BRICS & Global South News

Thousands of Mercedes-Benz and Fuso trucks recalled in SA

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has notified consumers of safety and compliance recalls affecting thousands of Mercedes-Benz and Fuso trucks and buses sold in South Africa.

China seeks to strengthen friendship with Russia — Vice Premier of the State Council

Ding Xuexiang recalled the results of a recent survey conducted by the Russian opinion research center, which confirms that over 90% of Russian citizens have a positive view on the state of relations between China and Russia

Russia’s Arctic marine terminals to be linked with inland waterways — Putin

This is necessary to ensure cargo flows from Central Russia, the Urals and Siberia

Iran and regional Resistance pursue same authentic path: Qalibaf

Iran’s Qalibaf tells senior Hamas official that Tehran will continue to support Resistance.

Russia to close Goethe-Institut centres as Germany tensions escalate

Moscow to shut Goethe-Institut centres after Germany announces the closure of two Russian institutions.

Our women are back with demands, By Sam Akpe

Schools, ferry routes suspended as Typhoon Saudel lashes east China

Schools in the cities of Fuzhou and Quanzhou halted in-person activities as Typhoon Saudel made its third landfall in China on Fujian's coast on Thursday (Sep 3) morning.

Iran Red Crescent urges ICC probe into deadly US strike on wedding party

Outrage grows over US strike that killed four people and wounded 67 at a wedding party in Kuhestak.

Russia Will Close Germany’s Goethe-Institut Cultural Centers, Lavrov Says

The move comes in response to Germany’s announcement that it will close the Russian cultural center in Berlin following a drone incident.

All-new Mitsubishi Pajero revealed, with South Africa in its sights

Mitsubishi’s flagship SUV returns with bold new design and advanced off-road capability

READER LETTER | Safa must support Pitso’s vision

As South Africans, we should put our differences aside and give the new coach our full support.

Iran attacks US targets despite Trump threats

Iran warned the United States that Tehran had adopted a "new strategy" in the war that "will shatter your foundations".

Russia, North Korea to name car bridge after Soviet hero who saved Kim Il Sung

Russia, North Korea to name car bridge after Soviet hero who saved Kim Il Sung

Russia to close Goethe-Institut offices in Russia in response to Russian House closure

Sergey Lavrov went on to say that Germany made the decision to close the Russian House in Berlin and the Consulate General in Bonn under the false pretext that the drone that crashed in Leipzig was allegedly Russian

Hydrocarbon production underway at 20 fields on Russian shelf — ministry

Dmitry Tetenkin emphasized that in addition to onshore operations, exploration and production are also underway in offshore areas

Russia adds 162 new mineral deposits to state reserves since start of year

Among the major discoveries, Dmitry Tetenkinr highlighted the Televeyem gold deposit in Chukotka and the Grigoryev gas condensate field in the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Region

West openly encourages Kiev’s terrorist acts — Lavrov

Sergey Lavrov stressed that attempts are being made to orchestrate various provocative acts through the West’s diplomatic presence in Russia

Europe has few options left to exert pressure on Russia — WSJ

According to the newspaper, decisive and meaningful diplomatic measures have largely been exhausted

Belgium realizes EU plans to rob it as well as Russia — Grushko

Alexander Grushko described plans to use Russian assets as robbery

Russian expedition to keep working in Svalbard after ship’s seizure

The vessel is prohibited from leaving its current location

Trump threatens more strikes as death toll in Iran rises to 18

Trump says US can hit Iran 'anytime we want' as Tehran says deadly strikes, including on wedding party, a war crime.

Iran war live: 105 children and women wounded in latest US attacks

Sixty-one of the injured were women and 44 victims were under the age of 18, Health Ministry says.

Cameroon's Eto'o says African federations should support Infantino

More than ordinary shops: China strengthens a decades-old network for an age of disruption

China is beefing up a decades-old state-linked network spanning rural shops, agricultural supplies and distribution. The reasons go well beyond everyday commerce, say analysts.

Norway seizes Russian vessel Professor Molchanov in Svalbard

The vessel is prohibited from leaving its current location pending a relevant decision by the Governor of Svalbard

Feroz Khan dismissed by SAPS

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the dismissal of deputy head of crime intelligence Maj-Gen Feroz Khan from the service.

Russia-Germany relations in freeze state — envoy

Almost all major areas of cooperation have been put on hold, Russian Ambassador to Germany Sergey Nechayev noted

Iran complete perfect run to win Boys’ U17 Volleyball World Championship

Iran captured the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship title after defeating France 3-1 in the final in Doha, Qatar, completing a seven-match winning run.

Situation with fuel in Russia and global oil demand: statements by Novak

Russia continues to import gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, the official noted

Annual inflation in Russia totals 6.32% from August 25 to 31 — ministry

Prices fell by 0.01% over the week of August 25-31, 2026