Podcasts about Congo

Reckitt. Red Bull. Congo Brands. Working across an ecommerce powerhouse, to one of the most vibrant brands in the industry, and now at a feisty startup, Wendell Venerable, VP eCommerce at Congo Brands has amassed a ton of hard lessons and hard-fought victories. Wendell joins the pod to share generously from his past experience, and his view on the future of commerce in the next era.

Les journalistes et experts de RFI répondent également à vos questions sur les échanges entre la nièce d'Alassane Ouattara et Jeffrey Epstein, l'arrestation du prince Andrew et la condamnation des supporters sénégalais au Maroc. RDC : pourquoi des soldats français sont présents dans l'est du pays ?   Publiée sur les réseaux sociaux par un journaliste, la photo montrant un militaire avec le drapeau français a suscité de nombreuses questions. Du coup, l'ambassade de France en République Démocratique du Congo a confirmé la présence de soldats français à Kisangani, dans le nord-est du pays. Que sait-on de leur présence ? Pourquoi cette mission n'avait-elle pas été rendue publique, jusqu'à la publication de cette photo ? Avec Patient Ligodi journaliste au service Afrique de RFI.     Affaire Epstein : que nous apprennent les échanges entre la nièce de Ouattara et l'homme d'affaires ?   Les récents documents publiés par le ministère de la Justice américain concernant l'affaire Jeffrey Epstein ont révélé des liens directs entre Nina Keita et le financier américain. La nièce du président ivoirien Alassane Ouattara et directrice générale adjointe de l'entreprise publique chargée de la gestion des stocks pétroliers, a échangé plusieurs centaines de messages avec lui. Que révèlent ces fichiers ? La justice pourrait-elle se saisir du dossier ? Cette affaire peut-elle fragiliser la présidence ivoirienne ? Avec Bineta Diagne, correspondante permanente de RFI à Abidjan.     Affaire Epstein : nouveau scandale pour Andrew, quelles conséquences pour la famille royale ?   Au Royaume-Uni, le frère cadet du roi Charles III, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor été libéré après neuf heures de garde à vue dans le cadre de l'affaire Jeffrey Epstein. Déjà sous le feu des critiques pour ses relations avec l'homme d'affaires, il est maintenant accusé de lui avoir transmis « un rapport confidentiel » sur les possibilités d'investissements internationaux dans la province du Helmand, en Afghanistan. Comment se positionne la famille royale face à ce nouveau scandale ? Que risque le prince déchu Andrew dans cette affaire ? Avec Philip Turle, journaliste britannique, chroniqueur international pour France 24.     CAN 2025 : pourquoi des peines si sévères contre les supporters sénégalais ?   Un mois après la finale houleuse Sénégal-Maroc de la CAN 2025, dix-huit supporters sénégalais, poursuivis pour « hooliganisme », ont été condamnés à de lourdes peines. Ils ont écopé entre trois mois et un an de prison ferme. Comment la justice marocaine justifie-t-elle ce verdict ? Avec Matthias Raynal, correspondant de RFI à Casablanca. 

BACK in 2004. I took our kids back to Africa in 2004. Here's what happened. Due to a minor plane crash and having to make the trip overland, our kids went on into the Congo and I stayed behind with no plans for the week in the Central African Republic. THEN the invitations poured in! I happily taught many groups, pastors, deaconesses, school teachers, night watchmen and even high government officials! They were trilled at the positive news of Eden!NOW in 2026! We have two special events coming up! YOU are invited to our Event at the HQ of the American Bible Society on March 21 2026! We'll be presenting the Tru316 Medallion Award to ABS President Dr. Jennifer Holloran and our Keynote speaker will be Dr. Beverly Nyberg! Dr. Nyberg studied at the University of Nebraska and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. she has been Adjunct Professor at The George Washington University and Senior Consultant at Common Root Consulting. At the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) State Dept. she for 11 years she was responsible for the US Government global programs for children affect by HIV/AIDS. PEPFAR. She also had served with the Peace Corps in Africa and provided field leadership in DR Congo with The Evangelical Free Church Mission. The Tru316 Foundation (www.Tru316.com) is the home of The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. Fleming where we “true” the verse of Genesis 3:16. The Tru316 Message is that “God didn't curse Eve (or Adam) or limit woman in any way.” Once Genesis 3:16 is made clear the other passages on women and men become clear too. You are encouraged to access the episodes of Seasons 1-11 of The Eden Podcast for teaching on the seven key passages on women and men. Are you a reader? We invite you to get from Amazon the four books by Bruce C. E. Fleming in The Eden Book Series (Tru316.com/trubooks). Would you like to support the work of the Tru316 Foundation? You can become a Tru Partner here: www.Tru316.com/partner

El P. Augustin Kalamba, sacerdote de la Archidiócesis de Kananga (República Democrática del Congo), nos describe su experiencia como misionero al servicio de la comunidad de los pigmeos. Destaca que este tiempo fue una riqueza, no solo para ellos, que conocieron a Jesucristo, sino también para él, porque profundizó en la importancia del Sacrificio Eucarístico y en la necesidad de hablar acerca de Dios a todos los pueblos, para que puedan conocer la grandeza por la cual han sido creados y el fin último al que han de aspirar.

La condamnation est tombée jeudi au Maroc, où s'est jouée, le mois dernier, la finale de la CAN émaillée de violents incidents. Dix-huit supporters sénégalais (poursuivis pour hooliganisme) ont été condamnés à des peines allant de 3 mois à 1 an de prison ferme. Une condamnation dont se fait l'écho Dakaractu, selon lequel le tribunal a tranché « après trois heures de délibéré ». Dakarmatin précise, de son côté, que « le juge a suivi les réquisitions du procureur du roi, estimant que les prévenus étaient coupables de ce qui leur était reproché ». Dakarmatin rapporte aussi les propos de Bakary Cissé, président de la commission Communication de la Fédération sénégalaise de football, selon lequel « l'annonce du verdict a suscité une vive émotion dans la salle d'audience. L'atmosphère est devenue tendue, les détenus peinant à contenir leur détresse. L'un d'eux a même été victime d'un malaise, nécessitant une prise en charge ». Boucs émissaires ? « Les prévenus ont clamé leur innocence tout en exprimant des regrets lors de l'audience invoquant la fraternité entre les peuples marocain et sénégalais », annonce de son côté Sénéplus précisant que l'avocat des sénégalais, maître Patrick Kabou, avait dénoncé un jugement « incompréhensible » « et une justice faisant de ses clients "des boucs émissaires" ». La défense « avait plaidé la relaxe », estimant que « les captures d'images de caméras ne représentait pas des preuves irréfutables et soulignant l'absence de flagrant délit. » La plupart des sites d'information marocains passent sous silence la condamnation des 18 supporters sénégalais, à l'exception notamment de H24 Info, qui rappelle dans quelles circonstances s'était déroulée la finale de la CAN : « À la suite d'un pénalty accordé au Maroc, dans le temps additionnel de la deuxième mi-temps, juste après un but refusé au Sénégal, des supporters sénégalais avaient tenté d'envahir le terrain et lancé des projectiles vers la pelouse ». Selon H24info, « un Français d'origine algérienne a également été condamné à trois mois de prison et 1 000 dirhams d'amende, pour avoir jeté une bouteille d'eau ». L'affaire ne s'arrête pas là. Les supporters condamnés en première instance devraient faire appel. Uvira coupée du Burundi Africanews publie un reportage à Uvira, dans l'est de la République démocratique du Congo. « Depuis le 10 décembre dernier, date de la fermeture de la frontière avec le Burundi, la ville tourne au ralenti », raconte Africa News : Les rues commerçantes, autrefois animées par les allées et venues des vendeurs et des transporteurs témoignent aujourd'hui d'une activité en berne. Au cœur de cette paralysie : l'arrêt des échanges transfrontaliers, véritable poumon économique de la région ». Africanews a rencontré Scolastique Mushota, une vendeuse, qui explique la situation : « Nous dépendions de Bujumbura. Nous sommes des petits commerçants. Nous amenions des marchandises à Bujumbura et nous prenions d'autres produits de Bujumbura jusqu'ici. Maintenant, à Uvira, nous souffrons beaucoup ». Analyse d'Africanews : « La ville de Bujumbura constituait un débouché naturel pour les produits congolais et une source d'approvisionnement essentielle pour Uvira. Privée de ce circuit, l'économie locale s'essouffle, et avec elle la capacité des familles à subvenir à leurs besoins les plus élémentaires ». Et ce n'est pas tout : « La frontière entre Uvira et Gatumba n'est pas seulement une ligne commerciale, elle est aussi un espace de vie partagé », explique Africanews. « De nombreuses familles vivent de part et d'autre de la limite territoriale. Les mariages mixtes, les liens de parenté et les parcours scolaires transfrontaliers sont monnaie courante (…) Uvira attend un geste politique qui pourrait redonner souffle à toute une région ».  

