Podcasts about Burundi

Africa is home to the largest number of refugees in the world with 50 million people displaced from their homes in countries, including Burundi, Somalia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Some 60,000 of these refugees have been posited into the UN-funded Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi in east Africa, a place designed only for about 10,000. Join host Michael Woolworth and his colleagues - Jennifer Macharia, Nick Catley and Jason Lauthers - who visited the Dzaleka Refugee Camp and saw firsthand the challenges and hardships people face there. They also saw God at work through Bible League and amazing fellow Christians to bring the hope of the Gospel to that part of the world. Subscribe and invite others to listen with you. Length: 32:29.

C'est une « sortie » à vélo qui aura duré trois ans. À bord de son Gravel – un vélo mi-route mi-VTT, Meryem Belkihel 30 ans, a réussi le pari un peu fou de faire un tour d'Afrique, seule. 34 000 km parcourus, 33 pays traversés, la jeune Marocaine a finalement achevé son aventure début novembre 2025, à Madagascar. Elle voulait « découvrir l'Afrique », comprendre les pressions exercées sur l'écologie, rencontrer ses voisines et voisins de continent, montrer à qui la croisait sur son passage qu'on peut vivre ses rêves, en étant une femme, seule. Meryem Belkihel raconte son périple militant. De notre correspondante à Antananarivo, Sourire vissé au visage, Meryem Belkihel savoure ses premières journées depuis trois ans sans pédaler. À ses poignets, plusieurs dizaines de bracelets, souvenirs peu encombrants qui lui ont été offerts au fil de ses rencontres.« Celui-là, je l'ai eu en Éthiopie. Celui-ci, c'est, ici, Madagascar. Ça, c'est la Tanzanie, lui, le Kenya, l'Ouganda, l'Afrique du Sud, le Burundi, le Zimbabwe, celui-là l'Eswatini et ça, c'est Mozambique. » Son périple à vélo, elle l'a documenté. Caméra embarquée, drone, elle a filmé ses traversées solitaires et ses découvertes, parfois choquantes. « Le changement climatique, je voulais voir ça de près. L'impact sur notre continent, sur l'Afrique. Et partager aussi parce qu'on voit ça beaucoup, mais parfois, on se dit " Mais non ! Ce n'est pas réel ! », on trouve des excuses. « Là par exemple, c'est une vidéo que j'ai prise à l'est du Cameroun. Ces tronçonneuses que vous entendez, ce sont celles de gens qui travaillent pour une grande société qui coupe les arbres de plus que 100 ans pour les envoyer à l'étranger, en Europe et en Chine. Et là ça m'a choqué parce que pour couper un arbre, il faut en abattre 20 autres. Et ça, c'est tous les jours dans cette forêt du Cameroun. Même chose pour la République centrafricaine. » La jeune femme, informaticienne à Casablanca, avoue avoir semé la gêne dans son entourage : « Les gens ne me comprenaient pas. Ce que j'ai fait, ce n'est pas dans notre culture. On me trouvait bizarre. Mon désir de partir seule, ça a choqué ma famille, mes amis. On me demandait de rester, d'acheter une maison, une voiture, me marier, avoir des enfants. Non ! Moi, je voulais donner de l'espoir aux femmes et aussi donner l'exemple d'une femme marocaine, africaine ! » Un mental renforcé par les épreuves Meryem nous montre sur son téléphone un échange animé, qu'elle a filmé durant son périple : « Là, c'est une vidéo que j'ai tournée quand je suis arrivée au Ghana. J'étais en train de parler avec un vendeur dans un magasin de vélo, pour essayer de réparer mon dérailleur et là, il y a quelqu'un qui était juste à côté. Il a commencé à dire : " Non non non, ce que tu racontes n'est pas vrai, arrête de mentir ! Ce n'est pas possible de venir du Maroc et parcourir plus que 6 000 km à vélo ! " Bah, je lui ai dit, « Je suis Marocaine. Si toi, tu n'es pas fort, moi, je le suis et je peux le faire ! » Les galères, raconte-t-elle, elle en a vécu. Partout. Crevaisons. Casse. Pépins de santé. Chaque épreuve a contribué à renforcer un peu plus son mental d'acier : « J'ai eu quatre fois le palu, j'ai eu la typhoïde, j'ai eu beaucoup d'infections dentaires. Mon visage a été gonflé comme si j'avais pris du botox » rit-elle. « J'étais au milieu de la jungle, au Cameroun. Il y avait un centre de soin, sans eau ni électricité. C'était fou. Mais je n'ai jamais eu l'idée de dire "j'arrête, je n'en peux plus". J'ai appris durant ce voyage que si quelque chose arrive, "it is what it is". Ça m'a appris à rester toujours positive, à apprendre que chaque problème a une solution et que tout est possible. » Marquée, elle le restera. Par l'hospitalité des Guinéens, par la solidarité et la bienveillance des Malgaches, la beauté des paysages de Namibie, du Nigeria, de l'Angola. De retour au Maroc, elle a déjà prévu la suite : écrire un livre, monter le documentaire de son aventure avec les centaines d'heures de rush, et qui sait, reprendre un jour son vélo pour se rendre au point le plus au nord de la planète.

This powerful true story from Burundi will change the way you think about courage, faith, and hope. John Ortberg shares the moving account of “Little Bird,” a Hutu teacher whose final act was to pray for his executioners and sing a hymn of surrender to Jesus.Discover what real Christian hope looks like — not in comfort, but in costly, radiant trust.If you need strength today, this story will meet you.

Pastor Stephen Kuert teaches from Colossians 1 that the true gospel is powerfully advancing all over the world—changing lives in places like Burundi and Congo just as much as in Oklahoma. He warns against mixing Jesus with cultural idols like materialism, individualism, and nationalism, calling believers back to the clear, true gospel that saves by grace through faith alone. Support the show

A new University of Oxford report finds a rapid switch to renewables could double energy-sector productivity in low-to-middle income economies within 25 years. In many countries, this would result in a GDP boost by mid-century of around 10%. "Opting for clean energy could be an economic boon for solar-rich countries such as Burundi, DR Congo and Mozambique," says Professor Sam Fankhauser, Interim Director of Oxford Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment. "For context, 10% of GDP is roughly the amount countries typically spend on public health. These productivity gains are unprecedented, and it could be the developing countries that benefit the most." The importance and benefits of a clean energy transition Renewable energy boosts productivity in two ways: more electricity is generated per dollar invested, with fewer losses (for example to heat) compared to fossil fuels, and renewable energy is cheaper - enabling households, businesses and industries to run for longer at lower cost. The report quantifies this gain over the next 25 years and finds that renewable energy productivity gains are much higher in the Global South, resulting in an important advantage in the growing net zero economy. Renewables could finally start to close the income gap between rich and poor countries, say the authors. The report, part of a three-year research programme funded by energy company SSE, also investigates how renewable energy investment has already boosted GDP in low and middle-income countries as compared to fossil fuels. Spending on renewables gets multiplied in the local economy much more than fossil fuels - along the supply chain and through local wages. The analysis shows that from 2017-2022 this has boosted the GDP of the 100 largest developing countries (excluding China) by a combined US$1.2 trillion - the equivalent of 2 to 5% of GDP for most nations. In COP30 host Brazil, renewable investments raised GDP by US$128 billion. However, the authors caution that the economic benefits of renewables do not automatically flow to host communities. Instead, deliberate benefit-sharing mechanisms such as community benefit funds and co-ownership are needed. The report concludes by emphasising the potential of distributed renewable energy for accessibility and inclusion. "The success of the renewable energy transition will depend not only on lower costs and higher productivity - both of which are now all but guaranteed - but on our collective ability to ensure that its benefits are fairly and widely shared, leaving no community behind," says Professor Fankhauser. Rhian Kelly, Chief Sustainability Officer at SSE, comments: "Meaningful consultation must sit at the heart of every approach to community engagement. The most successful models go well beyond minimum requirements, reflecting the priorities and context of local people. By sharing learnings, we can identify what works best - and ensure that dedicated community funds are transparent, flexible, truly responsive to local needs. In the UK and Ireland, these funds have already supported more than 12,000 projects. With clear policy frameworks - including minimum contribution thresholds and standardised benefit-sharing agreements - we can build on this success and deliver lasting benefits for communities." The report will be uploaded here: https://www.smithschool.ox.ac. uk/research/economics sustainability About the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment The Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment at the University of Oxford equips enterprise to achieve net zero emissions and the sustainable development goals, through world-leading research, teaching and partnerships. https://www.smithschool.ox.ac. uk/ See more breaking stories here.

