Podcast appearances and mentions of ekua pm

In this weeks episode Afrolit podcast host Ekua PM and I have some Pinot Noir and talk about Kenyan diaspora in NYC, traveling with alcohol, grapefruit rose, wine pairings, missing Kenyan food, achieving aunty status, growing up in NYC, navigating winter, dating apps, ancestry, African tokenism, showering habits and the Afrolit Podcast. Check out the Afrolit Podcast: https://anchor.fm/afrolit Podcasts mentioned in this episode S2 E26: Who Gets to Be Africa… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfiFdXfXxYM If you enjoyed this episode and want to know what the wine I was drinking looked like check out our Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/merlotnme/ and follow Ekua https://www.instagram.com/ekua.pm/ Music: https://www.bensound.com

It is said that who we are is the total experience of where we've lived and by this, Ekua Paulina Musumba, also known as Ekua PM is indeed a child of the world from growing up in Africa to living in London, Geneva, Chicago, New York amongst other countries, cities and continents she has lived. Ekua spent most of her childhood touring and living in different parts of the world with her mother. Ekua is a multifaceted creative, DJ and podcaster. In this episode, she invites us into her world as we explore the world with her. You can connect with with her on: Instagram: @ekua.pm Twitter: @Ekuapm Check out her Podcast: Afrolitpodcast If you love this podcast, please give it a 5 star rating and a review on Apple podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcast. This podcast was created and produced by Drc. Jaèy(@jaeyalley on IG & Twitter), for the AMBC. The AMBC is an independent media & production body that's dedicated to producing world-class contents that competes, and promotes the amplification Black/African voices / narratives. For enquiries you can send us a maill: africanmbc@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epsseries/message

The International Monetary Fund on Thursday expressed concern about the civil unrest in Lagos and some other parts of Nigeria, following the shooting of some #EndSARS protesters Lekki Tollgate on Tuesday night.The Director of IMF’s African Department, Mr. Abebe Aemro Selassie, said the civil unrest in Lagos, which contributes significantly to Nigeria’s overall Gross Domestic Product could have a negative consequence on the economy.He called for timely resolution of the crisis to prevent the economy, which is still reeling from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, from slipping further into a tailspin.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a news briefing on Friday that the United States is bullying countries to pick sides over their ties to China, but such efforts will not succeed.A senior State Department official said on Thursday said the United States is urging Sri Lanka to make difficult but necessary choices to secure its economic independence instead of choosing opaque practices, in an apparent reference at China deepening its influence over the South Asian country.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

President Muhammadu Buhari says he has directed the National Salaries, Income and Wages Commission (NSIWC) to expedite action on the finalization of the new salary structure of members of the Nigeria Police Force.President Buhari argued that progress is being made with regards to the welfare of police personnel.The President also disclosed that the emoluments of other paramilitary services are also being reviewed upwards.He further stated that in order to underscore the importance of education in preparing youths for the future, his administration has come up with a new salary structure and other incentives for teachers.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Independent National Electoral Commission has postponed bye-elections in eleven states billed to hold on October 31st, 2020.It said the decision followed a meeting of the electoral body with the 37 Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to review preparations for the 15 bye-elections.INEC, however, disclosed that it would continue to monitor the situation in the states where the elections are to be held and meet in two weeks to review the situation and also pick a feasible date for the polls.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