6. The Ethical Cost of Cobalt for Batteries The demand for cobalt in EVs and phones drives prices up while highlighting ethical issues in the Congo. Guest: Simon Constable1898 DEWEY

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The Dave Matthews Band continues its eco-friendly initiatives with a new tour aiming to plant another million trees globally. A Mountain Gorilla family in Congo celebrates the rare birth of twins, raising their population to 59 members. A new braille label printer, the mnemonica dot, is introduced to assist the visually impaired. Swedish soccer enthusiast, Daniel, breaks the Guinness World Record by juggling a soccer ball for over 28 hours. Finally, in Northern Ireland, a truck mishap leads to the rescue of thousands of crabs, preventing a significant seafood loss.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media!  For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

El P. Augustin Kalamba, sacerdote de la Archidiócesis de Kananga (República Democrática del Congo), fue enviado por su obispo a un lugar remoto de su diócesis. Allí descubrió una tribu de pigmeos que aún no había recibido el primer anuncio del Evangelio. Un tiempo después, el cacique de la tribu recibía el bautismo, abriendo las puertas de su comunidad al Evangelio.

Reel Talk #10 is happening on Saturday, February 21. If you're in the New York area, join me and North Carolina rapper Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon for a screening of the T.I.-starring classic ATL, followed by an interview and audience Q&A. Doors at 6, film starts at 7. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here via Posh or at the door the day-of. This iteration of Reel Talk operates on sliding scale admission, so if price is an issue, please message me directly and we can figure it out.  If you'd like to see full video of this and other episodes, join the Reel Notes Patreon at the Homie ($5/month) tier or higher. Each episode is also available to buy individually for $5 (Buy it through a web browser and not the Patreon app. You'll get charged extra if you purchase through the app.) You also get early access to episodes, an invite to our Discord server, access to the Reel Talk archives, and more! My guest this week is Chicago rapper-producer Chris Crack. We spoke about the 1993 survival movie Alive, Toy Story, Friday, Collateral, falling in love with R&B, growing up between Chicago and Mississippi, being inspired by standup comedy, getting more serious about producing, his outrageous song titles, and the creative process behind several of his albums, particularly Too Late To Start Following The Rules Now, out now via Fools Gold. Come fuck with us. Too Late To Start Following The Rules Now is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping directly from Chris's Bandcamp page. Follow Chris Crack on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok (@ChrisCrackNDC).  Reel Notes stands in solidarity with American immigrants against ICE and the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, the Palestine Children's Relief Fund,  The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti. Protest, fight back, and fuck the system.  My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4 PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon. Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), Letterboxd (@CineMasai), and subscribe to my weekly Nu Musique Friday newsletter to stay tapped in to all things Dylan Green.  Follow Hearing Things at hearingthings.co or @hearingthingsco on all social platforms.   

Have you longed to integrate your Christian faith into your patient care—on the mission field abroad, in your work in the US, and during your training? Are you not sure how to do this in a caring, ethical, sensitive, and relevant manner? This “working” session will explore the ethical basis for spiritual care and provide you with professional, timely, and proven practical methods to care for the whole person in the clinical setting. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/qpah9kh1lttg6cm1jjop9/Bob-Mason-Ethics-of-Spiritual-Care-revised.pptx?rlkey=0emve2ja8282nv8xc4uinq1hg&st=9033htwx&dl=0

Angola propõe cessar-fogo entre Governo da República Democrática do Congo e M23 a partir desta quarta-feira. Mas haverá condições reais para que este acordo entre em vigor? Mineração ilegal ameaça o ecossistema nas margens do rio Cunene, o maior do sul de Angola. Governo etíope mobiliza tropas para a fronteira do Tigray.

P.M. Edition for Feb. 17. In the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo, 10 million people are facing hunger as the M23 rebel group is getting in the way of people accessing food. Journal reporter Nicholas Bariyo explains what's caused the shortages. Plus, Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount head back to the bargaining table. And New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he could raise property taxes by almost 10%. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How well does Hudson know his Egpytian Pharaohs? Also, what is Al Roker's secret to good coffee on a plane? We talk about the Tyson and Mayweather fight in the Congo, streamflation, and lots more!

Africa Highlights and Travel Lessons: Egypt Challenges, Gorilla Trekking, Vic Falls, and Cape TownTyler hosts Non Rev Lounge in Austin with returning guest Melissa and her husband Jay, longtime friends who first met Tyler on a Southwest flight and later traveled together to Hawaii. They discuss Melissa and Jay's multi-week Africa trip planned around Jay's 50th birthday, including missing Tyler's family by a few hours in South Africa due to itinerary timing. The conversation covers a difficult, budget-style stop in Egypt (Cairo) with a non-English-speaking driver, getting lost en route to the pyramids, frequent requests for money from vendors and even a police officer, confusion around museum pickup logistics, being taken to an underwhelming “bazaar,” disappointment about a cheaper-than-expected dinner cruise, and an unpleasant hotel dining payment incident; they conclude Egypt is better done via a prepaid guided tour or river cruise. They then describe traveling through Rwanda and Uganda, visiting the Kigali Genocide Museum (highly emotional and impactful, leading them to skip the planned city tour) and completing a gorilla trek in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest They also recount activities around Victoria Falls such as the Devil's Pool experience on the Zambia side (swimming across, proximity to hippos/crocodiles, and fish nibbling feet), plus zip lining, lion walking (with safety rules and notes about controversy and the operator's reluctance), rafting, and a Botswana safari near Chobe National Park and the Chobe River with many elephants. They touch on flights and logistics—using miles for British Airways into Egypt, buying some intra-Africa flights for reliability (including Ethiopian and Kenya), concerns about weight-restricted flights returning to the U.S. (ultimately flying United to Newark and onward), using candy as a thank-you (sometimes refused as a “bribe”), and doing laundry via sink washing and local services. 00:00 Welcome to NonRev Lounge + Introducing Melissa & Jay01:56 How Tyler & Melissa Met: The Southwest Flight That Started It All02:53 Buddy Passes, Hawaii Trips, and Travel Style Differences04:59 Back to Austin: Texas Weather Whiplash & Catching Up06:07 Why Africa? Planning Jay's 50th Birthday Mega-Trip08:19 Egypt Without a Tour: Pyramids, Scams, and Travel Lessons Learned20:39 Rwanda's Genocide Memorial: The Unexpected Emotional Highlight25:01 Uganda Gorilla Trek: Rain, Porters, and Getting Face-to-Face30:59 Gorilla Rules & Safety: Masks, Guides, and Forest Elephants34:32 Gorilla Trekking Reality Check: Forest Elephants, Time Limits & Extra Minutes35:26 How Much Does Gorilla Trekking Cost? Congo vs Uganda vs Rwanda36:53 Gorilla Fun Facts: Farts, Tree Hazards & What They Eat38:14 Victoria Falls Bucket List: Devil's Pool on the Edge39:57 Devil's Pool Logistics: Zambia Border, Boat Ride & “Toilet With a View.”42:07 Swimming Near Hippos & Crocs + The Fish That Nibble Your Feet44:27 How Many Days for Vic Falls? Zip Lines, Rafting, Botswana Safari & Visa Tips48:28 Walking With Lions: Controversy, Safety Rules & How Close You Get56:26 Cape Town Highlights: Lion's Head Sunrise + Table Mountain Sunset01:00:50 Flights, Getting Home & Travel Hacks: Miles, Weight Limits, Candy & Laundry01:09:33 Kruger Self-Drive Safari: Roads, Permits & Elephant Overload01:12:22 Wrap-Up, Thanks for Listening + Sponsor MessageStaffTraveler is offering a 10% code for any of our listeners who buy their eSIM.Use the Promo code ST10NONREVLOUNGE  https://share.stafftraveler.com/nrl-esim✈StaffTraveler is a great app that can assist your non-rev travels! Use it to find the loads for your non-rev travel! Use this to sign up:https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevlounge

With King Leopold II of Belgium now in full control of the Belgian Congo, the extraction of ivory and other resources could begin. The story of the plunder of the Congo is so brutal and unbelievable, and at times so hard to believe, that it was once said that "to tell the full story it would have to be fiction." In the early period of the Congo Free State, forced labor and resource extraction ultimately led to atrocities and destruction, but the terror was far from over. This episode is Part 3 in a series on the Belgian Congo. It gives an overview of Congo's rich natural resources, and the ivory boom in the late 1800's that contributed to atrocities. It discusses Leopold's style of rule and role in overseeing the carnage, the development of the ivory "trade" in the Congo, the beginnings of mass death, and the origins of early protest movements and dissent against the state, including from missionaries like George Washington Williams. Future episodes will discuss the rubber boom, it's related human rights meltdown, as well as resistance and protest movements that contributed to the end of the Congo Free State.  -Consider Supporting the Podcast!- Leave a rating or review on apple podcasts or spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/reflectinghistory Check out my podcast series on Aftersun, Piranesi, Arcane, The Dark Knight Trilogy, and Nazi Germany and the Battle for the Human Heart here: https://www.reflectinghistory.com/bonuscontent Try my podcast series "Nazi Germany and the Battle for the Human Heart"-- What led to the rise of Nazi Germany? The answer may surprise you…Why do 'good' people support evil leaders? What allure does fascism hold that enables it to garner popular support? To what extent are ordinary people responsible for the development of authoritarian evil? This 13 part podcast series explores these massive questions and more through the lens of Nazi Germany and the ordinary people who collaborated or resisted as the Third Reich expanded. You'll not only learn about the horrifying, surprising, and powerful ways in which the Nazis seized and maintained power, but also fundamental lessons about what fascism is-how to spot it and why it spreads. Through exploring the past, I hope to unlock lessons that everyone can apply to the present day. Check it out on my Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/reflectinghistory. Try my podcast series "Piranesi: Exploring the Infinite Halls of a Literary Masterpiece"-- This podcast series is a deep analysis of Susanna Clark's literary masterpiece "Piranesi." Whether you are someone who is reading the novel for academic purposes, or you simply want to enjoy an incredible story for it's own sake, this podcast series goes chapter by chapter into the plot, characters, and themes of the book..."The Beauty of the House is immeasurable; it's kindness infinite." Piranesi lives in an infinite house, with no long-term memory and only a loose sense of identity. As the secrets of the House deepen and the mystery of his life becomes more sinister, Piranesi must discover who he is and how this brings him closer to the "Great and Secret Knowledge" that the House contains. Touching on themes of memory, identity, mental health, knowledge, reason, experience, meaning, reflection, ideals, and more…Piranesi will be remembered as one of the great books of the 21st century. Hope you enjoy the series as much as I enjoyed making it. Check it out at https://www.patreon.com/reflectinghistory. Subscribe to my newsletter! A free, low stress, monthly-quarterly email offering historical perspective on modern day issues, behind the scenes content on my latest podcast episodes, and historical lessons/takeaways from the world of history, psychology, and philosophy: https://www.reflectinghistory.com/newsletter.

En ce jour, nous recevons Jean-Claude Naimro, pillier de Kassav à la veille de son concert parisien prévu au Cabaret Sauvage le samedi 21 février 2026. Ramiro Naka, le Bissau Guinéen, présente sa nouvelle chanson Tchon Tchoma. Et Wesman Sinald, président de l'organisation Actions Diaspo à l'origine de la cérémonie Les Lumières du Congo. Playlist du 17 février : Jean-Claude Naimro - Raché tchè Ramiro Naka feat Tabanka Djaz - Tchon tchoma Wesman Sinald présente la première édition des Lumières du Congo qui a eu lieu le dimanche 8 février. Une cérémonie digitale et immersive qui a récompensé des hommes et des femms dont Roga Roga qui a reçu le Prix de légende vivante aux côtés de Zao, Théo Blaise Kounkou et Youlou Mabiala. Roga Roga & Extra Musica - Bokoko Jean-Claude Naimro Feat Straïka - An mouvmen (Remix) Mariusca la slameuse - Laisse les parler Jean-Claude Naimro - An balaté Pour visionner les clips, cliquez sur les titres des chansons. Retrouvez la playlist officielle de RFI Musique.

Les journalistes et experts de RFI répondent également à vos questions sur le durcissement de la politique migratoire européenne, l'empoisonnement d'Alexeï Navalny et la proposition angolaise d'un cessez-le-feu en RDC. Israël : pourquoi Trump s'immisce dans les affaires judiciaires de Netanyahu ?   Jeudi dernier (12 février 2026), alors que Benyamin Netanyahu était reçu à la Maison Blanche à Washington, Donald Trump a déclaré que son homologue israélien devrait avoir « honte » de na pas avoir gracié son Premier ministre Benyamin Netanyahu, poursuivi pour corruption. Des propos qui n'ont pas manqué de faire réagir le président Isaac Herzog. Pourquoi Trump veut-il absolument que Netanyahu soit gracié ? Cette affaire peut-elle créer des tensions au sein de l'exécutif israélien ? Avec Frédérique Misslin, correspondante permanente de RFI à Jérusalem.      Union européenne : qui va encore pouvoir demander l'asile ?   Le Parlement européen a adopté deux textes durcissant la politique migratoire de l'Union. L'une de ces mesures permet la création d'une liste de pays considérés comme « sûrs », limitant de facto les possibilités d'asile pour leurs ressortissants. Sur cette liste, figurent notamment les États candidats à l'adhésion mais aussi le Bangladesh et la Colombie ou encore trois pays africains : l'Égypte, le Maroc et la Tunisie. Sur quels critères les eurodéputés se sont-ils appuyés pour déterminer les pays dits « sûrs » ? Désormais, les demandes d'asile des ressortissants de ces trois pays africains seront-elles automatiquement rejetées ?  Avec Leslie Carretero,  journaliste à Infomigrants.       Russie : que sait-on de « l'empoisonnement » d'Alexeï Navalny ?   Deux ans après la mort du principal opposant russe dans des circonstances floues en prison, le Royaume-Uni, la Suède, la France, l‘Allemagne et les Pays-Bas, accusent Moscou d'avoir « empoisonné » Alexeï Navalny avec une « toxine rare » provenant de grenouilles venimeuses d'Équateur. Comment ces cinq pays européens en sont-ils arrivés à cette conclusion ? Comment réagit le Kremlin à ces accusations ? Avec Galia Ackerman, journaliste, historienne, spécialiste du monde russe.       RDC : pourquoi l'Angola propose un cessez-le-feu ?   Le président angolais, Joao Lourenço, propose à la République Démocratique du Congo et aux rebelles de l'AFC/M23 soutenus par le Rwanda un cessez-le-feu à partir de ce mercredi 18 février 2026. Cette initiative intervient alors que deux autres processus sont en cours, l'un signé à Washington et l'autre à Doha. La proposition angolaise ne risque-t-elle pas de créer une confusion ? Comment l'Angola se positionne par rapport aux deux autres initiatives ?  Avec Bob Kabamba, professeur de Science politique à l'Université de Liège. 