Małgorzata Gosiewska, europosłanka PiS, przebywa w Burundi, gdzie odwiedza polskie misjonarki – karmelitanki Dzieciątka Jezus. Siostry prowadzą szpitale, przychodnie i szkoły – od przedszkola po zawodówki – w kraju, który zmaga się z dramatyczną biedą.To miejsce beznadziei, w którym siostry dają ludziom szansę na lepszy los– podkreśla Gosiewska.O sytuacji w swojej placówce mówiła też siostra z Krakowa, misjonarka od 27 lat pracująca w Afryce.Mamy 120 łóżek, ale bywa, że przyjmujemy dwa razy więcej chorych. Na położnictwie kobiety śpią na materacach, bo musimy przyjąć każdą– opowiada. Wiele ciężarnych dociera z odległych wiosek pieszo lub na noszach. Od dwóch lat w Burundi brakuje paliwa – karetki często nie mają jak wyjechać.Życie zwykłych ludzi to przede wszystkim praca na małych poletkach i walka o wyżywienie rodziny. Na wioskach funkcjonują tylko kościół, szkoła i szpital.Prąd znika nawet w stolicy. W szkołach na wioskach nie ma go w ogóle– mówi siostra. Dzieci idą do szkoły nawet półtorej godziny w jedną stronę. Często jedyny posiłek dostają właśnie tam.Bieda jest przytłaczająca. Ludzie stoją na ulicach, bo pracy nie ma. A jednocześnie wszyscy są uśmiechnięci i życzliwi– opisuje Gosiewska.Nie brakuje niebezpieczeństw – napadów, kradzieży, blokad drogowych – ale siostry cieszą się ogromnym szacunkiem mieszkańców.Gosiewska zachęca do wsparcia zbiórki prowadzonej przez parafię na warszawskim Bemowie:Każda złotówka pomoże dzieciom godnie przeżyć święta. Siostry marzą też o budowie porodówki – mają projekt, brakuje im środków– mówi. Link do zbiórki dostępny jest na jej profilu w mediach społecznościowych. 

De Rode Duivels zijn na het 1-1 gelijkspel in Kazachstan nog niet zeker van WK-deelname. Niemand twijfelt dat we het morgenavond zullen afmaken tegen Liechtenstein, maar er weerklonk de voorbije dagen toch veel kritiek. Kritiek over de gemiste kansen, het geleverde spel en over het tactisch plan van bondscoach Rudi Garcia. Sterspeler Jérémy Doku luidde zelf de alarmbel. Een storm in een glas water of is er meer aan de hand?Noorwegen en Portugal hebben intussen wél hun WK-ticket beet. Ook Ierland blijft in de running, het mag net als Italië naar de play-offs. Voor Duitsland wordt het erop of eronder tegen Slowakije. In Afrika heeft Congo zich op dramatische wijze geplaatst voor de intercontinentale play-offs. Maar het opvallendste nieuws was volgens ons panel toch de 3-4 nederlaag van Burundi tegen een lokale selectie van spelers uit eigen land. Een afgang zonder meer.

Véritable problème de santé publique, il est question du diabète dans ce numéro de Capsule santé. On parle de ses causes, conséquences et sa prise en charge avec le Dr Kessy Sekpe, medecin interniste diabètologue et présidente de l'association togolaise du diabète.Mais avant, direction le Burundi où les autorités sanitaires cherchent à éradiquer le choléra.

Burundi is East Africa's best-kept secret, a mountainous jewel wedged between the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, and Tanzania. This landlocked nation may be one of the world's smallest countries, but it packs extraordinary biodiversity, ancient kingdoms, and some of the planet's finest tea into its compact borders. Known as the "Heart of Africa" for its central location, Burundi offers intrepid travelers pristine national parks, sacred drumming traditions, and a resilient culture shaped by both triumph and turbulence.Love the pod? Get the guide! Out with each new podcast, we publish a guide to the country. Buy the TrodPod guide to the Burundi for just $3: https://www.patreon.com/c/trodpod/shop. Better yet, become a TrodPod member for just $5 a month and access TrodPod guides to every country in the world, released weekly with each new podcast episode! Sign up now: https://www.patreon.com/trodpod/membershipThanks for all your support!TrodPod is Murray Garrard and Elle Keymer. Sound editing by Leo Audio Productions. Design and marketing by GPS: Garrard Powell Solutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the time of year where charity Christmas gift catalogues find their way to your mailboxes and inboxes—but how do these practical, and hopefully meaningful, shopping options actually work? When you buy a pig for your mom, will a piglet wearing a red bow arrive on her doorstep Christmas morning? What happens to a community in Burundi if somebody suddenly donates 5,000 goats?In this episode of the Ending Poverty Together Podcast, Mike Prins, with Communications at Food for the Hungry Canada, has all these answers and more for you! Listen to discover how a gift of a cow or a rabbit hops from the pages of the Gifts for Change Gift Guide right to the homes of families in need. Mike shares personal stories of impact sparked by real Canadians through the Gift Guide, and yes! He'll even answer your question about the 5,000 goats.

Katika makala ya Habari Rafiki hii leo tunazungumzia hatua ya Rais wa Marekani Donald Trump kutishia kutumia jeshi la nchi yake kupambana na wanajihadi wanaowauwa Wakiristo nchini Nigeria. Kauli hii imewakasirisha viongozi wa Nigeria, ambao wanasema serikali nchini humo, haiungi mkono unyanyasaji wa kidini. Tumemuuliza msikilizaji anazungumzia vipi mpango wa huu wa Trump na ni nini kinaweza kufanyika kumaliza mauaji ya kidini nchini Nigeria.

Katika makala ya Habari Rafiki hii leo tunazungumzia hatua ya Rais wa Marekani Donald Trump kutishia kutumia jeshi la nchi yake kupambana na wanajihadi wanaowauwa Wakiristo nchini Nigeria. Kauli hii imewakasirisha viongozi wa Nigeria, ambao wanasema serikali nchini humo, haiungi mkono unyanyasaji wa kidini. Tumemuuliza msikilizaji anazungumzia vipi mpango wa huu wa Trump na ni nini kinaweza kufanyika kumaliza mauaji ya kidini nchini Nigeria.