US regulators have given full approval for the antiviral drug remdesivir to treat Covid-19 patients in hospitals.The US Food and Drug Administration said Veklury, the drug's brand name, cut the recovery time on average by five days during clinical trials.The World Health Organization last week said remdesivir had little to no effect on patients' survival.The WHO said this was based on its own study - but the drug's manufacturer Gilead rejected the findings of the trial.Remdesivir had been authorised for emergency use only in the US since May.In the US it will cost $3,120 via private insurers and $2,340 via government purchasers for a five-day course.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The European Parliament has endorsed Nigeria’s candidate for the position of the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation , Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.The parliament said it screened the two remaining candidates in the WTO DG race, Okonjo-Iweala and Ms. Yoo Myung-hee of South Korea, and is convinced that the Nigerian candidate has the energy and is well-equipped for the job.The EP, in a letter on Wednesday signed by the Co-chairs of the Parliamentary Conference on the WTO Steering Group, Mr. Bernd Lange and Mr. Sven Simon, said the European Parliament was satisfied with Okonjo-Iweala’s level of requirements and skills.They urged the European Union (EU) to express support for the candidacy of the former World Bank director.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Ivory Coast's opposition has rejected the government's plan to reform the electoral commission ahead of next week's electionPresident Alassane Ouattara is vying for a controversial third term. His candidature has caused unrest in the country.The UN has expressed concern over ongoing violence that has in recent days left at least seven people dead and more than 40 injured, according to the authorities.The two main opposition candidates - former President Henri Konan Bédié and former Prime Minister Pascal Affi N'Guessan - announced the boycott earlier in the month.They asked their supporters to block what they described as an electoral coup.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Belgium, one of Europe’s hardest hit countries by the coronavirus, further tightened restrictions on social contacts on Friday, banning fans from sports matches, limiting the number of people in cultural spaces and closing theme parks.Belgium, which has already closed cafes, bars and restaurants and imposed a night curfew, has Europe’s second highest infection rate per capita after the Czech Republic. New infections hit a peak of 10,500 on Thursday.Belgium Prime Minister Alexander de Croo told a news conference that there is no law that can stop the virus, the only ones who can stop it are the citizens.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Two Sudanese government sources told Reuters on Thursday that Sudan’s Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok is ready to proceed with normalizing relations with Israel once a yet-to-be-formed transitional parliament has approved the step.The comments are the clearest sign that Hamdok, under pressure from the United States, is willing to contemplate Sudan establishing ties with former adversary Israel.Hamdok’s technocratic government has so far rebuffed U.S. advances aimed at pushing Sudan to follow the lead of the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, both of which signed agreements to establish formal ties with Israel at the White House last month.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The chief negotiators of Britain and the European Union meet on Friday for intensive negotiations on a last-minute trade deal that would stave off a tumultuous finale to the five-year-old Brexit crisis.The EU said it was ready to talk about draft legal texts of a deal after threats from Britain that it would undercut the 2020 divorce treaty, and Johnson briefly broke off trade talks on Friday.EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier told Reuters on arrival in London on Thursday that it is very important to be back at the table and have a huge common responsibility.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has confirmed 37 new cases of coronavirus in the country. This brings the total number of COVID-19 infections recorded in the country so far to 61,667.The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control in a tweet showed that the 37 new cases are reported from 9 states.FCT had eight cases, Lagos had seven cases, Taraba and Rivers had five cases each, Adamawa had four cases, Kaduna had three cases, Anambra and Osun had two cases each while Ogun had one case.A total of 56,880 persons have recovered from the virus while the death toll now stands at 1125--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has sent a petition to Mrs Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor, International Criminal Court urging her to promptly investigate reports that Nigerian authorities and military used to intimidate, harass, attack and kill #EndSARS peaceful protesters in several parts of Nigeria, including Abuja, Lagos, Edo, Osun, Plateau, and Kano states.SERAP urged Mrs Bensouda to push for those suspected to be responsible for these crimes to be tried by the ICC.SERAP said the repeated attacks on peaceful protesters suggest the misuse of the military and security agents by the Nigerian authorities.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Mohammed Adamu, has ordered the withdrawal of all police officers attached to all very important personalities in the country with immediate effect.He ordered the withdrawal of policemen attached to VIPs, with the exception of those attached to government houses, the Senate President and the Speaker House of Representatives.He stated that any protect personnel found escorting or guarding any VIP with or without a firearm is deemed to be deployed by the commander and the commander will be sanctioned.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The stock market lost N113 billion on Wednesday as investors’ appetite, which has been high for days became dampened due to the tensed security situation in the country.Investors however reduced their demand for equities yesterday as they reacted to the prevailing security situation after some #EndSARS protesters at Lekki Tollgate, Lagos were shot by the military on Tuesday.The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) All-Share Index declined by 0.75 per cent from 28.665.82 to 28,449.49, while market capitalisation shed N113 billion from N14.983 trillion to N14.870 trillion.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab on Wednesday said that he was deeply concerned by the recent violence in Nigeria and reports of civilian deaths, and called for an end to the violence.He said in a statement that the Nigerian government must urgently investigate reports of brutality at the hands of the security forces and hold those responsible to account.The shooting drew widespread international condemnation, with UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet saying reports suggested it could have been premeditated.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The United Nations’ Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has called for an end to police brutality in Nigeria, condemning violent clashes that claimed multiple lives and caused many injuries.The Secretary-General in a communiqué by his spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric said he has been following recent developments in Nigeria and has called for an end to police brutality and abuses.Mr Guterres condemned the shooting of protesters on Tuesday at Lekki in Lagos which resulted in multiple deaths and caused many injuries.He expressed his condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The African Union has strongly condemned the violence against anti-police brutality protesters in Nigeria.The Chairperson of the AU Commission, Moussa Faki, urged both political and social actors to respect human rights and the rule of law.He hailed the disbandment of the hated Special Anti-Robbery Squad (Sars) and encouraged investigations to ensure perpetrators of acts of violence are held to account.The regional bloc, Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas), called for dialogue between the Nigerian government and the protesters.Ecowas urged both parties to exercise restraint as protests continue.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

