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Africa Shows Interest In China’s Latest Planning Model
11Aug By News SANo Comments
Opinion

Africa Shows Interest In China’s Latest Planning Model

By Thobile Jiwulane: There is an ongoing discussion among experts and decision-makers in Africa regarding whether China's development planning and implementation model should be applied to address Africa's development challenges. The debate is not about whether the Chinese model is suitable or not; it is about how it should adopted and remodelled to suit Africa's needs and circumstances, considering the continent's challenges of underdevelopment and stagnant growth. There is consensus about the need to act with urgency and consistency, if the continent is to be rescued from its quagmire An estimated 100 people comprising academics, senior politicians from the majority African National Congress party, state functionaries, Universi...
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Mao Zedong on Contradictions and the Contemporary Situation of the SACP and the National Democratic Revolution
29May By News SANo Comments
Opinion

Mao Zedong on Contradictions and the Contemporary Situation of the SACP and the National Democratic Revolution

By Fumene George Tsibani: Mao Zedong, China's revolutionary champion. IMAGE: History.com The quotation from Mao Zedong’s 1957 address “On Correct Handling of Contradictions Among the People” provides a methodological lens through which to assess the current political moment in South Africa, particularly the conduct and strategic orientation of the South African Communist Party under General Secretary Solly Mapaila. Mao’s central contribution is the insistence that contradictions are universal and permanent, but their character is not fixed. He distinguishes between antagonistic contradictions, which exist between ourselves and the enemy and can only be resolved through struggle that removes the opposing force, and non-antagonistic contradic...
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China’s ready to share its high-level opening up, opportunities and dividends with the world and South Africa in particular, says Consul-General
20Apr By News SANo Comments
Opinion

China’s ready to share its high-level opening up, opportunities and dividends with the world and South Africa in particular, says Consul-General

By Thobile Jiwulane: Chinese Consul-General in Johannesburg, Pan Qingjiang, at Wits University. (Image: Supplied by the Consular-General) China's Consul General in Johannesburg, Pan Qingjiang, says China is committed to expanding high-level opening-up, and providing new opportunities to and sharing more dividends with the world, including South Africa, through its new development.   Delivering a speech at a seminar titled the "Reflections Seminar:  The Journey of Discovery in China” held at Wits University on April 15, 2026, Pan said China adopts a people-centred approach in dealing with its external relations. China will continue to strive together with South Africa to translate our close relationship and pragmatic cooperation into more tangible and real benefits to o...
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China Steps Into Gulf Crisis With Xi’s Four Propositions on Safeguarding and Promoting Peace and Stability
20Apr By News SANo Comments
Opinion

China Steps Into Gulf Crisis With Xi’s Four Propositions on Safeguarding and Promoting Peace and Stability

By Thobile Jiwulane: President Xi Jinping believes dialogue is the best approach in finding solutions to world conflicts. IMAGE: Supply by the Chinese Embassy in Pretoria China’s President Xi Jinping has added his voice to international efforts aimed at ending the war in the Persian Gulf, urging peace, stability, and adherence to international law. His intervention signals Beijing’s deepening involvement in a conflict that has already reshaped the Middle East and rattled global markets. The war—pitting Israel and the United States against Iran- has engulfed much of West Asia, triggering a global economic crisis as oil prices surged. At the heart of the turmoil lies the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping artery. Its blockade by the warring sides created a st...
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China South Africa Youth Federation Statement on the Outcome of the 9th China–South Africa Bi-National Commission
8Apr By News SANo Comments
News

China South Africa Youth Federation Statement on the Outcome of the 9th China–South Africa Bi-National Commission

By CSAYF: Luyanda Jonas, President of the CSAYF. IMAGE: Supplied The China South Africa Youth Federation (CSAYF) warmly welcomes the successful convening and positive outcomes of the 9th China–South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC), co-chaired in South Africa on 26 March 2026. The BNC remains a cornerstone platform for strengthening the All-Round Strategic Cooperative Partnership between the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of South Africa. This latest session reaffirmed the deepening of bilateral relations, with a strong focus on advancing cooperation across key sectors, including trade, investment, innovation, green development, and people-to-people exchanges.   As the China South Africa Youth Federation, we are particularly encouraged by...
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INITIATIVE FOR PEACE IN THE GULF: Five-Point Initiative of China and Pakistan For Restoring Peace and Stability in the Gulf and Middle East Region
3Apr By News SANo Comments
International