Czy troska o ubogich jest przeszkodą w życiu kontemplacyjnym czy jego integralną częścią? Co to znaczy, że Chrystus jest obecny w ubogich w sposób szczególny? Jak radzić sobie z poczuciem bezradności? Dlaczego nawet nieefektywna pomoc ma sens? Czego można się od ubogich nauczyć? I na czym polega szczególne zadanie Kościoła?O różnych obliczach ubóstwa rozmawiamy z o. Maciejem Jaworskim, karmelitą bosym, misjonarzem w Burundi i Rwandzie pracującym wśród Pigmejów.—Zapraszamy na nasz profil na Patronite.pl:⁠Smak Karmelu na Patronite

Welcome to this explosive, investigative, fact-finding edition of Light ‘Em Up!We are incredibly pleased you decided to join us for one of our most comprehensive episodes to date!Tonight, we shine the antiseptic light of the truth at the intersection of hate speech and the violence that stems from it.While a great many people on the right strongly disagree with the truth, and struggle to accept it, the fact that the radical right is far more violent than the left is unwavering. Far-right attacks continue to outpace all other types of terrorism and domestic violent extremism.As a kid do you remember expressing the children's rhyme that says, “Sticks and stones can break your bones, but names can never hurt you?” While this is a nice thought — it isn‘t true. Words matter; words can hurt — words can lead to murder.In the Holy Bible, the Book of Ephesians (4:29) advises: “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, which may benefit those who listen.” We need only look to the country of Rwanda in 1994 and the genocide that took place there. Collectively and pejoratively, the Tutsis were referred to as “cockroaches”.  Who acts neighborly or welcomes a cockroach into their home? Some 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus were killed in 100 days. (The Tutsi and Hutu are ethnic groups established primarily in Rwanda and Burundi.)Evidence shows that the use of radio impacted and effected mobilization for violence in the Rwandan genocide.For more than a decade we've been exposed to the hate filled vitriol of Donald Trump. The words he willingly and intentionally chooses are often filled with hate.It is evident from his outward behavior; Donald Trump is not happy.  Barack Obama haunts him in thought, word, and past deed.Trump regularly refers to anyone who isn't in his “in-group” as “the enemy of the people” … “animals” and “scum”, you name it.His targets have been the press as a whole and individual journalists, immigrants, Blacks, LGBTQ+ people, Democrats, and whomever he chooses in the moment.His third-grade vocabulary has no filter. His political party does nothing to hold him to account for his vile, hate-filled rhetoric, even opting to echo and use it often.Rarely does he open his mouth without denigrating, dehumanizing, blaming, or accusing another person of doing something with no evidence.In this explosive episode we will highlight:—    As a case study we'll examine how hate speech can and does facilitate violence. From the genocide that took place in 1994 in Rwanda we offer a special feature in hearing from Henriette Mutegwaraba, survivor of the genocide and founder of the Million Lives Genocide relief fund.—    Multiple examples of the vile, hateful, and demagogic language that Donald Trump spews with regularity and comparing and contrasting his words with that of the Rwandan genocide.And much, much more!“The enemy of the people” are words Adolph Hitler used to describe the Jews before his “final solution” was put into effect which killed some 6 million people.This is the language of insecure, fascist, racist, dictatorial demagogues, and it is extremely dangerous.In his book entitled Behemoth, first published in 1942, Franz Neumann wrote that violence served to establish totalitarian control over German society.Violence throughout the Third Reich was used as a rational instrument of political power.Donald Trump's administration does the same.Democracy is dying right in front of us.Don't move a muscle!Tune out the world and tune-in to Light ‘Em Up — Right here and right now!Tune in and follow our sponsors Newsly and We want to hear from you!

Daily audio recordings of CMFI Praise, Prayer and Fasting Crusade. From 13th October to 21st Nov 2025

Daily audio recordings of CMFI Praise, Prayer and Fasting Crusade. From 13th October to 21st Nov 2025

SINGAPORE workshop : Engagement and burnout in the workplace INDIA workshop: High Performance Leadership SummitTo sign up for our difficult conversations and workplace culture workshop go here.Imagine being an introvert who works in banking and deciding to be the first women to lead an expedition down the Nile where you face attacks from crocodiles, hippo's and more.That's what happened to Sarah Davis who, in her forties and in search of more out of life, she decided to step away from her corporate life & attempt to paddle the length of the Nile.She survived hippo attacks, being arrested & detained in Burundi & running lethal rapids. Now, her expeditions in Oman, Australia and more have given Sarah insights into what it takes to overcome fear, thrive through uncertainty & succeed in challenging environments. Her best-selling book, Paddle the Nile: One Woman's Search For a Life Less Ordinary was published in July 2022.In this episode she shares:How she was a desperately shy and quite childWhat brought her to AustraliaThe vulnerability she felt from sharing her blogWhat happened when her passport got stolenHer experience going back into bankingWhy she decided to pursue an expeditionThe risks and preparation she had to learn aboutWhat she did in advance to mitigate the risksSeeing big white bags of contraband next to the riverHow the rapids worried her due to a near drowning experienceHer experience being attacked by a hippo on day 6The pep talk she gave herself to get throughThe other challenges she encountered on the expeditionGetting food poisoning the day before the last dayThe lessons she now carries with herKey Quotes“I felt like I had a really beautiful piece of clothing that just didn't suit me.”“The intel we got was that they were going to detain me if I went there.”“This huge hippo's bitten into the back of the raft. I'd never felt real primal fear before.”More about SarahFind out more about Sarah via her website, Instagram and LinkedIn.You can get involved with the podcast online On facebook in our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/challengesthatchangeusOr on Instagram: @challengesthatchangeusIf you want to contact the podcast, email us here: support@challengesthatchangeus.comOr check out our website: www.Challengesthatchangeus.comIf you want to find out more about what Ali does, check out her business via the website:http://www.trialtitudeperformance.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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My guest today is Kyle Dietrich.Kyle is the founder of Grounded Idealist and co-organizer of the Coaching Collaborative, a powerful initiative supporting tens of thousands of displaced public servants with coaching, career transition support, and deep innovation work designed to empower changemakers to continue serving. Grounded Idealist has mobilized nearly 3,000 credentialed coaches and offered over 20,000 hours of pro bono coaching to workers in transition since February 2025. Kyle is a peacebuilder, social entrepreneur, and trauma-informed leadership coach. With more than 25 years of experience leading large-scale international development and humanitarian assistance programs in complex contexts like Haiti, Niger, and Burundi, including his former role as Training and Learning Director in USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, Kyle brings a practitioner's insight to the intersection of global change, trauma, and human development.Episode Resources: Click this link if you are a worker in transition and would like to learn more about Grounded Idealist's programs, including signing up to receive coaching: https://www.groundedidealist.co/workers  Click this link if you are a coach interested in signing up to offer pro bono coaching and/or join their coach membership program: https://www.groundedidealist.co/coachesYou can also follow Grounded Idealist on LinkedIn to learn more about their programs and events: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grounded-idealistSupport the showMake Life Less Difficult~ Support:buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

Radio Foot, deux émissions en direct aujourd'hui 16h10-21h10 T.U. Au sommaire : Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 trois tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! ; Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où trois nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? ; Les Bleus freinés en Islande.    Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! L'ultime match remporté face à l'Eswatini envoie les Requins bleus en phase finale. Une 1ère pour l'archipel, plus petit pays en superficie à se qualifier pour un Mondial, une nation qui profite de l'élargissement de la compétition à 48 équipes. Que valent ces Bleus ? Le Cameroun, décevant à domicile, n'a pas pu faire la différence contre l'Angola. Les Indomptables devront attendre la fin des matches pour savoir s'ils rejoindront de fastidieux barrages. Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où 3 nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? Une victoire ouvrirait aux Guépards les portes du tournoi. Un faux pas pourrait favoriser les Bafana Bafana, qui doivent s'imposer (nettement) face au Rwanda. - Groupe F: les Ivoiriens doivent finir le travail contre le Kenya. Dans le même temps le Gabon accueille le Burundi, avant-dernier. Les Panthères évolueront sans P-E Aubameyang. - Groupe B, le Sénégal y est presque. Les Lions reçoivent la Mauritanie pour un derby. Le 12e Gaïndé rendra un hommage à Sadio Mané à Diamniadio. La RDC affronte le Soudan à Kinshasa, pour verrouiller sa deuxième place ? Les Bleus freinés en Islande. Un coup d'arrêt pour une sélection très remaniée, mais pas vraiment d'équipe B, et une défense coupable sur le but islandais de l'égalisation. Voyage à blanc pour Pavard, pourquoi le convoquer ? Devant, Michael Olise décevant. Pas de Mbappé pour trouver la solution ? Pas de qualification pour l'instant puisque l'Ukraine a battu l'Azerbaïdjan. Avec : Annie Gasnier | Dominique Sévérac, Antoine Grognet, Nabil Djellit et Philippe Doucet | Technique/Réalisation : Guillaume Buffet - David Fintzel / Pierre Guérin.

