Podcasts about Ivorian

We're kicking things off with exciting news — you can now send us a voice message directly through our website to join the conversation! Got a hot take, a question, or just want to say hi? We want to hear from you!: https://blackspinglobal.com/#:~:text=Join%20the%20conversation In this episode, we discuss how Naomi Osaka is back in the winner's circle, capturing the Saint-Malo title — her first since becoming a mom and her first since the 2021 Australian Open. Eliakim Coulibaly makes history as the first Ivorian to win a Challenger title — and in his home country, no less!  We break down the Madrid Open with Lucy sharing her experience on-site — from Coco Gauff's strong run to the final to Aryna Sabalenka's consistent excellence this season. Shoutout to Gabriel Diallo, who made the quarterfinals as a lucky loser, now jumping up to World No. 53! In tennis news: Jannik Sinner is back after his 3-month ban, and rising star Tyra Grant announces she's switching from the USA to represent Italy, her country of birth. We wrap things up with early takeaways from the Rome Open. Rate, review and share on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Audioboom. And join the conversation on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and Bluesky. For daily tennis updates:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackspinglobal Twitter:  https://twitter.com/BlackSpinGlobal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackspinglobal Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/blackspinglobal.bsky.social GET OUR MERCH HERE: https://blackspinglobal.com/collections

Catherine Byaruhanga, presenter and correspondent for the BBC News Channel, speaks to Tidjane Thiam, the main opposition leader in the Ivory Coast. Mr Thiam is a former CEO of Credit Suisse, with a lengthy and successful career in the financial sector abroad. Now, he wishes to stand for the Ivory Coast presidency - but his candidacy has been blocked by an Ivorian court. It has ruled he cannot run as he was not an Ivorian citizen when he registered on the electoral roll. Tidjane Thiam says the decision is politically motivated, a claim firmly rejected by the government of the Ivory Coast. But he is defending his right to run.Despite years of civil war since the turn of the century, Ivory Coast has a high level of income compared to its neighbours. But Mr Thiam believes more can be done to attract investment and to boost business - and that he has the financial expertise and contacts to make it happen.The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC. You can listen on the BBC World Service, Mondays and Wednesdays at 0700 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out twice a week on BBC Sounds, Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Presenter: Catherine Byaruhanga Producers: Lucy Sheppard, Madeleine Drury Editor: Max DevesonGet in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.

Ivory Coast's main opposition leader Tidjane Thiam has been struck off the electoral list. The judiciary has declared he is ineligible to run in October's presidential election due to his citizenship. Tidjane Thiam also held French citizenship which he renounced in order to run for the presidency. A court this week argued, that the former Credit Suisse boss forfeited his Ivorian nationality when he acquired French citizenship in 1987. We'll get analysisAlso, did past African National Congress party (ANC) governments in South Africa interfere with investigation and prosecution of apartheid-era crimes? President Cyril Ramaphosa has set up an inquiry. How will it work?And, how does money laundering work, what is a 'grey list' and how do countries can get off it?Presenter: Charles Gitonga Technical Producer: Jack Graysmark Producers: Tom Kavanagh and Nyasha Michelle in London and Richard Kagoe in Nairobi Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

In the latest episode of the Obi One Podcast, John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy track down one of the greatest midfielders of his generation. A treble winner with Barcelona and one of the catalysts for Manchester City's recent dominance. It's Yaya Touré. Hailed by John as ‘the most complete African footballer to ever grace the Premier League, Touré cuts a laid back figure as he opens up on his early days at Barcelona, and how set about adapting to the demands of playing for ‘Més que un club', which included a reluctant date with a certain Cristiano Ronaldo. Touré also gives his verdict on Pep Guardiola's role in changing the game as we know it, reveals just how close he came to joining his ‘dream club' Arsenal and lifts the lid on his relationship with fellow Ivorian, Didier Drogba. And there's a bombshell admission to boot as well as he reveals the shock club he almost joined before land. https://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA== https://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Emmanuel Agbadou scared of anyone in the Premier League? Find out from the Ivorian defender himself on today's Wolves Express, as well as from Wolves Academy's Natalie Scates on how the club have paid tribute to former goalkeeper Matija Sarkic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US this week announced that it would revoke the visas of all South Sudanese passport holders. This was in reaction, to the refusal by immigration authorities at Juba international airport to accept a deported individual. Who is the man at the heart of the dispute and what options does South Sudan have?Also, why campaigners in South Africa are concerned over the use of hazardous pesticides and worker safety on farmsAnd the Ivorian beauty pageant that has banned wigs and hair extensions. Is this a good idea or not? Presenter: Audrey Brown Technical Producer: Philip Bull Producers: Patricia Whitehorn and Bella Hassan in London. Daniel Dadzie in Ghana. Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

