Commissioner Michael Masiapato: BMA quarter 2 report for 2025/2026 unveiling of festive season operational plan for 2025/2026
Commissioner Michael Masiapato: BMA quarter 2 report for 2025/2026 unveiling of festive season operational plan for 2025/2026
Vuyelwa
Mon, 12/08/2025 - 09:51
07 Dec 2025
Presentation on BMA quarter 2 report for 2025/2026 unveiling of the festive season operational plan for 2025/2026
Deputy Commissioner for Corporate Services Madam Jane Thupana,
Deputy Commissioner for Operations,
Major General (rtd) David Chilembe,
Assistant Commissioners & Deputy Assistant C... Read more »
Commissioner Michael Masiapato: BMA quarter 2 report for 2025/2026 unveiling of festive season operational plan for 2025/2026
Vuyelwa
Mon, 12/08/2025 - 09:51
07 Dec 2025
Presentation on BMA quarter 2 report for 2025/2026 unveiling of the festive season operational plan for 2025/2026
Deputy Commissioner for Corporate Services Madam Jane Thupana,
Deputy Commissioner for Operations,
Major General (rtd) David Chilembe,
Assistant Commissioners & Deputy Assistant C... Read more »
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Commissioner Michael Masiapato: BMA quarter 2 report for 2025/2026 unveiling of festive season operational plan for 2025/2026 |…
Presentation on BMA quarter 2 report for 2025/2026 unveiling of the festive season operational plan for 2025/2026 Deputy Commissioner for Corporate Services Madam Jane Thupana, Deputy Commissioner for Operations, Major General (rtd) David Chilembe, Assistant…
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G20 at crossroads: exploring the regional route
The events throughout 2025 already make it clear that next year the international economic scene is likely to witness unexpected and perhaps unprecedented developments. One such twist in the high diplomatic circles involved the G20 format – next year the chairmanship is passed on to the United States that has already made it clear that it would not be inviting South Africa (a G20 founding member) and would replace it at the G20 summit with Poland
The events throughout 2025 already make it clear that next year the international economic scene is likely to witness unexpected and perhaps unprecedented developments. One such twist in the high diplomatic circles involved the G20 format – next year the chairmanship is passed on to the United States that has already made it clear that it would not be inviting South Africa (a G20 founding member) and would replace it at the G20 summit with Poland
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Quietly and professionally China may have ⬇️ The Unit
China did not like the Unit. They said so in banking circles and circles that are committed to trading in local currencies. Being China, they did exactly what they thought was productive, and it is. China also took Africa south of the Sahara. They may have made another bank for BRICS, but the deep business dealings are not visible yet.
Congratulations to Standard Bank on the official launch of its Cross-border Interbank Payment System (
China did not like the Unit. They said so in banking circles and circles that are committed to trading in local currencies. Being China, they did exactly what they thought was productive, and it is. China also took Africa south of the Sahara. They may have made another bank for BRICS, but the deep business dealings are not visible yet.
Congratulations to Standard Bank on the official launch of its Cross-border Interbank Payment System (
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Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina signs an MoU with China’s Chen Jiachang to expand technical exchange opportunities for young scientists
Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina signs an MoU with China’s Chen Jiachang to expand technical exchange opportunities for young scientists
Londekile
Mon, 12/08/2025 - 15:13
08 Dec 2025
South Africa and China strengthen cooperation among young scientists
The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with her Chinese counterpart, Mr Chen Jiachang, to expand technical exchange opportuni... Read more »
Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina signs an MoU with China’s Chen Jiachang to expand technical exchange opportunities for young scientists
Londekile
Mon, 12/08/2025 - 15:13
08 Dec 2025
South Africa and China strengthen cooperation among young scientists
The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with her Chinese counterpart, Mr Chen Jiachang, to expand technical exchange opportuni... Read more »
www.gov.za
Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina signs an MoU with China’s Chen Jiachang to expand technical exchange opportunities for young scientists…
South Africa and China strengthen cooperation among young scientists The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with her Chinese counterpart, Mr Chen Jiachang, to expand technical…
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💸 Europe plans to seize €210 billion in frozen Russian central bank assets to fund Ukraine, calling it a “Reparations Loan.”
But here’s the twist: this move has no UN backing, breaches sovereign immunity norms, and terrifies investors.
Belgium refuses to go along, France shields its own banks, Hungary blocks alternatives, and the US quietly warns against it.
China calls it illegal. Russia vows “harsh and extremely painful” retaliation.