Radio Foot, deux émissions en direct aujourd'hui 16h10-21h10 T.U. Au sommaire : Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 trois tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! ; Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où trois nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? ; Les Bleus freinés en Islande.    Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! L'ultime match remporté face à l'Eswatini envoie les Requins bleus en phase finale. Une 1ère pour l'archipel, plus petit pays en superficie à se qualifier pour un Mondial, une nation qui profite de l'élargissement de la compétition à 48 équipes. Que valent ces Bleus ? Le Cameroun, décevant à domicile, n'a pas pu faire la différence contre l'Angola. Les Indomptables devront attendre la fin des matches pour savoir s'ils rejoindront de fastidieux barrages. Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où 3 nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? Une victoire ouvrirait aux Guépards les portes du tournoi. Un faux pas pourrait favoriser les Bafana Bafana, qui doivent s'imposer (nettement) face au Rwanda. - Groupe F: les Ivoiriens doivent finir le travail contre le Kenya. Dans le même temps le Gabon accueille le Burundi, avant-dernier. Les Panthères évolueront sans P-E Aubameyang. - Groupe B, le Sénégal y est presque. Les Lions reçoivent la Mauritanie pour un derby. Le 12e Gaïndé rendra un hommage à Sadio Mané à Diamniadio. La RDC affronte le Soudan à Kinshasa, pour verrouiller sa deuxième place ? Les Bleus freinés en Islande. Un coup d'arrêt pour une sélection très remaniée, mais pas vraiment d'équipe B, et une défense coupable sur le but islandais de l'égalisation. Voyage à blanc pour Pavard, pourquoi le convoquer ? Devant, Michael Olise décevant. Pas de Mbappé pour trouver la solution ? Pas de qualification pour l'instant puisque l'Ukraine a battu l'Azerbaïdjan. Avec : Annie Gasnier | Dominique Sévérac, Antoine Grognet, Nabil Djellit et Philippe Doucet | Technique/Réalisation : Guillaume Buffet - David Fintzel / Pierre Guérin.

Elle est journaliste, militante pour les droits humains et poétesse. Elle s'appelle Ketty Nivyabandi. Elle est née à Bruxelles de parents burundais, elle a passé une partie de son enfance et de sa vie de jeune adulte à Bujumbura, avant, en 2015, de devoir s'exiler, après avoir organisé la première marche pacifique de femmes de l'histoire de son pays. Pour dénoncer, à l'époque, la volonté du président Pierre Nkurunziza de briguer un troisième mandat. Désormais exilée au Canada, Ketty Nivyabandi vient de faire paraitre un recueil de poésie intitulé Je suis un songe de liberté. Son recueil est paru en Europe et au Canada aux éditions Bruno Doucey. Il sera également disponible à partir de la fin du mois d'octobre sur le continent africain, via les éditions Jimsaan. Elle est l'invitée de Florence Morice.

Join host Jed Doherty as he explores two remarkable children's books that prove storytelling is about much more than just words on a page. In this heartwarming episode, we meet two incredible authors who transform personal experiences into powerful narratives that educate, inspire, and connect families. First, meet Michelle Krumenacher, author of "Rocky's Courageous Rescue," a delightful picture book born from a family adventure in Kenya. While exploring Lake Nakuru, Michelle's son discovered rock hyraxes - adorable creatures most people have never heard of. What started as a bedtime story quickly became a published book that teaches children about courage, resilience, and embracing their unique qualities. Michelle's journey is more than just a publishing success story. Having lived in Burundi, one of the world's poorest countries, she and her family now work with refugees in Oklahoma, teaching English and spreading compassion. Her book reflects this spirit of understanding and connection. Next, Victoria Smith shares "Liliana's Match: Finding Bella," a touching story about a young girl with ADHD and her supportive canine companion. Inspired by her daughter's beloved beagle, Victoria crafted a narrative that helps children feel seen and understood. The book explores how animals can support kids with ADHD and anxiety, promoting empathy and awareness. Both authors demonstrate the incredible power of storytelling. They show how personal experiences, family support, and a commitment to understanding others can create meaningful children's literature. Their books aren't just entertainment - they're tools for learning, growing, and connecting. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone who loves a good story, this episode offers inspiration and hope. It reminds us that every story matters, and sometimes the most powerful narratives come from the most unexpected places. Tune in to discover how these authors are changing the world, one page at a time. Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com Follow Us On Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/readingwithyourkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/readingwithyourkids/ X - https://x.com/jedliemagic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/reading-with-your-kids-podcast/ Please consider leaving a review of this episode and the podcast on whatever app you are listening on, it really helps!

Have western Christians become so comfortable that we no longer exercise faith? How can we renew a radical trust in God's provision and protection without abandoning our wisdom and responsibility? In this special episode, Aaron and Andy are joined by the well-known missionary and podcaster (and long-time Pod of the Gaps fan!) Simon Guillebaud, who spent many years working in the warzone of Burundi with his wife and young family. Simon recounts the experiences and inspirations that shaped him, and reflects on the challenges and wisdom he has learned along the way in seeking to maintain a truly radical faith in our walk with God. Resources mentioned: • Simon's podcast "Inspired": ⁦https://simonguillebaud.com/inspired-podcast/ Andy and Aaron's appearances on Simon's podcast... • "A Message Worth Sharing" (Andy Bannister) ⁦https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-message-worth-sharing-andy-bannister/id1564089451?i=1000661095014⁩ • "Faith Through Cancellation" (Aaron Edwards) ⁦https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-through-cancellation-aaron-edwards/id1564089451?i=1000639295085⁩ • Jaron Lanier, "Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now" (London: Vintage Books, 2018)