A class action legal case has been launched against a subsidiary of the mining firm Anglo-American over an abandoned lead mine in Zambia.Lawyers representing a group of women and children say more than 100,000 people may have been poisoned by toxins from the site in Kabwe.Anglo-American said no claim had yet been served against it, but insisted any legal action would be vigorously defended.The firm pointed out that the mine was owned for more than 20 years before its closure by the Zambian government.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The South African supermarket chain Pick n Pay plans to open its first store in Nigeria.Pick n Pay's Nigeria venture will be a partnership with A G Leventis, a group with investments in West Africa ranging from agricultural equipment to property management.The South African supermarket chain believes it can overcome problems that have hit competitors, like currency devaluations and logistical challenges, as well as barriers to repatriating profits.Pick n Pay's strategy in Nigeria will focus on opening small neighbourhood stores, whereas other foreign retailers have established flagship stores in large shopping centres.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

US national security officials say Iran was responsible for sending threatening emails to Democratic voters.National Intelligence Director John Ratcliffe said the emails appeared to come from a far-right pro-Trump group and were meant to incite unrest.Mr Ratcliffe said US officials found Iran and Russia had obtained "some voter registration information.The unusual intelligence briefing this close to the vote is seen as a testament to the government's concerns over voting interference and disinformation campaigns from foreign actors.Mr Ratcliffe said Iran's spoof emails claimed to be sent by the far-right Proud Boys group in order to intimidate voters, incite unrest and damage President Donald Trump.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The US has approved arms sales to Taiwan worth around $1.8bn (£1.4bn), in a move that is likely to increase tensions with China.The Pentagon said the deal comprised three weapons systems including rocket launchers, sensors and artillery.US national security adviser Robert O'Brien had earlier said that while he did not believe China was ready to invade Taiwan, the island needed to fortify itself for the future.Taiwan's defence ministry said the weapons would help it build credible combat capabilities and strengthen the development of asymmetric warfare.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Thailand has lifted a ban on public gatherings, after an emergency decree failed to put a stop to mass anti-government protests in Bangkok.A government statement said it was revoking the measures as the serious situation had eased.Protesters have also been demanding for the release of activists who were arrested last week when the emergency decree came into force.The decree allowed authorities to arrest protesters, seize electronic materials, and ban certain broadcasts or publications.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has confirmed 113 new cases of coronavirus in the country. This brings the total number of COVID-19 infections recorded in the country so far to 61440.The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control in a tweet showed that the 133 new cases are reported from 9 states.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