Justin's guest for today is Julian Fisher, a former British intelligence operative espionage specialist and author of Think Like A Spy. Following a stint in government service, Julian headed up Africa operations for a private military company and then founded his own intelligence boutique specializing in Africa. In 2017, he was the lead trainer on the Channel Four reality series Spies, which put 16 ordinary members of the public through a series of challenges to find out if they had what it takes to be a spy. Julian has led an unusual life in his time. He's seen off camel wrestlers in Somalia, faced down gun toting soldiers in Congo, trained a newly formed intelligence service in South Sudan, and been invited to help plot a coup in West Africa, which he declined. Julian can show you how to take the hard lessons learned over centuries of international espionage and use those same strategies to accomplish your goals in almost any environment or context. Connect with Jules: julesfisher.com LinkedIn: Check out the book, Think Like A Spy, here. https://a.co/d/0ecDQ3sm Connect with Spycraft 101: Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here. spycraft101.com IG: @spycraft101 Shop: shop.spycraft101.com Patreon: Spycraft 101 Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here. Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here. Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here. Kruschiki The best surplus military goods delivered right to your door. Use code SPYCRAFT101 for 10% off! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ In this inspiring episode of the Football for Kids Podcast, we tell the incredible true story of Eduardo Camavinga — the Real Madrid and France superstar whose journey began far away from the bright lights of football's biggest stadiums. Born in a refugee camp in Angola after his family fled war in DR Congo, young Eduardo's life started with challenges most children could never imagine. But through courage, family strength and a love for the game, his dream began to grow — from the streets of Fougères in France to the world stage of the UEFA Champions League. We explore how Camavinga switched from judo to football, the coaches who spotted his talent, and the moment he burst onto the scene with Stade Rennais at just 16. You'll hear how he became one of France's youngest internationals ever, signed for Real Madrid, and helped the club lift Europe's biggest trophy. Packed with shoutouts, big moments, resilience and life lessons, this episode shows kids and families that where you start does not decide where you finish. Perfect for young football fans aged 6–12, car journeys, bedtime listening and screen-free family time. If your child loves football, dreams big and never gives up — this one's for them. ⚽ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No final do século XIX, o chamado Estado Livre do Congo foi apresentado à comunidade internacional como um projeto civilizatório e filantrópico sob a liderança do rei Leopoldo II da Bélgica, mas na prática transformou-se em um regime de exploração brutal voltado à extração de borracha e marfim. A imposição de metas impossíveis, o trabalho forçado, as punições coletivas, as mutilações e as execuções produziram uma catástrofe demográfica de enormes proporções, denunciada ainda à época por missionários, jornalistas e diplomatas. A violência sistemática contra as populações congolesas expôs as contradições do imperialismo europeu e provocou um escândalo internacional que acabou levando à incorporação do território pelo Estado belga em 1908, encerrando o domínio pessoal de Leopoldo II. Convidamos Evander Ruthieri da Silva para analisar o funcionamento do Estado Livre do Congo, os mecanismos de violência e exploração implementados no território e o debate historiográfico sobre a dimensão desses crimes, discutindo inclusive se é possível ou não classificá-los como genocídio.Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@iclesrodrigues⁠⁠⁠Adquira o curso História: da pesquisa à escrita por apenas R$ 49,90 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICANDO AQUI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adquira o curso A Operação Historiográfica para Michel de Certeau por apenas R$ 24,90 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICANDO AQUI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adquira o curso O ofício do historiador para Marc Bloch por apenas R$ 29,90 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICANDO AQUI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Colabore com nosso trabalho em ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠apoia.se/obrigahistoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carnaval é com a INSIDER. Usando o cupom HISTORIAFM na sua primeira compra na Insider, você ganha 20% de desconto e mais 5% se o pagamento for via Pix! Acesse o site pelo link ⁠https://creators.insiderstore.com.br/HISTORIAFM⁠ e aproveite! #insiderstore

Hii leo jaridani tunaangazia mkutano wa kimataifa unaofahamika kama AI Impact 2026 mjini New Delhi, India, hali ya kibinadamu nchini Cuba, na huduma za Afya, maji safi na salama nchini DR Congo.Mkutano wa kimataifa unaofahamika kama AI Impact 2026 umeanza leo mjini New Delhi, India ukiwakutanisha viongozi kutoka sehemu mbalimbali za dunia ili kujadili namna akili mnemba (AI) inavyoweza kuendelezwa na kutumika kwa uwajibikaji kuchangia maendeleo endelevu. Amandeep Singh Gill, Mwakilishi wa Katibu Mkuu wa Umoja wa Mataifa anayeshughulikia teknolojia za kidijitali na zinazoibuka, amesisitiza ushiriki mpana wa kimataifa kwani ni muhimu ili kuhakikisha AI inanufaisha nchi zote.Ofisi ya Umoja wa Mataifa ya Haki za Binadamu (OHCHR) imetoa onyo kali kuhusu kuzorota kwa hali ya kiuchumi nchini Cuba, ikisema uhaba wa mafuta na vikwazo vya muda mrefu vinaathiri vibaya huduma za msingi kote nchini humo.Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la kuhudumia watoto UNICEF wakishirikiana na Shirika la Maendeleo la Korea KOICA wanawasaidia wananchi wa Nyunzu katika jimbo la Tanganyika nchini Jamhuri ya Kidemokrasia Kongo DRC kwa miradi ya kusaidia huduma za afya ya watoto ambapo wamepanua upatikanaji wa huduma muhimu na endelevu.Mwenyeji wako ni Assumpta Massoi, karibu!

Burkina Faso, Gabon, RDC… La liste des États où les Émirats arabes unis investissent s'est allongée ces derniers mois. Les annonces de financements d'infrastructures se multiplient. Abou Dhabi, acteur dont l'implication dans certains conflits régionaux fait polémique, s'est néanmoins imposé comme un partenaire commercial incontournable ces dernières années. Comment analyser cet attrait des gouvernements africains pour ce partenaire ? Travail sur la filière or, construction du port commercial de Banana à l'embouchure du Congo, accords commerciaux sur 6 000 produits… Julien Paluku, ministre congolais du Commerce, rentre d'une visite très fructueuse d'Abou Dhabi : « Nous exploitons une disponibilité qui est à même de devoir nous accompagner aux côtés d'autres partenariats que nous avons tissés avec d'autres pays à travers le monde. » Abou Dhabi s'est imposé comme l'un des principaux partenaires commerciaux de la RDC, car l'un de ses points forts provient de sa capacité à investir dans les projets. « Pour qu'elle se développe après la Deuxième Guerre mondiale, l'Europe a bénéficié d'un plan Marshall. Des milliards de dollars ont été investis pour que l'Europe puisse recouvrer sa santé », rappelle le ministre. « Et donc la RDC aussi, après tous ces moments de turbulences, est à la recherche de capitaux frais et se dirige vers des capitaux frais. Et les Émirats arabes unis constituent une destination importante où les capitaux sont disponibles pour pouvoir échanger avec nous et transformer notre potentiel en richesse. C'est donc dans ce sens que nous nous tournons vers les Émirats arabes unis », explique-t-il. À lire aussiLa RDC et les Émirats arabes unis ont signé un accord économique global à Abou Dhabi Les Émirats adoptent « une approche business to business » De nombreux dirigeants africains se sont succédé à Abou Dhabi ces derniers mois. Pour Oscar Lafay – ex-consultant senior de chez Deloitte, la percée des Émirats arabes unis est nette. « Ce qu'on observe avec cette percée émiratie, c'est la fin d'un monopole des puissances traditionnelles, analyse l'expert. En quatre ans, ils sont devenus le premier investisseur du continent avec plus de 110 milliards d'euros injectés. Et ils sont devenus en effet le grand argentier, là où le FMI ou les banques de développement sont plus lentes. » Autre aspect plus politique, les Émirats ont l'avantage d'avoir la neutralité postcoloniale. « C'est un grand atout puisqu'ils n'ont aucun passif historique sur le continent et ils proposent donc une approche business to business qui est très attrayante pour les différents acteurs africains », poursuit Oscar Lafay. « Et enfin, ils ont un pragmatisme transactionnel, avec une agilité pure qui leur permet d'investir là où les autres ont peur, comme récemment au Burkina, où les questions sécuritaires ou politiques ne leur font pas peur », souligne-t-il. À lire aussiKinshasa mise sur un partenariat avec Abou Dhabi pour reprendre la main sur l'or de l'Est de la RDC Un puissant réseau d'entreprises détenu par l'État Et pour faire avancer cette ambition, les Émirats s'appuient sur leur puissant réseau d'entreprises : « Il faut comprendre que ce réseau d'entreprises est finalement un réseau étatique, puisque l'influence aux Émirats arabes unis d'Abou Dhabi sur le business est très puissante. Et donc ces entreprises sont des leviers pour le pouvoir émirati afin de s'implanter durablement en Afrique. Ce qui est important avec les entreprises émiraties, c'est de comprendre leur capitalisation. Souvent plus de 20 à 30 %, voire plus, du capital est détenu par l'État. Donc, dans ce cas-là, ces entreprises sont des leviers étatiques. » Les Émirats arabes unis semblent bien déterminés à profiter du contexte international de recomposition des partenariats commerciaux et de la baisse drastique de l'aide publique au développement. À lire aussiLe président Randrianirina en visite à Abu Dhabi pour «promouvoir une diplomatie économique offensive»