« Je suis un homme du sérail, mais pas un apparatchik », affirme le Congolais de Brazzaville, Firmin Édouard Matoko, qui est haut fonctionnaire à l'Unesco depuis trente ans et qui brigue lundi prochain la succession de la Française Audrey Azoulay au poste de directeur général de l'Organisation des Nations Unies pour l'ducation, la science et la culture. RFI a également sollicité une interview auprès de l'autre candidat, l'ancien ministre égyptien de la Culture, Khaled El-Enany, qui, pour l'instant, n'a pas donné suite à notre requête. De passage à Paris, Firmin Édouard Matoko répond à Christophe Boisbouvier.  RFI : Quelle est la vision de l'Unesco que vous porterez si vous êtes élu ? Firmin Édouard Matoko : Alors, moi je pense que ce qu'il faut apporter comme réponse, c'est très vite des solutions pragmatiques à ce qui est reproché au système des Nations unies, son inefficacité, son extrême bureaucratisation et son extrême politisation. Alors, il n'y a pas assez d'opérations à vos yeux, vous voulez dire que, par exemple, l'opération de réhabilitation de Mossoul au nord de l'Irak par madame Audrey Azoulay, c'est bien, mais ce n'est pas suffisant ? Non, c'est une opération d'ailleurs qui restera, je pense, dans les annales de l'Unesco, comme on en a connu pour Abou Simbel, Tombouctou, tous les sites du patrimoine que nous avons restaurés dans le monde. Non, je pense qu'on peut faire plus, on peut faire mieux. Moi, ce que je propose, c'est une réflexion sur la mission et le mandat de l'Unesco. C'est une agence technique, intellectuelle, ce n'est pas une agence conçue pour faire de la médiation politique. C'est une agence qui doit proposer des solutions techniques à des situations extrêmement complexes du point de vue politique. On l'a vu avec la guerre en Ukraine par exemple, on le voit à Gaza, on le voit dans des conflits qu'aujourd'hui on oublie malheureusement, au Soudan, en Haïti, en Afghanistan. Vous dites que l'Unesco manque de ressources. Or, ce n'est pas de chance, mais cette année, les États-Unis ont annoncé leur retrait. Ils contribuent à 20 %. Est-ce que vous avez quelque chose à répondre à Donald Trump qui dit que l'Unesco est trop politisée ? Écoutez, c'est une organisation universelle où toutes les voix ont leur importance. Et c'est une organisation intellectuelle, donc, nous, on admet la contradiction, le débat contradictoire. Je crois que ce qui est important, c'est qu'on arrive à un consensus sur cette thématique majeure. Nous ne sommes pas là pour trancher en faveur d'un courant ou d'un autre, mais nous donnons des espaces d'expression aux États membres, à la société civile sur des sujets majeurs. Donc, cette organisation, c'est un espace de dialogue et de solidarité. Vous êtes un haut fonctionnaire de l'Unesco depuis plus de 30 ans. Que répondez-vous à ceux qui disent que vous êtes un apparatchik ? Ça existe encore ce mot « apparatchik » ? Je ne savais pas ça… Enfin… Disons que justement, du fait que je sois un homme du sérail, je préfère, qui a la connaissance de la maison, qui a été à des instances de direction au cours des quinze dernières années, je sais ce que l'on peut proposer, je sais où se trouvent les changements possibles et je sais ce qui peut se faire immédiatement. Alors votre adversaire, l'Égyptien Khaled El-Enany, il dit que lui, il vient de l'extérieur de cette organisation et qu'il a une expérience de terrain, puisqu'il a été ministre de la Culture de son pays. Est-ce que ce n'est pas une différence entre vous deux ?   Moi, j'ai été ministre des Relations extérieures, l'équivalent, je ne sais pas, de l'Unesco, pendant quinze ans, et de la priorité Afrique. J'ai visité, j'ai parcouru plus de 100 pays en apportant des solutions en temps de paix, en temps de conflit, en Irak, en Jordanie, en Syrie, en Haïti, au Cambodge, aux grands moments des conflits, en Somalie, au Soudan. Donc, je crois que je sais ce que c'est que le multilatéralisme. Nous avons proposé des solutions au Rwanda après le génocide, au Burundi, au Congo. Et donc je pense que c'est réduire mon expérience en parlant d'apparatchik. Vous n'êtes candidat que depuis six mois, alors que votre adversaire, il l'est depuis plus de deux ans et il a recueilli le soutien de nombreux pays dans le monde arabe, en Europe, etc. Est-ce que vous n'allez pas à cette bataille avec un gros handicap ? Non, moi je ne crois pas. Je peux vous dire que moi, je suis candidat depuis 30 ans, depuis le premier jour que je suis rentré à l'Unesco. J'ai eu l'ambition un jour, et je suis modestement un modèle pour beaucoup de collègues, parce qu'on peut effectivement concevoir qu'un ressortissant d'un petit pays du Sud, sans être péjoratif, formé à l'intérieur de l'Unesco, peut accéder aux instances dirigeantes. On n'a pas besoin d'avoir été ministre de son pays pour diriger cette organisation. Et je ne crois pas avoir été en retard. Certains sont trop en avance. Mais je crois en la sagesse, en la lucidité des Etats membres pour choisir le meilleur candidat pour cette organisation. Mais l'Union africaine a déjà donné sa préférence, c'est pour votre adversaire… L'Union africaine a entériné une candidature, mais selon la loi, les Etats membres, ici à l'Unesco, ne sont pas appelés à élire un candidat de l'Union africaine. L'Union africaine ne vote pas, sinon on aurait eu un candidat du Mercosur, un candidat de l'Union européenne. Et je pense que j'ai légitimement le droit de me présenter candidat. Et quand on vous dit que l'Égyptien Khaled El-Enany part favori, qu'est-ce que vous répondez ?   Ça ne me décourage pas, croyez-moi. Moi, je ne suis pas un candidat d'une région, d'un pays. Je suis candidat de toutes les nations, de tous les peuples. Et j'y vais avec la conviction parce que j'ai la passion de cette organisation et cette institution. À lire aussiSuccession à la tête de l'Unesco: «Les deux candidats rassurent par rapport à leurs capacités à diriger»

The author of "Sustainable Qatar: Social, Political and Environmental Perspectives" delves into the multifaceted meaning of sustainability, especially within the context of the Arabian Peninsula. Our guest unpacks the region's unique environmental challenges, including sea level rise, extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss, and explores the innovative strategies being implemented to build a more resilient future. An Associate Professor at the College of Public Policy at Hamad bin Khalifa University, Logan Cochrane, also critically examines the concept of "greenwashing," the complexities of global sustainability metrics, and the challenges of policy making.  0:00:00 The Nuance of Sustainability0:03:05 Environmental Challenges in the GCC0:06:08 Time Scale of Environmental Issues0:09:42 Food Security in the Arabian Peninsula0:17:40 Water Sources and Challenges in Qatar0:20:25 Future Challenges and Adaptation in Arid Environments0:22:53 Skepticism Towards Energy Transitions0:24:50 Defining Greenwashing0:31:11 The Politics of Sustainability Metrics0:38:10 Global Leaders in Sustainability0:41:09 The Environmental Impact of Electric Vehicles0:48:10 The "Game of Telephone" in Policy Making0:51:30 Non-Governmental Efforts in Sustainability Logan Cochrane is an Associate Professor at the College of Public Policy at Hamad bin Khalifa University (HBKU). His research includes diverse geographic and disciplinary foci, covering broad thematic areas of food security, climate change, social justice and governance. For the last 15 years, he has worked in non-governmental organizations internationally, including in Afghanistan, Benin, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. Logan has served as a director for two non-governmental organizations, and worked as a consultant with clients such as Global Affairs Canada, International Development Research Centre, Save the Children, Management Sciences for Health, the Liaison Office, UNICEF and UNAIDS. Connect with Logan Cochrane

Sarah Davis joined me on the podcast almost two years ago to share her plans to become the first woman to paddle the length of the Nile river.A journey of 6,853km / 4,200mi from the source of the Nile in Rwanda, all the way to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast in Egypt, at the time we first spoke Sarah had anticipated the expedition would start in January 2018 and take 7 months.So Sarah returns to the podcast this week to share how it unfolded!Spoiler alert!Things didn't all go according to plan and two key decisions meant that Sarah wasn't able to achieve her original goal to paddle the length of the Nile.However, she has become the first woman to lead an expedition along the Nile.In this conversation, we discuss:- how she made the decision where to start her expedition; a harder decision with more options than you might think,- what she felt visiting the source of the Nile in Rwanda after 3+ years of planning,- the very angry hippo tried to flip and then bite a hole in their inflatable raft just 6 days into the expedition,- how she was arrested and detained for 3 days in Burundi,- the point at which she (and her team) decided to catch a ferry on Lake Victoria which meant she wouldn't achieve her original goal to paddle the entire length of the river (and how disconnecting from ego and exploring her ‘why' made the decision somewhat easier),- why she cried in a hotel restaurant the day after she finished her expedition, and- whether the expedition feels like unfinished business.

durée : 00:58:02 - Cultures Monde - par : Julie Gacon, Mélanie Chalandon - Si Donald Trump se félicite d'avoir réuni le Rwanda et la RDC pour signer un traité de paix le 27 juin dernier, les combats au Kivu font toujours rage. Pourquoi les Etats-Unis se sont-ils engagés dans la résolution de ce conflit et peuvent-ils réellement y mettre fin ? - réalisation : Vivian Lecuivre - invités : Onesphore Sematumba Analyste senior pour la République démocratique du Congo et le Burundi auprès de l'International Crisis Group; Sonia Rolley Journaliste,ancienne correspondante de RFI en République Démocratique du Congo; Christophe Le Bec Journaliste à Africa Intelligence, responsable de la rubrique Mines

Imvo n'Imvano 06/09/2025: Kuki u Rwanda n'u Burundi bitagiye muri CHAN?