If Europe rewrites financial rules in real time, what stops others from doing the same? And where does that leave BRICS nations holding reserves in Western institutions?
This isn’t just about Ukraine, it’s about who sets the rules of global finance tomorrow.
What do you think: is this legal accountability or a dangerous precedent? ⚖️
Read the full breakdown → https://thinkbrics.substack.com/p/europes-245-billion-heist-why-stealing
#BRICS #Geopolitics #GlobalFinance #SovereignImmunity
But here’s the twist: this move has no UN backing, breaches sovereign immunity norms, and terrifies investors.
Belgium refuses to go along, France shields its own banks, Hungary blocks alternatives, and the US quietly warns against it.
China calls it illegal. Russia vows “harsh and extremely painful” retaliation.
If Europe rewrites financial rules in real time, what stops others from doing the same? And where does that leave BRICS nations holding reserves in Western institutions?
This isn’t just about Ukraine, it’s about who sets the rules of global finance tomorrow.
What do you think: is this legal accountability or a dangerous precedent? ⚖️
Read the full breakdown → https://thinkbrics.substack.com/p/europes-245-billion-heist-why-stealing
#BRICS #Geopolitics #GlobalFinance #SovereignImmunity
Substack
Europe's $245 Billion Heist: Why Stealing Russia's Money Backfired
Europe froze Russia's billions, then wanted to spend them. But seizing central bank assets breaks international law, terrifies investors, and threatens to destroy trust in European finance forever.
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🌐 China weighs in on Putin’s India visit
Beijing has said its good ties with both Moscow and New Delhi contribute to security, stability, and prosperity globally Read Full Article at RT.com
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Beijing has said its good ties with both Moscow and New Delhi contribute to security, stability, and prosperity globally Read Full Article at RT.com
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China weighs in on Putin’s India visit
Beijing has said its good ties with both Moscow and New Delhi contribute to security, stability, and prosperity globally
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Think BRICS pinned «Something historic just happened in Rio that mainstream media completely ignored. For the first time ever, regular people—not just government officials—had a say in BRICS decisions. Trade unions, universities, and popular movements just formalized a Popular…»
South Africa’s vice president visits exhibition dedicated to the USSR’s contribution to the struggle against apartheid
South Africa’s vice president Paul Mashatile visited the exhibition “Solidarity in the struggle against apartheid: the Soviet Union and the national liberation movements of southern Africa”, dedicated to the USSR’s contribution to the fight against apartheid. The information was provided to African Initiative by the Russian Embassy in South Africa.
“Daria Zelenova, head of the Centre for the... Read more »
South Africa’s vice president Paul Mashatile visited the exhibition “Solidarity in the struggle against apartheid: the Soviet Union and the national liberation movements of southern Africa”, dedicated to the USSR’s contribution to the fight against apartheid. The information was provided to African Initiative by the Russian Embassy in South Africa.
“Daria Zelenova, head of the Centre for the... Read more »
African Initiative - news agency
South Africa’s vice president visits exhibition dedicated to the USSR’s contribution to the struggle against apartheid
South Africa’s vice president Paul Mashatile visited the exhibition “Solidarity in the struggle against apartheid: the Soviet Union and the national liberation movements of southern Africa”, dedicated to the USSR’s contribution to the fight against apartheid.…
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BRICS nations are rapidly stockpiling gold—and it’s no coincidence. 💰
Russia’s reserves hit a record $310.7 billion, up $92 billion in one year. China just marked its 13th straight month of gold purchases, now holding 74 million troy ounces. Brazil nearly doubled its reserves in three months, reaching 130 tonnes—its highest since 2012. Iran confirmed a major new gold discovery, aiming to ease sanctions-driven economic strain.
After the West froze $300 billion in Russian assets, gold has become a cornerstone of financial sovereignty: no counterparty risk, no sanctions, usable anywhere. Even JPMorgan’s CEO says gold could hit $10,000.
Is this the foundation of a new, non-Western financial system?
Is this the quiet build-up to a new, gold-backed financial architecture outside Western control? 👇
#BRICS #GoldReserves #DeDollarization #GeopoliticalShift
Russia’s reserves hit a record $310.7 billion, up $92 billion in one year. China just marked its 13th straight month of gold purchases, now holding 74 million troy ounces. Brazil nearly doubled its reserves in three months, reaching 130 tonnes—its highest since 2012. Iran confirmed a major new gold discovery, aiming to ease sanctions-driven economic strain.