President Muhammadu Buhari has met with the leaders of the National Assembly over the ongoing protests regarding the dissolution of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Mohammed Adamu, has listed the requirements of officers to be trained in the new police tactical team to replace the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad as the training of selected officers for the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team begins today.The IG reassured Nigerians that no ex-SARS operatives have been shortlisted in the SWAT team.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Nigeria Union of Traders Association in Ghana embarked on a protest at the weekend over Ghanaian authorities' delay to reopen shops owned by Nigerians in that country.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Minister of Defence, Bashir Magashi has warned the protesters against breaching national security as the federal government is trying to placate protesters from continuing their protests for police reforms.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Kenya's health minister has warned that rising Covid-19 infections in the country could lead to a second wave of the pandemic.Minister Mutahi Kagwe said infections spiked after President Uhuru Kenyatta announced further easing of restrictions.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Facebook’s vice president Nick Clegg in an interview published Sunday said a total of 2.2 million ads on Facebook and Instagram have been rejected and 120,000 posts withdrawn for attempting to obstruct voting in the upcoming US presidential election.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The FTSE 100 traded in the green on Monday, in line with its European peers boosted by hopes about further stimulus in the US after House Speaker Pelosi set a Tuesday deadline for the White House to agree on fiscal stimulus. Investors now await developments on Brexit after talks stalled last week and as the self-imposed October 15th deadline for the UK to leave the EU if no deal was reached expired.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Israel and Bahrain have formally established diplomatic relations.The deal brokered by the US was signed in the Bahrain capital, Manama, on Sunday.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Stock futures in the US rose sharply on Monday, amid renewed hopes for new US fiscal stimulus, with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s office saying Saturday that she was giving the Trump administration 48 hours to reach an aid deal before the November 3rd election.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Chinese economy advanced 4.9% yoy in Q3 2020, faster than a 3.2% expansion in Q2 and compared with market consensus of a 5.2% growth. The country became the first major economy to report growth following the COVID-19 pandemic,--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

A U.S. judge in San Francisco on Thursday said she was not inclined to reverse her decision blocking the government from barring Apple Inc  and Alphabet Inc's Google from offering WeChat for download in U.S. app stores.U.S. Magistrate Judge Laurel Beeler said at a hearing that she did not think a new filing by the Justice Department changes the outcome or changes her analysis.The Justice Department has appealed Beeler’s order to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, but no ruling is likely before December.The Commerce Department order would also bar other U.S. transactions with Tencent Holding's WeChat, potentially making the app unusable in the United States.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, has warned all Police Officers across the country against the use of force on peaceful protesters.In a communique by the police spokesman, DCP Frank Mba, the IGP noted that citizens have fundamental rights of freedom of expression, assembly, and movement which must always be upheld and protected by the police.The boss on Thursday however appealed to protesters to continually conduct themselves peacefully and guide their ranks against infiltration by criminal elements.He stressed that the Force leadership has clearly heard the voice of the people and is irrevocably committed to doing everything within its powers to address the observed ills, punish any offending officers and promote a people-friendly police force.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has confirmed 148 new cases of coronavirus in the country. This brings the total number of COVID-19 infections recorded in the country so far to 60,982.The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) in a tweet on its official handle, showed that the 148 new cases were reported from 14 states.Lagos had sixty-six cases, FCT had twenty-five cases, Oyo had thirteen cases, Plateau had eleven cases, Kaduna had seven cases, Rivers had six cases, Ebonyi had five cases, Ekiti and Ogun had four cases each, Imo and Ondo had two cases each, Edo, Nasarawa and Taraba had one case each.A total of 52,194 persons have recovered from the virus while the death toll now stands at 1,116.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of N639.901 billion September 2020 federation account revenue to the Federal, States, and Local Government Councils and agencies.This was announced the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Finance, Alhaji Aliyu Ahmed after the physical meeting of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) for the month of October held at the Federal Ministry of Finance headquarters, Abuja.The total distributable revenue of N639.901billion comprised statutory revenue of N341.501 billion; Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of N141.858 billion; N39.542 billion from Forex Equalisation; N45 billion from Non-oil Excess Revenue and N72 billion Federal Government Intervention Revenue.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Federal Government said all prospective corps members will undergo mandatory COVID-19 tests ahead of the reopening of orientation camps nationwide.The FG said all National Youth Service Corps orientation camps would reopen effective November 10, 2020.Mr. Sani Aliyu, the National Coordinator of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, stated this during a briefing in Abuja on Thursday.He said guidelines have been developed with the NCDC (Nigeria Centre for Disease Control) and the NYSC in the preparation for the reopening of the orientation camps on the 10th of November, 2020.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