Les éliminatoires de la Coupe du monde 2026 se poursuivent en Afrique avec les 7e et 8e journées. En Europe, l'équipe de France se prépare à affronter l'Ukraine. Les leaders de groupe ont l'opportunité de renforcer leur avance et de se rapprocher de la qualification. Pour d'autres, la compétition reste serrée : les prochains matchs seront décisifs ! Zone Afrique Retour sur le match Tchad-Ghana : victoire conseillée pour les Black Stars qui ont les Comores aux trousses ! Vendredi, deux duels à distance dans le groupe B : la RDC, leader, et le Sénégal, en embuscade, qui luttent à couteaux tirés devront éviter le faux pas. Dans le groupe F, la Côte d'Ivoire recevra le Burundi : ne pas décevoir pour repasser devant le Gabon en cas de succès. Le Maroc sera-t-il la première équipe africaine qualifiée dès demain après son match face au Niger ? La première sélection africaine à avoir atteint le dernier carré d'une Coupe du monde tient-elle son rang ? Zone Europe Gattuso première ! Mal embarqués dans ces éliminatoires, les Italiens n'ont pas le droit à l'erreur demain en recevant l'Estonie. L'ancienne forte tête de l'AC Milan et champion du monde 2006 saura-t-il trouver la formule pour les relancer ? Éléments de réponse avec Matteo Cioffi, notre correspondant en Italie ! Équipe de France Les Bleus se déplacent en Pologne demain pour affronter l'Ukraine. Didier Deschamps est-il, au fil des matches, en train d'adopter définitivement l'option offensive chez les Bleus ? Autour d'Annie Gasnier, nos consultants du jour : Étienne Moatti, Saïd Amdaa et Patrick Juillard Édition : David Fintzel – TCR : Laurent Salerno

Les éliminatoires de la Coupe du monde 2026 se poursuivent en Afrique avec les 7e et 8e journées. En Europe, l'équipe de France se prépare à affronter l'Ukraine. Les leaders de groupe ont l'opportunité de renforcer leur avance et de se rapprocher de la qualification. Pour d'autres, la compétition reste serrée : les prochains matchs seront décisifs ! Zone Afrique Retour sur le match Tchad-Ghana : victoire conseillée pour les Black Stars qui ont les Comores aux trousses ! Vendredi, deux duels à distance dans le groupe B : la RDC, leader, et le Sénégal, en embuscade, qui luttent à couteaux tirés devront éviter le faux pas. Dans le groupe F, la Côte d'Ivoire recevra le Burundi : ne pas décevoir pour repasser devant le Gabon en cas de succès. Le Maroc sera-t-il la première équipe africaine qualifiée dès demain après son match face au Niger ? La première sélection africaine à avoir atteint le dernier carré d'une Coupe du monde tient-elle son rang ? Zone Europe Gattuso première ! Mal embarqués dans ces éliminatoires, les Italiens n'ont pas le droit à l'erreur demain en recevant l'Estonie. L'ancienne forte tête de l'AC Milan et champion du monde 2006 saura-t-il trouver la formule pour les relancer ? Éléments de réponse avec Matteo Cioffi, notre correspondant en Italie ! Équipe de France Les Bleus se déplacent en Pologne demain pour affronter l'Ukraine. Didier Deschamps est-il, au fil des matches, en train d'adopter définitivement l'option offensive chez les Bleus ? Autour d'Annie Gasnier, nos consultants du jour : Étienne Moatti, Saïd Amdaa et Patrick Juillard Édition : David Fintzel – TCR : Laurent Salerno

Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la kuhudumia wakimbizi UNHCR kwa kushirikiana na Baraza la Wakimbizi la Norway NRC wanahakikisha wakimbizi wanaoishi katika kambi za wakimbizi za mkoani Kigoma Magharibi mwa Tanzania ikiwemo kambi ya nyarugusu wanapata huduma muhimu za maji na usafi kupitia ushirikiano wa viongozi wa wakimbizi. Huduma hizo  zimekuwa changamoto kubwa katika kambi za wakimbizi zikichangiwa na ukata wa ufadhili. Flora Nducha na taarifa zaidi (TAARIFA YA FLORA NDUCHA)Vita vya wenyewe kwa wenyewe vilipoibuka Burundi mwaka 2015, na baadaye mapigano kuighubika upya Jamhuri ya Kidemokrasia ya Congo DRC, maelfu ya  watu walikimbia na kuvuka mpaka kuingia Tanzania. Leo, wengi wao wanaishi katika kambi za wakimbizi mkoani Kigoma kama vile Mtendeli, Nduta, na Nyarugusu.Lakini maisha kambini hayajakuwa rahisi. Kwa ufadhili mdogo, familia zinapata shida kupata huduma za msingi kama maji safi, makazi, na elimu.Hapo ndipo Shirika la UNHCR, na Baraza la Wakimbizi la Norway NRC, wanapoingia. Tangu mwaka 2016, wamekuwa wakitoa huduma muhimu ikiwemo kufunga mifumo ya maji, kujenga vyoo, na kusambaza sabuni na mahitaji mengine ya usafi.Miongoni mwa wanaofanya mabadiliko kupitia msaada huo ni Ahunga Msama, mkimbizi mwenye umri wa miaka 55 kutoka DR Congo, ambaye ni afisa msimamizii wa huduma za maji, usafi, kujisafi na usafi wa mazingiira WASH katika kambi ya Nyarugusu.(AHUNGA CLIP 1)“Ninasaidia jamii yetu ya kambi ya Nyarugusu ili wawe wanapata maji safi na salama”Ahunga anasema jamii yake iliteseka sana iliteseka sana kwa magonjwa yanayosababishwa na maji machafu ndio maana aliamua kuchukua hatua kulinda afya zao. Kila siku ahakikisha watu wanapata maji safi na huduma za usafi salama.Akiwa pamoja na wakimbizi wenzake, Ahunga anapita nyumba kwa nyumba kufundisha familia jinsi ya kuzuia magonjwa kupitia usafi kwani anaamini elimu ni ufunguo(AHUNGA CLIP 2)“Tunasaidia kuelimisha jamii yetu ili wawe wasafi. Wawe na vyoo, wawe na mabafu, wawe na vichanja na wawe na mashimo ya takataka.”Watu wakielewa, wanaweza kujilinda.Anasema watu wakieelewa ni rahisi kujilinda na juhudi zake zinaokoa maisha na kuhamasisha wengine, zikionyesha kwamba hata katika mazingira magumu, wakimbizi wanaweza kuongoza mabadiliko katika jamii zao na anasema hilo ni la muhimu sana kwani(AHUNGA CLIP 3)“Tunasaidia jamii yetu ili wajilinde na magonjwa ya milipuko”Kwa msaada wa UNHCR na Baraza la Wakimbizi la Norway, maelfu ya wakimbizi katika kambi za wakimbizi za Kigoma sasa wana maji salama, usafi wa mazingira ni bora, na wana matumaini mapya ya maisha.