INITIATIVE FOR PEACE IN THE GULF: Five-Point Initiative of China and Pakistan For Restoring Peace and Stability in the Gulf and Middle East Region

By Thobile Jiwulane: Ambassador H.E. Wu Peng addresses the Sino-SA Media Club launch in Pretoria on 2 April 2026. (IMAGE: Supplied by Chinese Embassy) The Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to South Africa, Wu Peng, on Thursday night unveiled the Five-Point Initiative of China and Pakistan for Restoring Peace and Stability in the Gulf and Middle East Region, underscoring the crucial role that the Global South plays in ensuring peace and stability in the world. Speaking at the media launch of Sino-SA Media Club held at the Summit in Menlyn, Pretoria on Thursday evening, convey the details of the initiative, which is designed to facilitate the end of the ongoing war between the United States and Israel against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The war e...
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STATEMENT BY THE CHINA–SOUTH AFRICA YOUTH FEDERATION ON THE APPOINTMENT OF AMBASSADOR LETSATSI-DUBA
17Mar By News SANo Comments
International

STATEMENT BY THE CHINA–SOUTH AFRICA YOUTH FEDERATION ON THE APPOINTMENT OF AMBASSADOR LETSATSI-DUBA

By China–South Africa Youth Federation: Dipuo Letsatsi-Duba, appointed SA Ambassador to China. (Image: SA Government) The China–South Africa Youth Federation extends its warm and sincere congratulations to Ms. Dipuo Letsatsi-Duba on her appointment as the Ambassador of the Republic of South Africa to the People’s Republic of China. This appointment represents an important moment in the continued strengthening of the long-standing and strategic relationship between South Africa and China.  The Federation is confident that Ambassador Letsatsi-Duba’s distinguished record in public service, leadership, and dedication to advancing international cooperation will make a meaningful contribution to deepening bilateral relations between the two countries. South Africa ...
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Statement by the China-South Africa Youth Federation on Solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Iran
6Mar By News SANo Comments
International

Statement by the China-South Africa Youth Federation on Solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Iran

By CSAYF: Iranian Ambassador to South Africa, H.E.Mansour Shakib Mehr, addressing the South African media in Pretoria on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. (Image: Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Pretoria) The China-South Africa Youth Federation (CSAYF) expresses deep concern regarding recent developments involving the Islamic Republic of Iran and reports of military actions attributed to the United States government. Guided by the foreign policy principles of the Republic of China and the Republic of South Africa – both rooted in sovereignty, non–interference, peaceful resolution of disputes, and respect for international law – we strongly reaffirm our commitment to justice, peace and multilateralism. We condemn any violation of international...
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Our first Business Breakfast & Networking session was exceptional and a Five-Star success
2Mar By News SANo Comments
Business

Our first Business Breakfast & Networking session was exceptional and a Five-Star success

By Katlego Rammusa: Author and host, Katlego Rammusa, talking to the audience Saturday, 28th February, was a blissful morning of engagement and powerful conversations where I held the Business Breakfast & Networking session, which was our first inception at the Menlyn Boutique Hotel in Pretoria. Indeed, it was an exceptional event, one of its kind, with a lovely setup and people.  As the visionary of this initiative, the aim is to build a chamber of commerce amongst entrepreneurs, whether aspiring, emerging or established. We are creating a cross-pollination between entities and fostering worthwhile and long-lasting relationships and partnerships because one is likely to do and interact business with the people they can trust.  Proximity compounds, as the saying...
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From Boycott to Bargaining: Washington’s Africa Contradiction Exposed in Cape Town
17Feb By News SANo Comments
Business

From Boycott to Bargaining: Washington’s Africa Contradiction Exposed in Cape Town

By Zola Pinda: (Images: Mining Indaba Website) Consistency is the currency of statecraft. Without it, even the most powerful nations find their influence discounted.  The conclusion of the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town has laid bare a striking contradiction in Washington’s Africa posture — one that speaks less to strength than to strategic impatience. Merely to secure access to critical minerals In November 2025, President Donald Trump’s administration boycotted the G20 Leaders’ Summit hosted in Johannesburg on 22–23 November, declining to send official representation.  Soon thereafter, the United States confirmed it would host the 2026 G20 Summit on 14–15 December 2026 at Trump National Doral in Miami, Florida, shaping the age...
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