What if standing boldly for Jesus wasn't just for the early church, but your divine calling today? In this powerful message, Pastor Johnson shares his journey from cautious faith to radical conviction, revealing how God transformed him from avoiding public speaking to boldly proclaiming Christ in places like the White House and Congo. Through compelling stories of facing opposition and finding supernatural courage, he challenges us to move beyond comfortable Christianity to become "unembarrassed" followers of Jesus. Whether you're wrestling with doubt or feeling alone in your stand for truth, this message inspires hope that when we choose to stand, God stands with us. Watch now to discover how your bold faith could impact generations. Speaker:

El P. Augustin Kalamba, sacerdote de la Archidiócesis de Kananga (República Democrática del Congo), afirma en este programa de «El Sacerdote» que la celebración de la Santa Misa no es un acontecimiento más, sino el mismo sacrificio de Cristo que se entrega por nosotros para darnos la vida eterna. El P. Augustin nos recuerda la necesidad de estar en gracia para poder recibir la Eucaristía y anima a los fieles laicos a comulgar diariamente, pues la celebración de la Santa Misa debe ser el centro de la vida de cada cristiano.

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Saturday morning, the 14th of February, 2026, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Gospel of John 19:26:”When Jesus therefore saw His mother, and the disciple whom He loved standing by, He said to His mother, “Woman, behold your son!” Then He said to the disciple, “Behold your mother!” And from that hour that disciple took her to his own home.” That is a very powerful statement.Do you know that the Lord was going through the most excruciating pain known to man? The crucifixion is truly one of the most savage ways to kill a man. He actually suffocates to death at the end because he cannot breathe, and in that time, the Lord Jesus Christ, our Saviour, looked down and He had compassion on His earthly mother and that very special disciple, John. He said to John, ”Look after my mother.” And He said to His mother, ”Look after John.” We need to look after each other unconditionally in these last days in which we are living. Remember charity, which is another word for love, begins at home. Young man, young lady, there's no good saying, ”I want to go overseas and I want to preach the Gospel.” Or “I want to go up into the Congo and I want to take care of those who have got no idea of who the Lord is.” No, the Lord says, ”Charity begins at home.” We need to get our own household in order first before we go out into the world.When I travel, the first thing people ask me when I arrive at a new destination is not what my theological qualification is, it's just as well, but the first thing they ask is, ”How is your wife?” “Oh no, she's fine.” “That's good. How are your children? How are your grandchildren? How are your great-grandchildren?” When we tell them they're fine, ”and how are things on the farm?” Then they say, ”Right, now speak to us, we want to hear what you've got to say.” We need to make sure things are okay at home. It's no good when the wheels are coming off back at the ranch and you're trying to tell people how to live. That is hypocrisy of the first degree. Let us follow in the footsteps of our beloved Master and let us love each other. Have a wonderful day, God bless you and goodbye.

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Hace diez años que el P. Augustin Kalamba, sacerdote de la Archidiócesis de Kananga (República Democrática del Congo) fue ordenado sacerdote. Durante este tiempo, ha podido comprobar que el sacerdote tiene infinidad de debilidades, pero, a pesar de eso, si imita verdaderamente a Jesucristo y se agarra a la cruz, al final de su vida serán recompensados todos los esfuerzos realizados. El P. Augustin es feliz porque sabe que nunca está solo. El Señor sale siempre a su encuentro para ayudarle a afrontar las dificultades de cada jornada.

Bonobos may be our closest living relatives, but we still have so much to learn about and from them. In this episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Ariel Rogers, Executive Director of Friends of Bonobos, and evolutionary anthropologist Dr. Brian Hare to explore the remarkable social world of bonobos and why their survival matters now more than ever.From decades of research at Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary in the Democratic Republic of Congo to the day-to-day realities of running a frontline conservation organization, this conversation weaves together science, storytelling, and on-the-ground action. Ariel and Brian share insights into bonobo anatomy, behavior, cooperation, and what these peaceful primates can teach us about humanity's own evolutionary story.We also dive into the challenges facing bonobos today, and the hope found in community-led conservation, ethical research, and long-term commitment. Thoughtful, curious, and full of perspective, this episode is a celebration of connection, compassion, and the power of understanding our closest relatives.Watch on YouTube: [youtube link]Listen on our website: https://globio.org/Ariel-BrianLearn more about Friends of Bonobos: https://www.bonobos.orgSend a textSupport the showTalking Apes is an initiative of the nonprofit GLOBIO. Support the show Buy us a coffee to say thanks!BUY OUR MERCH

Upinzani dhidi ya mpango waku ruhusu kampuni za Marekani kupata madini muhimu nchini Jamhuri yakidemokrasia ya Congo, una ongezeka baada ya Rais Tshisekedi kurejea nchini kutoka mkutano wa madini ulio fanyika Marekani wiki iliyopita.

Golpes de Estado, terrorismo, alterações climáticas e transições de liderança marcaram a actualidade política do continente africano nos últimos dias. A 39.ª Cimeira de Chefes de Estado e de Governo da União Africana, a decorrer em Addis Abena, na Etiópia, serviu de palco para debater estes desafios, num momento particularmente sensível para vários países. A situação política na Guiné-Bissau -suspensa da organização pan-africana na sequência da tomada do poder pelos militares -esteve no centro das atenções. Em entrevista à RFI, o Secretário-Geral das Nações Unidas, António Guterres, reafirmou uma posição firme, sublinhando a defesa inequívoca da ordem constitucional. Ainda no país, o principal opositor guineense, Domingos Simões Pereira, foi ouvido pelo Tribunal Militar, na qualidade de declarante, no âmbito de uma alegada tentativa de golpe de Estado em Outubro de 2025, segundo os seus advogados. A insegurança no norte de Moçambique também esteve em debate. O terrorismo em Cabo Delgado foi analisado à margem da cimeira, que decorre em Addis Abeba. António Guterres apelou à comunidade internacional, em particular à União Europeia, para reforçar o apoio ao país no combate à insurgência. Ainda em Moçambique, as alterações climáticas e os seus efeitos continuam a preocupar as autoridades. O Secretário-Geral das Nações Unidas reiterou que ainda é possível, até ao final do século, limitar o aumento da temperatura global a 1,5 graus, mas advertiu que tal exige uma redução drástica das emissões com efeitos imediatos. Entretanto, o Instituto Nacional de Gestão e Redução do Risco de Desastres anunciou a abertura de 600 centros de acolhimento para famílias em risco, face à aproximação do ciclone tropical Gezani. Paralelamente, Maputo procura mobilizar apoio internacional, tanto na Cimeira da União Africana como na Cimeira Itália-África, para a reconstrução das zonas afectadas pelas recentes inundações. À RFI, a ministra dos Negócios Estrangeiros, Maria Manuela Lucas, sublinhou a necessidade de solidariedade internacional. A cimeira marca igualmente uma transição na liderança da organização continental. Termina a presidência angolana e inicia-se o mandato do Burundi. O Presidente burundês, Évariste Ndayishimiye, herdará do seu homólogo angolano, João Lourenço, dossiers complexos como o conflito entre a República Democrática do Congo e o Ruanda. Num balanço da presidência de Angola à frente da União Africana, o ministro das Relações Exteriores, Téte António, destacou o reforço da presença e da voz de África nos fóruns internacionais. Em São Tomé e Príncipe, a actualidade política ficou marcada pela eleição de Abnildo Oliveira como Presidente da Assembleia Nacional. O novo líder do Parlamento sucede a Celmira Sacramento, destituída do cargo há cerca de duas semanas, na sequência da crise parlamentar que abalou o país.