I'm Mwesige Joram, an Ugandan libertarian and passionate advocate for free-market principles. I hold a bachelor's degree in Management and draw inspiration from my lived experience under an authoritarian regime—an experience that fuels my commitment to advancing liberty and individual freedom. I currently work with Action for Liberty and Economic Development (ALED), a think tank dedicated to promoting the values of limited government, individual rights, the rule of law, free-market capitalism, and objectivism in Uganda and across Africa. Through my work at ALED, I have contributed to building a dynamic platform that empowers young people and organizations to champion economic freedom and human liberty in countries such as Uganda, Burundi, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Our efforts have helped inspire the formation of several like-minded organizations, including Mtindo Network, Africa Justice Media, and Action for Development Initiatives, all of which are advancing the cause of liberty and prosperity across the continent. https://aledafrica.org

In Episode 268 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly sits down with Lise Birikundavyi, CFA, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of BKR Capital, Canada's first Black-led, institutionally backed venture capital fund. Lise shares her incredible journey from her roots in Burundi to becoming one of the most influential voices in impact investing and inclusive finance. With a career spanning hedge funds, global impact strategies, and leadership roles across Africa, Asia, and North America, she brings a rare global perspective on how venture capital can fuel innovation and create lasting societal change.This episode dives deep into the world of venture capital — what it is, how it works, and what founders need to know when seeking investment. Lise opens up about the challenges of breaking barriers in finance, the importance of supporting diverse innovators, and why her mission is to redefine the face of success in entrepreneurship. For founders, entrepreneurs, and anyone passionate about building companies that change the world, this conversation is a masterclass in both capital and courage.Key Takeaways: 1. Venture capital is about fueling innovation and outsized growth, not just providing money.2. Founders must show a clear pathway to $100M revenue for VCs to take interest.3. A strong founding team with resilience and vision is the number one factor VCs invest in.4. Leadership that attracts top talent is critical for scaling early-stage companies.5. Deep understanding of your market and unfair advantages set successful founders apart.6. Venture capital changes the game—bringing not only capital, but governance, networks, and accountability.7. Diversity in venture capital isn't just good ethics, it drives better outcomes and innovation.8. Failure rates remain high even at VC stage, which is why the growth expectations are so demanding.9. Inclusive investment is essential to closing the gap for underrepresented founders.10. Entrepreneurs should always trust their gut, do the work, and stay intentional about their journey.Links referenced in this episode:capitalbd.cabkrcapital.caCompanies mentioned in this episode: BKR Capital Capital Business Development Microsoft The Jacobs Foundation Seron Asset Management Engineers Without Borders Canada Are you a founder looking for a community to help you build? We've got you — not just when it's easy, but especially when it's hard. The Catalyst Club was built for entrepreneurs and leaders who need a safe, private space to share challenges, wins, and get the support that truly moves the needle. With weekly live events, powerful connections, and a community that gets you, this is where you belong.Join us today at

Alto comissário Filippo Grandi visitou também Ruanda, o país vizinho, para tratar da crise de deslocados; expectativa é que volta ao lar seja gradual; mais de 1,3 milhão congoleses entram em Burundi, Ruanda e Uganda após onda de violência.

Natalie Williams grew up in a working-class family in Hastings, one of the most deprived towns in the UK. After working as a journalist, she is now Chief Executive of the charity Jubilee+, which equips churches to change the lives of those in poverty in their communities. She's got a great story, and has gained some real wisdom along the way. Listen and be inspired!Check out @natwillnatter and @jubileeplus on X, Facebook, Insta and BlueSkyWebsite: www.jubilee-plus.org I recommend her books Invisible Divides and Tis Mercy All---

Michele Dudley is the founder of BraveWorks and Restoration Residences, where she has poured her heart into making a Kingdom impact among those who are often overlooked. After starting her career as a CPA, a life-changing mission trip to Burundi opened her eyes to the needs of the global church and set her on a new path of generosity and solidarity with those facing deep suffering. Michele is an avid learner and her deep curiosity has led her into many creative opportunities for giving. Through BraveWorks and Restoration Residences, Michele has impacted the lives of many trafficked, abused, and incarcerated women, as well as helped families in need transition out of homelessness. A self-identified connector and advocate, Michele is highly integrated in the generosity community and has a passion for helping others give well and invest with a generous heart.    Major Topics Include: Finding creative opportunities to give Stories of serving and empowering women through BraveWorks Being a generous connector Committing to community in the generosity space Approaching investing from a heart of generosity  Stewarding investment and philanthropy dollars Practical advice to get started in impact investing Navigating various levels of engagement and responsibility in generosity Encouragement for women to engage in the generosity community Trusting God in the messiness of generosity  Hearing from God in stewardship decision-making Quotes to Remember “I felt like I had basically lived my life ignoring the plight of the suffering.” “It's so important for us to become proximate to people who have different lived experiences than we do.” “Whether it's somewhere across the world or across town, we can have really transformative experiences, even in our own community, but we have to be willing to be uncomfortable and humble and put on a willingness to learn from others.”  “A lot of times, I had no intentions of starting anything. I just took the next step that the Lord showed me.” “There's something that's healing when you recognize the struggle people have been through.” “It's really inspiring to be in these spaces where people do have resources but they're taking the humble perspective of ‘I've been entrusted with this, I really want to honor God.'” “If I wasn't in this space where I was continually being challenged, I think it would be easy to just fall into the culture and the ways of the world.” “Too often, we only focus on our philanthropy and we don't think about what we're doing with our investment dollars, and oftentimes, the investment dollars are undoing the very things that we're trying to do with our philanthropy. God calls us to steward all of what He's entrusted to us in a way that honors Him.” Links from the Show BraveWorks (formerly Fashion and Compassion) Restoration Residences Cru Compassion International ALARM – African Leadership and Reconciliation Ministries Julie Wilson, President of Women Doing Well (see our past interview here) Generous Giving (see our interviews with cofounders Todd Harper and David Wills and CEO, April Chapman) Faith Driven Entrepreneur  Faith Driven Investor Faith Driven Foundation Course Praxis Praxis Capital Fellowship The Gathering Stewards Not Owners by Dana and Bill Wichterman (see our past interview here) Impact Foundation (see our interview with Founder, Aimee Minnich) The Table (via Impact Foundation) National Christian Foundation (see our interview with President Emeritus, David Wills) Infinite Giving The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group We Want to Hear from You! If you have a thought about something you heard, or a story to share, please reach out! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can also contact us directly from our contact page. If you want to engage with the Finish Line Community, check out our groups on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Tertius was living the dream as a wealthy plastic surgeon until God called him to serve the world's poorest on a mobile hospital boat with Mercy Ships. That surrender has taken him on a wild adventure impacting thousands of lives across many nations. Check out www.mercyships.org | www.tertius26.org---

21 years ago today, 166 people were massacred in a refugee camp in Burundi. Greg and Holly talk with one of the survivors, Esperance "Espy" Nasezerano -- who was just 11 years old at the time of the attack, living in the Gatumba refugee camp with her family. The hosts also go in-depth on prosecuting war crimes as we continue this discussion on genocide with Utah Supreme Court Justice Paige Petersen, to talk about prosecuting ethnic cleansing of Albanians from Kosovo at The Hague.

Moja ya changamoto kubwa wanazokutana nazo wakimbizi pale wanapokaa nchi waliyopatiwa uhifadhi kwa muda mrefu ni kukosa nyaraka muhimu za utambulisho. Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa linalohusika na masuala ya wakimbizi UNHCR limekuwa mstari wa mbele katika kuhakikisha wanapata suluhu ya changamoto hii.

