcoming BRICS summit set to take place in Johannesburg next month and the expiring Black Sea grain deal, according to a Kremlin statement. The discussion comes amidst growing tension over the grain deal’s renewal and controversy over Putin’s […]