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Donald Trump lleva tiempo diciendo que una de las guerras que ha solucionado es la de República Democrática del Congo. La realidad es bien distinta. En el enorme país africano la situación en sus regiones más orientales se ha agravado estos meses. Los combates con la guerrilla del M23 siguen y a nivel humanitario nada ha cambiado, es decir, la población sigue enfrentándose a todo tipo de prohblemas, desde el sarampión a agua contaminada o a casos de violencia sexual. Estados Unidos mientras, trata de afianzar el acuerdo para intentar obtener minerales críticos y reducir así su dependencia de China en este sector tan estratégico. Julián Cambronero es el responsable de la revista Congo Actual.Escuchar audio

Los mandatarios de los países del bloque comunitario han intentado hoy en Bélgica acercar posturas para intentar hacer un frente común y avanzar hacia una mayor competitividad de los 27 frente a las amenazas que llegan desde EEUU o China.Vamos a estar en Irán con nuestra enviada especial que ha podido hablar con algunos ciudadanos de Teheran sobre la situación por la que pasa el país. También en Estados Unidos donde podremos saber más sobre lo que ha dicho Tom Homan tras la ofensiva de ICE en Minessota.Vamos a hablar también de la aprobación del gobierno italiano de un proyecto de ley con varias medidas para intentar frenar la inmigración irregular; de Bruno Retailleau, quien fue ministro de Interior de Francia y ha anunciado que se presenta como candidato a suceder a Emmanuel Macron en las próximas elecciones presidenciales; y de las elecciones en Bangladesh, las primeras tras las manifestaciones de la generación Z. También de las protestas en Argentina y de la heredera de Kim Jong Un en Corea del Norte. Además va a estar con nosotros Julián Cambronero, responsable de la revista Congo Actual para profundizar en la situación que vive República Democrática del Congo. Escuchar audio

El P. Augustin Kalamba, sacerdote de la Archidiócesis de Kananga (República Democrática del Congo), descubrió su vocación sacerdotal a la edad de nueve años. A través del canto de unas religiosas, el P. Augustin Kalamba experimentó que el Señor quería que fuese solo de Él. Cuando recuerda las dificultades encontradas en el seminario menor, considera que el Señor le permitió pasar por ellas para crecer en humildad y fortalecer su vocación, demostrándole que no es él quien debe guiar su vida, sino que debe dejarse guiar por Dios.

Reel Talk #10 is happening on Saturday, February 21. If you're in the New York area, join me and North Carolina rapper Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon for a screening of the T.I.-starring classic ATL, followed by an interview and audience Q&A. Doors at 6, film starts at 7. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here via Posh or at the door the day-of. This iteration of Reel Talk operates on sliding scale admission, so if price is an issue, please message me directly and we can figure it out.  If you'd like to see full video of this and other episodes, join the Reel Notes Patreon at the Homie ($5/month) tier or higher. Each episode is also available to buy individually for $5 (Buy it through a web browser and not the Patreon app. You'll get charged extra if you purchase through the app.) You also get early access to episodes, an invite to our Discord server, access to the Reel Talk archives, and more! My guest for the season 6 premiere is DC rapper, producer, and visual artist Obii Say. We spoke about The Platform, Menace II Society, rewatching hood classics once you get older, Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, his love-hate relationship with making music over a nearly 20-year career, how working in visual art inspires his raps and beats, forging a relationship with Chuck Strangers, and the creative process behind his latest album Public Access Television, available now exclusively on Bandcamp. Come fuck with us. Public Access Television is available exclusively on Obii's Bandcamp. Follow Obii on Twitter and Instagram (@obiisay) and check out his artwork on the Loudmouth website.  Reel Notes stands in solidarity with American immigrants against ICE and the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, the Palestine Children's Relief Fund,  The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti. Protest, fight back, and fuck the system.  My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4 PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon. Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), Letterboxd (@CineMasai), and subscribe to my weekly Nu Musique Friday newsletter to stay tapped in to all things Dylan Green.  Follow Hearing Things at hearingthings.co or @hearingthingsco on all social platforms.   

Piers discusses how the scrapping of the RMA could threaten Wairarapa's Dark Sky Reserve, the subscription based driver service that cold be a world first, a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo on a safe life in Masterton and Greytown debuts a cocktail festival.

Those who hope to honor God and advance Jesus' Kingdom face powerful opposition from spiritual, physical, and psychological enemies. Successful launching and long term fruitfulness depends on recognizing and, in dependence on the Holy Spirit, waging war against those enemies.