Jaridani leo tunaangazia waandishi wa habari waliouawa katika ukanda wa Gaza, na wakimbizi wa Burundi huko Tanzania. Makala inamulika maendeleo na ustawi kwa wakimbizi Kakuma nchini Kenya na mashinani inatupeleka katika kaunti ya Tana River nchini humo, kulikoni?Kufuatia kuuawa kwa waandishi sita wa habari huko Gaza, viongozi wa mashirika mbalimbali ya Umoja wa Mataifa wamekosoa vikali shambulio hilo lililotekelezwa na majeshi ya Israel usiku wa kuamkia leo.Moja ya changamoto kubwa wanazokutana nazo wakimbizi pale wanapokaa nchi waliyopatiwa uhifadhi kwa muda mrefu ni kukosa nyaraka muhimu za utambulisho. Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa linalohusika na masuala ya wakimbizi UNHCR limekuwa mstari wa mbele katika kuhakikisha wanapata suluhu ya changamoto hii. Makala inamulika mnufaika wa Jamii Biashara ambalo ni jukwaa la mtandaoni la masoko lililobuniwa na Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la Kazi duniani, (ILO) na Chama cha Wafanyabiashara na Viwanda Kenya, (KNCCI). Jukwaa hili limefungua fursa kwa wakimbizi wanaoshughulika na biashara ndogo ndogo ili kujikimu maisha katika kambi ya wakimbizi ya Kakuma nchini Kenya. Assumpta Massoi ndiye mwenyeji wako kupitia video ya ILO.Na katika mashinani fursa ni yake Mariam Kazungu kutoka Kaunti ya Tana River nchini Kenya, ambaye anasema Watoto wake wamenufaika kupitia mradi wa shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la kuhudumia watoto, UNICEF wa utoaji wa chanjo dhidi ya homa ya tumbo na ugonjwa wa surua.Mwenyeji wako ni Anold Kayanda, karibu!

Send us a textIn this Tech Tuesday episode, Dr. Donna Brezinski, founder and CEO of Little Sparrows Technologies, joins the show to talk about the BiliHut — a portable, high-intensity phototherapy device designed to treat neonatal jaundice with both clinical effectiveness and practical usability in mind.A neonatologist by training, Dr. Brezinski explains how her clinical experiences led to the development of the BiliHut, which delivers uniform phototherapy across the baby's body while solving key issues like positioning errors, thermal regulation, and access for breastfeeding. Unlike traditional overhead lights or fiber-optic pads, the BiliHut is engineered for both hospital and home use, with versions adaptable to low-resource settings and unreliable power grids.The conversation covers the physics behind its design, recent clinical data on treatment time, and deployment strategies from rural U.S. areas to clinics in Mongolia and Burundi. Dr. Brezinski also outlines how clinicians and families in the U.S. can access the device through durable medical equipment providers, visiting nurse agencies, or hospital DME programs.More information about the BiliHut and its availability can be found at littlesparrowstech.com. Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Shane Claiborne's deepest conviction is that we are meant to live ‘as if Jesus meant the things he said'. So for him that has meant living in community in inner-city Philadelphia for a few decades now, having picked up some lessons from a stint working under Mother Teresa in Calcutta. His activism has involved confronting various systemic injustices and speaking up for and standing alongside those whose voices aren't being heard. It's a powerful and challenging podcast.Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/LinAnXuxyNoCheck out shaneclaiborne.com and redletterchristians.org ---

Have you ever considered that the life God has prepared for you might be far greater than anything you've imagined? That His plan for you might stretch beyond the edges of your current understanding, experience, or even desire? Scripture says: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor has entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him." (1 Corinthians 2:9) Today, I share a story from Burundi, Africa—where we visited a remote mountain tribe called the Twa. They lived in grass huts with no electricity, no access to the outside world, no understanding of life beyond survival. We brought them goats and chickens—a gift that felt like a luxury SUV to them. When I tried to explain life in Manhattan—living in towers, riding elevators—they looked at me with confusion and even pity. The tribal chief said, "We'll pray for you. We wouldn't want to live like that." Why? Because it was beyond their frame of reference. They couldn't conceive of it—so they rejected it. And we do the same thing with God. When the Holy Spirit tries to speak to us about His calling, His promises, His purpose, we often respond with, "That's too far. That's not for me." We limit the Holy One of Israel. We live at the border of unbelief—not because God's plans aren't real, but because we can't picture ourselves stepping into them. Friend, ask the Holy Spirit today to enlarge your vision. Let Him take you farther than your skill set, your past, or your pain have ever allowed you to imagine. Let's stop saying, "Not me. Not here. Not now." And instead start praying: "God, expand my understanding. Take me farther. Do through me what only You can do."

A life of escalating drugs and crime caused Clyde Thomas to end up in a prison cell, where he started reading a Gideon New Testament. The Jesus he found in those pages totally transformed his life. Now he pastors Victory Church in Cwmbran, and runs Christian rehabilitation houses with his wife Rebekah, helping folks who are just like he was twenty years ago break free of addiction and destructive choices! It's a beautiful story!Check out hopecentreministries.co.uk and victorychurch.co.uk You can contact clyde.thomas[@]victorychurch.co.uk ---

Donna spent 25 years in various countries in Asia, including warzones. Her stories of listening to the ‘inner voice' of God to guide and draw people into His Kingdom are beautiful, instructive and challenging to us in how we seek to share our faith. “God, what do you want me to know in this situation” is a simple (and profound) prayer, whether being held at gunpoint in the extreme, or whenever fear creeps into our day-to-day activities. It's a great episode! ▶️ Watch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/OJzGMrdyw2cDonna and husband Jamie founded www.identityexchange.com and I can't recommend it highly enough in helping us to live fearlessly out of our true identity. Instagram: @thedonnawinship---

John is a fearless follower of Jesus who gets bombarded daily with death threats from across the world for his outspoken witness for Christ. His back story was that he had misgivings with the faith of his birth when on pilgrimage from Yemen to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. As a disillusioned but spiritually searching agnostic, his convoluted travels led him to meeting a Syrian refugee in Greece with a tattooed cross on his wrist. That launched him on a journey to passionate faith in Christ, not as a prophet but as his Lord and Saviour. John's meteoric rise as an influencer on social media has led thousands of Muslims around the world to encounter and embrace a personal living relationship with Jesus. His straight-talking boldness and courage are a real challenge to Western Christians lacking in gospel confidence.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CS7UiKZOBlUCheck out and contact John through johnghanim.comInstagram: @johnghanim | Tiktok: @johnghanim0 | youtube.com/@johnghanim0 Visit here to support John's ministry.---

Melbourne, 2015: Noela Rukundo was caught up in a kidnapping plot while visiting Burundi for a funeral. But when she came face to face with her captors, she quickly realised this was no random abduction and the motive lay much closer to home…  Resources:InTouch - https://intouch.org.au/donate/https://linktr.ee/eleanornealeresourcesWatch OUTLORE Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@EleanorNealeFollow Me Here for Updates & Short Form Content:InstagramTikTok

While visiting friends in Uruguay, British teacher Tom Michell saw a penguin covered in oil and tar on a beach. Tom cleaned the bird as best he could and then tried to release it. The penguin refused to return to the wild, it just followed Tom around. So he took it home, smuggling the animal across the border into Argentina where he lived and worked at a boarding school. The penguin became a part of his life, and the school's life - with a remarkable influence on everyone who came into contact with it.Later Tom entertained his children, friends and family with tales of the penguin. He put those stories into a bestselling book, The Penguin Lessons, now the subject of a film starring British comedian Steve Coogan.Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected.    Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. These are stories that stay with you.    Our guests come from every corner of the globe: from Burundi to Beverly Hills, New Zealand to North Korea, Rajasthan to Rio. And their stories can be about anything: tales of survival, humour or resilience. From the mind-blowing account of the Japanese man trapped in his own reality TV show, to the Swedish women rescued from lions by a tin of spam. It's life's wild side, in stereo. Lives Less Ordinary is brought to you by the team behind Outlook, the home of true life storytelling on BBC World Service radio for nearly 60 years.   Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784Presenter: Asya Fouks Producer: Hetal BapodraYou can read our privacy notice here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5YD3hBqmw26B8WMHt6GkQxG/lives-less-ordinary-privacy-notice