After the West froze $300 billion in Russian assets, gold has become a cornerstone of financial sovereignty: no counterparty risk, no sanctions, usable anywhere. Even JPMorgan’s CEO says gold could hit $10,000.
Is this the foundation of a new, non-Western financial system?
Is this the quiet build-up to a new, gold-backed financial architecture outside Western control? 👇
#BRICS #GoldReserves #DeDollarization #GeopoliticalShift
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#FunTime Internet is a Wonderful place
This X channel published the first image on the left a few minutes ago. Users recalled a post published on the same channel 6 days ago.
#EpicFail - follow @ThinkBRICS
This X channel published the first image on the left a few minutes ago. Users recalled a post published on the same channel 6 days ago.
#EpicFail - follow @ThinkBRICS
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Analyzing Integration of BRIC into GVCs: A Value-Added Trade Perspective
BRICS Journal of Economics 6(4): 61-85
DOI: 10.3897/brics-econ.6.e154692
Authors: José Firmino de Sousa Filho, Gervásio Ferreira dos Santos, Luiz Carlos de Santana Ribeiro, Rodrigo Barbosa de Cerqueira
Abstract: This paper examines the involvement of Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRIC) in the global value chains (GVCs) between 2000 and 2014. It focuses on domestic value-added exports and vertical specialization. We use WIOD tables to assess the position of these countries in... Read more »
BRICS Journal of Economics 6(4): 61-85
DOI: 10.3897/brics-econ.6.e154692
Authors: José Firmino de Sousa Filho, Gervásio Ferreira dos Santos, Luiz Carlos de Santana Ribeiro, Rodrigo Barbosa de Cerqueira
Abstract: This paper examines the involvement of Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRIC) in the global value chains (GVCs) between 2000 and 2014. It focuses on domestic value-added exports and vertical specialization. We use WIOD tables to assess the position of these countries in... Read more »
BRICS Journal of Economics
Analyzing Integration of BRIC into GVCs: A Value-Added Trade Perspective
This paper examines the involvement of Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRIC) in the global value chains (GVCs) between 2000 and 2014. It focuses on domestic value-added exports and vertical specialization. We use WIOD tables to assess the position of these…
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📰 BREAKING NEWS: 7.2 Magnitude Quake Hits Off Japan's Northeastern Coast, Tsunami Advisory Issued 🇯🇵
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck off Aomori Prefecture late December 8, 2025, at 60 km depth, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. According to the Brics News, no immediate damage reported but warnings urge evacuation.
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck off Aomori Prefecture late December 8, 2025, at 60 km depth, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. According to the Brics News, no immediate damage reported but warnings urge evacuation.
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Twenty-fourth issue of the CyberBRICS Observatory bulletin
Check out our bimonthly CyberBRICS Observatory bulletin providing updates on digital policy in the BRICS. Read more »
Check out our bimonthly CyberBRICS Observatory bulletin providing updates on digital policy in the BRICS. Read more »
CyberBRICS
Twenty-fourth issue of the CyberBRICS Observatory bulletin
Check out our bimonthly CyberBRICS Observatory bulletin providing updates on digital policy in the BRICS.
🚨 SET THE ALERT 🚨 Tonight, The BRICS Epstein Files dives into the global uranium crisis that nobody's talking about.
👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/TjjbS_zApAE
We're facing a 2 billion pound uranium shortage by 2040 while Russia & China quietly consolidate control over 40% of the world's supply through Kazakhstan. The 2023 Niger coup just cut off 25% of Europe's nuclear fuel, and Western utilities only have 55% of their needs covered by 2029.
Here's our question for you: Can the West build energy security without access to strategic uranium resources? Or are we watching a geopolitical checkmate in real-time? 🌍⚡️
Drop your thoughts below 👇
Is this the biggest energy crisis no one's prepared for? What does this mean for the nuclear renaissance and the clean energy transition? Let's discuss.
#UraniumCrisis #NuclearEnergy #EnergyGeopolitics #RussiaChina #ThinkBRICS #EnergySecurity #GeopoliticalRisk #CleanEnergy #UraniumSupply #TheBRICSEpsteinFiles
👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/TjjbS_zApAE
We're facing a 2 billion pound uranium shortage by 2040 while Russia & China quietly consolidate control over 40% of the world's supply through Kazakhstan. The 2023 Niger coup just cut off 25% of Europe's nuclear fuel, and Western utilities only have 55% of their needs covered by 2029.