Le président congolais Félix Tshisekedi vient d'achever une longue tournée dans une demi-douzaine de pays, effectuant une offensive diplomatique et politique, des États-Unis aux Émirats arabes unis, en passant par l'Angola et le Togo. Guerre dans le Kivu, dialogue intercongolais, crise avec le Rwanda, minerais critiques... Kinshasa a plusieurs dossiers brûlants sur la table. Pour aborder ces sujets, le porte-parole du gouvernement de la République démocratique du Congo, Patrick Muyaya, est notre Grand Invité Afrique ce matin. Il répond aux questions de Sidy Yansané.  RFI : Depuis le début de l'année, le président Félix Tshisekedi multiplie les déplacements : Togo, Congo, France, les Émirats, les États-Unis et puis l'Angola pour finir cette grosse tournée. Qu'en est-il ressorti de concret à la fois sur les plans diplomatique, économique et surtout sécuritaire ? Patrick Muyaya : La plus récente visite, celle en Angola, c'était évidemment pour passer en revue la question de l'évolution du processus de paix. Et il y avait évidemment la question du dialogue intercongolais. Ensuite, la visite aux Émirats, là aussi, il s'agissait de mettre les dispositifs en place d'un partenariat stratégique, car les Émirats arabes unis et la République démocratique du Congo ont des intérêts en commun à construire et à partager. Pour revenir maintenant sur la visite à Washington, une visite historique, si je peux me permettre, en termes de partenariat stratégique RDC-États-Unis, nous avons eu la première réunion du comité directeur conjoint. Il y a aussi eu ce sommet sur les minerais critiques. Le président Tshisekedi a réussi à inscrire la République démocratique du Congo au cœur du débat sur la transition énergétique, faisait de notre pays un atout pour régler les problèmes de l'humanité. Revenons à l'Angola, puisqu'à la suite de la visite du président Tshisekedi, on a confié à Luanda un nouveau mandat : créer les conditions d'un dialogue intercongolais en parlant à toutes les parties. Qu'espérez-vous du président João Lourenço, ex-médiateur dans la crise rwando-congolaise, dans ce nouveau rôle ? Il va faire une forme de pré-consultation des différentes parties. Mais comme notre président de la République l'a dit et redit, le dialogue entre Congolais se tiendra en République démocratique du Congo. Et ce dialogue, j'insiste là-dessus, ne consacrera aucune forme d'impunité, parce que c'est l'impunité dont bénéficient certains acteurs qui est à la base de la répétitivité des conflits que nous déplorons dans la partie est du pays. Parlons de l'un de ces acteurs. RFI a révélé que, en décembre dernier, l'ancien président Joseph Kabila, condamné à mort pour trahison et crimes de guerre par la justice congolaise, avait été reçu à Luanda par la présidence angolaise. Kinshasa est-elle prête à dialoguer avec cet acteur congolais-là ? Dans le dialogue que nous devons avoir, nous avons un point principal : l'agression. Lorsque vous regardez les prises de position et les attitudes du président honoraire, il est évident qu'il est complice de l'agression parce qu'il est difficile d'imaginer que c'est lui qui a combattu par le passé le M23. Puis, dans une tribune publique, brisant de longues années de silence, il dit soutenir et justifier le combat du M23. Il y a des gestes qu'il n'aurait jamais dû poser. Tout dépendra évidemment du rapport que, le moment venu, le président Lourenço fera de ses différentes consultations, notamment avec celui que vous avez cité. Malgré l'accord signé à Washington, et aussi l'accord-cadre de Doha et ses protocoles censés être appliqués, les violences perdurent sur le terrain. Que manque-t-il pour que, au moins, il y ait un cessez-le-feu ? Il manque de la volonté du côté du Rwanda, car il est évident que toute idée visant à ramener la paix dans cette partie de notre pays n'arrange pas le président Paul Kagame, qui est aussi derrière ces faux prétextes d'extermination ou de ciblage des populations banyamulenge. Il y a un autre prétexte qu'il utilise, celui de la présence des FDLR (Forces démocratiques de libération du Rwanda, mouvement sanctionné par l'ONU et considéré comme génocidaire par Kigali, NDLR). Je pense que, au terme de tous ces processus, le Rwanda ne viendra plus recycler ces prétextes, d'autant qu'il est censé régler ces problèmes en ce moment. Vous êtes porte-parole du gouvernement et ministre de la Communication. Vous insistez beaucoup sur certains termes, qualifiant le président Paul Kagame de « père du M23 » avec qui il entretient « une relation diabolique ». Peut-on vraiment parler d'effort de paix quand, des deux côtés rwandais et congolais, il y a des termes extrêmement forts pour désigner l'adversaire et la personne avec laquelle on doit négocier ? Nous qualifions Kagame et le M23 de relation père-fils à raison. Qui a créé le M23 ? Qui arme le M23 ? Qui conduit les opérations du M23 ? Il y a des rapports du groupe d'experts des Nations unies qui le disent de manière régulière. Donc cette filiation existe bel et bien. La frontière avec le Burundi est toujours fermée. Des habitants d'Uvira se sont réfugiés au Burundi, fuyant les combats. Avez-vous des informations concernant l'ouverture prochaine d'une frontière et une stabilisation d'Uvira ? Le gouvernement travaille déjà sur un plan de restauration de l'autorité de l'État, qui va permettre un retour progressif de nos populations qui sont à Uvira, pour revenir en sécurité là où ils doivent être. Et de ce point de vue, il y a une évolution, après la dernière réunion au Qatar. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, secrétaire général adjoint de l'ONU chargé des opérations de maintien de la paix, séjourne actuellement à Kinshasa pour voir dans quelle mesure on peut mettre en place le mécanisme de cessez-le-feu qui pourra, s'il est mis en place et surtout s'il est respecté, contribuer au retour des populations qui sont parties se réfugier au Burundi voisin.

In 1935 a young girl from Wales studying nursing in Liverpool, England, surrounded her life to the Lord Jesus. From the moment she was filled with the Holy Spirit she had a desire to minister to the Congolese people. Deep in her heart she felt that the Lord was asking everything of her, even her very life. Cheryl recounts the story and triumph of Winnie Davies from her conversion, her ministry in Congo, to her harrowing capture by the Simba rebels. Winnie's story will bring to your heart an awareness of the cost of truly giving the Lord everything!

Guest Bio: Clementine Sikiri was resettled in the United States with her family after spending years in Kiziba refugee camp in Rwanda, fleeing deadly conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Just as her life was beginning to flourish, Clementine was in a tragic car accident that left her with severe injuries. Through faith, resilience, and the support of her community, she made a miraculous recovery and went on to earn a master's degree in clinical social work. Today, she serves as a mental health clinician in a public middle school, advocates passionately for refugees, and finds joy in her close-knit community.  Show Summary: What was a moment in your life where you felt extreme hopelessness? How did God restore your hope? Clementine Sikiri has experienced many hopeless moments in her life where she had to depend on God to make the impossible, possible. Join hosts Elisa Morgan and Vivian Mabuni as they learn how Clementine's hope was restored as a refugee coming to the United States and then as a severe car accident survivor. You don't want to miss this beautiful and encouraging God Hears Her conversation!  Notes and Quotes:  “The first years of my life, war was all I knew. So, I thought the whole world was that way.” —Clementine Sikiri  “One of the biggest misconceptions is that refugees choose to be refugees. It's life or death. We don't choose that.” —Clementine Sikiri  “In a way, [the accident] confirmed my purpose. I am supposed to be here and God wants me here.” —Clementine Sikiri  “The more I grew up to understand the Lord, the more I grew up to understand that He loved me from the beginning.” —Clementine Sikiri  “People saw His goodness in my life and that's all I want.” —Clementine Sikiri  “The more I learn about myself, the more I learn about Him, and the more I learn about Him, the more I learn about myself.” —Clementine Sikiri  Verses:  Matthew 25:40-45 Romans 8:28  Related Episodes:  GHH Ep 68 – Hope That Overcomes with Joyce Dinkins: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/hope-that-overcomes/ GHH Ep 101 – Life After Tragedies with Julia Pinkster: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/life-after-tragedies/  Links:  God Hears Her website: https://go.odb.org/ghh191  Subscribe to the God Hears Her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GodHearsHerODBMEpisode 216 Bible Study: https://xvetrm.files.cmp.optimizely.com/download/assets/GHH+Podcast_EP216_Final+Output.pdf/fe8694ce011911f1a4fbee48b8e1933b 

This week on DanceSpeak, I sit down with Brian 'Footwork' Green, a master teacher and influential figure in street and club dance culture whose impact spans generations. Recorded live in August 2025, this episode captures Brian's unfiltered thoughts on musicality, lineage, and what often gets misunderstood about street dance. We explore competition versus convention culture, the realities of the dance economy, and the difference between who you are and the artistic name you move under. Brian speaks honestly about off-beat dancing, “auto-tuned” movement, teaching, trends, and what gets lost when dance drifts away from the heart. The conversation also touches on race, representation, and identity in dance spaces—layered, nuanced, and rooted in lived experience rather than soundbites. Insightful, funny, challenging, and deeply grounded in culture, this episode is for dancers who love dance enough to think about it, question it, and keep it alive. Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gogalit Website – https://www.gogalit.com/ Fit From Home – https://galit-s-school-0397.thinkific.com/courses/fit-from-home You can connect with Brian on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/brianfootworkgreen/. You can purchase Brian's on-line dance classes https://www.theybarelyunderstandhello.com/#classes.

This week on Myopia Movies, we dig something out of the trash! Not the episode, of course, but the movie! Listen to episode 58 Congo remastered nine years later! Man, we have been doing this too long. Watch CGI Gorillas for no good reason!  How will Congo hold up? Host: Nic Defendant: Matt Directed by Frank Marshall Starring: Laura Linney, Tim Curry, Dylan Walsh, Ernie Hudson, Grant Heslov,  Joe Don Baker, Lola Noh, Mary Ellen Trainor, Jimmy Buffet, Delroy Lindo