A document obtained from the US Government website showed that Nigeria has been barred from the US visa lottery application for 2022.In a 19-page document published on the website, Nigeria is the only African country barred from the visa lottery.The statement said the Department of State determines selectees through a randomized computer drawing.The Statement added that the Department of State distributes diversity visas among six geographic regions, and no single country may receive more than seven per cent of the available DVs in any one year.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has released its 2019 audited financial statement, about five months after publishing its 2018 report, which was the first in its 43-year existence.In the second audited financial statement made public on Thursday, the corporation achieved N801.3 billion reduction in its loss profile from a whopping N803 billion in 2018 to N1.7 billion in 2019. This represents a 99.7 percentage cut in its losses.The corporation said when completed, the Asa North-Ohaji South (ANOH) gas project would be able to fuel power plants to generate approximately 2,400MW of electricity for the country.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Friday said he was not quitting after tens of thousands of anti-government protesters defied a ban on demonstrations and he warned them not to persist.The ban on gatherings of more than five people was imposed early on Thursday after nearly three months of protests that have called for a reduction in the powers of King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s monarchy as well as the removal of Prayuth.Protesters defied the ban and staged one of the biggest demonstrations in Bangkok on Thursday evening.He warned people not to violate the emergency measures, threating to us the law on them If they do anything wrong.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Nigeria’s candidate for the leadership of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has called on multilateral institutions and developed countries to increase their support for low income countries, especially Africa, by providing more concessionary funding.She said this on Thursday on the sidelines of the ongoing IMF/World Bank Annual meetings, at the CNBC Debate.She also stressed the need for global collaborative efforts towards acquiring and distributing COVID-19 vaccines when they are ready.She advised the developed countries to rethink their approach to global development because as long as people in developing countries and poor nations are unsafe, nobody in the developed countries will be safe.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that Africa cannot afford a second wave of Covid-19, saying it would be devastating especially to the economy.The warning comes as infections continue to spike in many countries that have recently been easing restrictions.The health body said the virus will run out of control if African countries continued opening up without adequate interventions in place.WHO Regional Director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, also said measures are in place to ensure the continent gets its fair share of any vaccine developed.It also warned of a return to lockdowns - which the continent cannot afford.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Zimbabwe says its annual inflation rate dropped by almost 180% last month, thanks to a stringent programme that included disrupting black market currency trading and cutting government salaries.Despite the improvements, inflation remains above 600%, and food prices continue to rise.The IMF says the economy could improve further, but it warns that without greater productivity and an increase in foreign currency earnings, long-term stability will remain elusive.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

French judges have ordered that a Rwandan doctor, Eugene Rwamucyo, should be put on trial on charges of genocide and crimes against humanity.Dr Rwamucyo, who is 61 and lives in Belgium, is accused of taking part in atrocities in Butare in southern Rwanda during the 1994 genocide.The doctor's lawyer told the French news agency that his client rejected the allegations.Dr Rwamucyo is expected to appeal against the decision, which would delay the trial for a further year.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will on Friday give Britain’s response to the European Union’s demand that he either make more concessions to secure a trade deal or brace for a disorderly Brexit at the end of the year.At the Brexit summit on Thursday, the EU delivered an ultimatum saying it was concerned by a lack of progress and called on London to yield on key sticking points or embrace a rupture of ties with the bloc from Jan. 1.Britain’s chief negotiator, David Frost, said he was disappointed and surprised that the EU was no longer committed to working intensively for a deal.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

The UN's High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet has condemned a recently signed law in Nigeria's Kaduna state that introduced tough penalties for convicted rapists.The law says males convicted of raping a child under the age of 14 should be surgically castrated and given the death penalty. Female adults convicted of raping a child will face salpingectomy (removal of fallopian tubes) and death.Ms Bachelet said evidence had shown that the certainty of punishment deters crime, rather than its severity.She added that Surgical castration and salpingectomy violate the absolute prohibition of torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment under international human rights law.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

Meet Ekua.PM (also known by her initials EPM). She hosts a podcast called Afrolit, highlighting the stories of metropolitan Africans, like herself. Ekua's also a media personality, a DJ, and co-founded her own collective called The Faro, known for curating fun cultural experiences for the public and private sector, having worked with Africa Fashion Week, OkayAfrica and Global Citizen. Rich and Ekua sit down and have a joyful discussion about her journey and upbringing, the differences between East and West Africans, similarities in the ways immigrants parents raise their kids, and what it means to be a "Third Culture Kid". Check out FirstGenBurden.com for all the episodes. Follow us @firstgenburden and Rich Tu / @rich_tu Recorded at Listening Party (@listeningpartypresents and @canalstreetmarket) Thanks DesGin for their support. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/firstgenburden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/firstgenburden/support