Here's our question for you: Can the West build energy security without access to strategic uranium resources? Or are we watching a geopolitical checkmate in real-time? 🌍⚡️
Drop your thoughts below 👇
Is this the biggest energy crisis no one's prepared for? What does this mean for the nuclear renaissance and the clean energy transition? Let's discuss.
#UraniumCrisis #NuclearEnergy #EnergyGeopolitics #RussiaChina #ThinkBRICS #EnergySecurity #GeopoliticalRisk #CleanEnergy #UraniumSupply #TheBRICSEpsteinFiles
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Global Uranium Crisis: Russia & China Control Nuclear Future?
The global uranium crisis is reshaping nuclear energy's future as Russia and China consolidate control over strategic uranium supply chains. This investigation reveals how Western energy security faces unprecedented threats from geopolitical realignments…
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Japan and US refused to join EU's program on stealing Russian assets — Politico
The EU's left alone with its crazy ideas
#Russia #FrozenAssets #Japan #USA
The EU's left alone with its crazy ideas
#Russia #FrozenAssets #Japan #USA
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The ONLY country that has benefited from Trump’s Tariffs is China.
🎯 Tariffs were supposed to shrink the trade gap, but supply chains adapted faster than policy could keep up. 🇨🇳 moved up the value chain while 🇺🇸 import demand stayed hot, that combo outmuscled any tariff schedule.
📈 #USChinaTrade #Tariffs #SupplyChain #EconomicPolicy #TradeDeficit #GlobalEconomy
🎯 Tariffs were supposed to shrink the trade gap, but supply chains adapted faster than policy could keep up. 🇨🇳 moved up the value chain while 🇺🇸 import demand stayed hot, that combo outmuscled any tariff schedule.
📈 #USChinaTrade #Tariffs #SupplyChain #EconomicPolicy #TradeDeficit #GlobalEconomy
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🌐 Message to Washington. India and Russia – Geopolitical Partners
India and Russia have opened a new chapter in their bilateral relations in December 2025, with an official visit of President Vladimir to New Delhi, India. Series of meetings held were create new busi... Read more →
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India and Russia have opened a new chapter in their bilateral relations in December 2025, with an official visit of President Vladimir to New Delhi, India. Series of meetings held were create new busi... Read more →
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Message to Washington. India and Russia - Geopolitical Partners
India and Russia have opened a new chapter in their bilateral relations in December 2025, with an official visit of President Vladimir to New Delhi,
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📰 BREAKING NEWS: Russian An-22 Military Aircraft Crashes in Ivanovo Region 🇷🇺
A heavy Russian An-22 transport plane crashed in the Ivanovo region during a training flight, carrying 7 crew members with no survivors. According to the Brics News, the Defense Ministry confirmed the incident and is probing the cause.
A heavy Russian An-22 transport plane crashed in the Ivanovo region during a training flight, carrying 7 crew members with no survivors. According to the Brics News, the Defense Ministry confirmed the incident and is probing the cause.
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Tony Blair won’t take a leading role on Trump’s proposed Gaza “board of peace”, Arab states objected due to his support for the 2003 Iraq invasion. Despite backing from the US and Israel, regional leaders remain wary of his involvement, with Egypt voicing strong public opposition earlier this year. Blair’s controversial legacy, including his past role as Middle East peace envoy and ties to Gulf governments, continues to shape perceptions decades later.
This raises a broader question: as global institutions shift, who do Global South and BRICS-aligned nations trust to mediate conflicts? 🌍
Should figures linked to past military interventions hold roles in today’s peace efforts? 💬
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This raises a broader question: as global institutions shift, who do Global South and BRICS-aligned nations trust to mediate conflicts? 🌍
Should figures linked to past military interventions hold roles in today’s peace efforts? 💬
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🌐 The Assault on UNRWA: A Dagger to the Heart of the United Nations
In the shadowed streets of Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem, Israeli police stormed the UNRWA headquarters on December 8, 2025, lowered the blue United Nations flag, and hoisted the Israeli one—seizing p... Read more →
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In the shadowed streets of Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem, Israeli police stormed the UNRWA headquarters on December 8, 2025, lowered the blue United Nations flag, and hoisted the Israeli one—seizing p... Read more →
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The Assault on UNRWA: A Dagger to the Heart of the United Nations
In the shadowed streets of Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem, Israeli police stormed the UNRWA headquarters on December 8, 2025, lowered the blue United
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