Peer Schouten, of the Danish Institute for International Studies, has written a breathtaking book. Roadblock Politics: The Origins of Violence in Central Africa (Cambridge, 2022). Schouten mapped more than 1000 roadblocks in both the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In so doing, he illuminates the relationship between road blocks and what he calls “frictions of terrain” (p 262). These frictions demonstrate how rebels, locals and state security forces interact in the making, or unmaking, of state authority and legitimacy. Looking at roadblocks as a kind of infrastructural empire that existed before the Europeans first arrived in Africa, Schouten develops a new framework to understand the ways in which supply chain capitalism thrives in places of non-conventional logistical capacity, to reframe how state theory fails to capture the nature of statehood and local authority in Central Africa. Schouten calls out governments, the UN and other international actors, to highlight how control of roadblocks translates into control over mineral, territory or people. No analysis of the drivers of conflict anywhere in the world is complete without consideration of Peer Schouten's groundbreaking book, Roadblock Politics. At the end of the interview, Schouten recommends two books: Mintz's (1986) Sweetness of Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History and Labatut's (2021) When We Cease to Understand the World. Thomson recommends the CBC podcast Nothing is Foreign. Susan Thomson is an Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Colgate University. I like to interview pretenure scholars about their research. I am particularly keen on their method and methodology, as well as the process of producing academic knowledge about African places and people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, the boys emerge from the grip of a recent storm, only to step straight into something far colder and far stranger.From the frozen woods of Virginia, a group of U.S. Marines find themselves stalked by something massive—something that should not exist. In Ohio, a quiet night shatters when a mother and daughter come face-to-face with a shimmering Glimmer Man. Half a world away, an Australian listener recounts a disturbing encounter with something small, ancient, and very much alive.Then Kyle takes us deep into the world's darkest green hells—the Amazon and the Congo—where the jungle swallows light and reason alike. Tales of impossible creatures emerge from the shadows: living dinosaurs, colossal serpents, and giant man-eating spiders. Alongside whispers of lost cities and forbidden places, one truth becomes clear—the jungle is not just alive… it is watching.All of this and more on this chilling installment of Expanded Perspectives.Sponsors: IQBAR: Right now, IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your 20% off, text EXPANDED to 64,000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Want to Share Your Story? Email: expandedperspectives@yahoo.com Hotline: 888-393-2783 Want More Expanded Perspectives? If you want more Expanded Perspectives and help out the show, then join our Patreon. Just click this link or download the Patreon App and search Expanded Perspectives Elite Do you want to give the gift of Expanded Perspectives Elite? Just click this link or go to patreon.com/expandedperspectiveselite/gift

It's Friday, February 6th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus 21 of 22 churches destroyed in Christian town in Myanmar since coup On January 30, the Burma Research Institute released a scathing report detailing destructive attacks, murders, and harassment of Christians and churches since the military coup in 2021 that forcefully took control of Myanmar, reports International Christian Concern. Some of the key findings include: 21 out of 22 churches in Thantlang Town, a majority-Christian town, have been destroyed and the town's population displaced since 2021. More than 340 churches and Christian buildings have been destroyed. 149 Christians murdered and 218 imprisoned from 2022 to 2025. One unnamed church leader, who is still living inside Myanmar, testified powerfully that the faithful are now scattered across jungles, remote areas, and informal shelters, struggling to preserve their faith and communal life under constant threat and insecurity. Pastor in India forced to eat cow dung After accusing a pastor in Odisha, India of forcefully converting Hindus to Christianity, a group of Hindu nationalists forced him to eat cow dung and drink sewer water, reports International Christian Concern. The incident occurred on January 4th, but only became widely known in recent days, prompting nationwide outrage and criticism. A mob of 40 people, reportedly affiliated with the Bajrang Dal — the militant wing of the Hindu nationalist Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh — stormed a home during a prayer meeting in Parjang village, and accused the pastor of conducting “forced religious conversions.” Pastor Bipin Bihari Naik was dragged from the house and beaten with sticks. His face was smeared with red vermilion. Sandals were hung around his neck. He was then paraded through the village for nearly two hours. Pastor Naik was eventually taken to a local Hindu temple, where his hands were tied to a metal rod, and he was forced to consume cow dung and drink water from a sewer. They also tried to force the pastor to chant Hindu slogans, but he refused to do so. In a statement on X, Pinarayi Vijayan, the chief minister of Kerala, wrote, “Forcing a human being to eat cow dung is a deeply inhuman act, emboldened by the silence and complicity of BJP-led governments.” Landslide in Congo kills 200 miners A landslide last week collapsed several tunnels at a major coltan mine in eastern Congo, leaving at least 200 people dead in the rebel-controlled site, reports the Associated Press. The collapse occurred  Wednesday at the Rubaya mines, controlled by the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, after heavy rains caused several hand-dug tunnels in the unregulated mine to cave. The M23 rebels and the Congolese government traded accusations over responsibility as reports from the remote region began to emerge. The collapse is one of the deadliest disasters in years in an area already facing a humanitarian crisis and ongoing conflict. Trump announced prayer gathering to rededicate America to God Appearing at the National Prayer Breakfast, President Donald Trump explained that the Department of Education will protect the right of public school students to pray. TRUMP: “Today, I'm also pleased to announce that the Department of Education is officially issuing its new guidance to protect the right to prayer in our public schools. That's a big deal.” (applause) President Trump also announced that Americans are invited to attend a special prayer event on the 250th birthday of America in our nation's capital. TRUMP: “In the last 12 months, young Americans attended church at nearly twice the rate as they did four years ago to support this exciting renewal. This morning, I'm pleased to announce that on May 17, we're inviting Americans from all across the country to come together on our National Mall to pray. We're going to rededicate America as one nation under God.” (applause) Psalm 33:12 says, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He chose for His inheritance.” NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie addresses kidnappers of her mother In a tearful video posted Wednesday on Instagram, “Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie — flanked by her sister, Annie Guthrie, and her brother, Camron Guthrie, pleaded for more information from the possible kidnapper of her 84-year-old mother, saying her family is “ready to talk,” reports NBC News. GUTHRIE: “Our mom is our heart and our home. She is 84 years old. Her health, her heart is fragile. She lives in constant pain. She is without any medicine. She needs it to survive. We need to know, without a doubt, that she is alive and that you have her. We want to hear from you. And we are ready to listen.” In the Instagram video, Savannah thanked the public for “the prayers for our beloved mom,” Nancy Guthrie, who was last seen Saturday night in her home outside Tucson, Arizona. She was reported missing after she did not show up for church.  Nancy had no cognitive issues, and her disappearance was not linked to dementia. Blood was found on the front porch of Guthrie's house. DNA analysis has confirmed the blood belongs to Nancy Guthrie. A doorbell camera to her home was disconnected and removed at 1:47 local time and at 2:28, Guthrie's pacemaker was disconnected from her phone, an app shows. Fox10 TV reports that investigators are taking seriously a ransom note sent to a handful of media outlets connected to her disappearance. Heith Janke, the FBI chief in Phoenix, announced that they have arrested Derrick Callella in Hawthorne, California. Shocking lessons taught on college campuses today And finally, according to Students for Life's January newsletter, college students are being taught shocking lessons – often paid for by our tax dollars. * Harvard University has a class called, "Come hammered. Get Nailed: Safe Sex Under the Influence.” * Ohio State University features a class entitled, "Fighting Abortion Stigma with Planned Parenthood." * And Grand Valley State University has one called “Breaking Up with Purity Culture.” If that's not enough, they'll be encouraged to write Valentine's Day “thank you” cards to abortionists! The truth is many colleges have turned into little more than recruitment centers for Planned Parenthood's bloody business by first encouraging students to experiment sexually and then funneling vulnerable young women to abortionists to “take care of” or murder the natural consequences of sex – precious little babies. Campus missionaries with Students for Life are confronting the Culture of Death with three outreaches. First, setting up Cemetery of Innocents displays that visually expose the gruesome reality of abortion featuring 1,102 bright pink crosses commemorating the preborn babies aborted by Planned Parenthood every day. Second, hosting table events that spark one-on-one conversations with pro-abortion college students. And third, screening the pro-life movie Unplanned which tells the incredible conversion story of Abby Johnson, who was a Planned Parenthood director-turned-staunch-pro-life-activist, after she witnessed a preborn child squirming for its life away from an abortionist's tools during an abortion. Learn more about the great work of Students for Life at StudentsForLife.org. Proverbs 31:8 says, “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, February 6th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

The United States wants to build a new global critical minerals supply chain through a new alliance that aims to stabilize prices and reduce dependence on China.  Africa sits at the center of this shift, particularly the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where geopolitics is increasingly shaping mining deals and partnerships. CGSP Africa Editor Géraud Neema joins Eric & Cobus to break down the U.S. proposal and why China's dominance in refining and processing remains a major constraint, raising doubts about whether a minerals strategy focused mainly on extraction can succeed.