Episode 228: "Lagos 2 Crazy"In this episode of Submarine and A Roach, Nigeria's funniest podcast and Nigeria's #1 comedy podcast, hosts Tmt and Koj are joined by the exceptionally talented Ua.x—a singer, songwriter, performer, dancer, producer, director, filmmaker, and one of Nigeria's top location scouts.The episode kicks off with a discussion on mental health, framed as a transactional process where individuals accumulate "mental health points" on good days to utilize during challenging times.Koj presents his "Premise of the Week," asserting that religion is inherently transactional and expressing fatigue over the pretense that it isn't. This leads to a conversation about how many perceive God's existence through answered prayers or explicit denials, noting that the silence accompanying unanswered prayers can challenge one's faith. Koj humorously mentions wishing he had witnessed King Belshazzar's feast, where a divine hand appeared, as such an event would have solidified his faith unequivocally.The discussion naturally transitions to the scorching Lagos heat, humorously likened to hell. Tmt shares an anecdote about narrowly avoiding an accident, only to realize he had swerved to miss a Rolls Royce, prompting immediate regret.The hosts then delve into a captivating conversation with the recently married Ua.x, who recently released a video for his single "Lagos2Crazy." Ua.x recounts how the song came to him during a serene walk in Abuja amidst the pandemic, contrasting with Lagos's typical chaos. He also directed Burna Boy's latest music video for "Update," leading to a discussion about his journey in the Nigerian music industry.Koj and Ua.x reminisce about their university days, recalling their early music collaborations. Koj fondly remembers providing Ua.x with a pirated version of Final Cut Pro just before Ua.x ventured into video production—a journey that has now led him to direct a video for Koj's personal G.O.A.T.Ua.x candidly discusses his directorial journey, acknowledging the on-the-job learning curve and the humble beginnings of his initial productions. Musically, he credits Styl-Plus for inspiring his desire to create music and P-Square's "Game Over" album for fueling his passion for dynamic performances.Tmt shares his experience attending a St. Patrick's Day celebration in Lagos, sparking a conversation about the similarities between the Nigerian, Irish, and Ivorian flags. This leads to a humorous debate about alcohol preferences, with Koj revealing his aversion to BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) liquors in favor of white liquors, prompting Tmt to quip, "He don't want no D.E.I. in his D.U.I."The trio explores what differentiates those who achieve significant success from equally talented peers, referencing Anthony Mackie's recent discussion about the pivotal role of being "hand-selected" in an artist's breakthrough.Koj reflects on the humbling experience of his best joke falling flat for the first time, and Ua.x concludes the episode by listing famous music videos he has directed for renowned artists.Tune in to this episode filled with insightful discussions, personal anecdotes, and the signature humor that defines Submarine and A Roach. Don't forget to check out Ua.x's latest album, "Love and Hustle": https://open.spotify.com/album/28UnTAsmLHRV708ogPuL4D

The embassy of Ivory Coast in South Africa is preparing to host the first ever International Francophonie Day. The cultural event is set to put under the spotlight Ivorian gastronomy with ATTIEKE a local dish that is served around the world and is on UNESCO's list of cultural heritage of humanity, in the limelight. To tell us more about this historic event, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Pandora Mabai, Communications Consultant for the Ivorian embassy....

Mangroves are money-makers in coastal Côte d'Ivoire. And the fish you can cook with the smoke from their branches are delicious. But the very practice of cutting down the trees to burn put the fish in danger. So people like Jean-Claude Kaké have had to make a choice: Do you keep cutting the trees to make money in order to feed your family? Or do you forgo the cash for a future that might take years to appear?  Finding the answer has not been easy for people in Dabéda and Niani, in the Sassandra region in the west of Cote d'Ivoire. And their choices have meant sacrifice.  So meet the people behind the decisions, from Serge Doutché, who founded an NGO to protect the mangroves, to Ève Inago, who is weighing the education of her children with a future for her children.  Produced and written by Jack Wilson.  Edited by Tara Sprickerhoff. Hosted by Ivy Prosper  More about Nature Answers: Rural Stories from a Changing Planet at farmradio.org/natureanswersThis is a Farm Radio International podcast produced thanks to funding from the Government of Canada.

Ian Irving might have been glad of a day off, very glad indeed, were it not for Amad's late show at Old Trafford on Thursday night. He became Manchester United's second youngest hat-trickster after Wayne Rooney and their first since Cristiano Ronaldo. While the 22 year-old Ivorian has a long way to achieve the stature of those two players, he is well on his way to becoming a cult hero and is a shining light at a time when things are still not going to plan; the first 75 minutes of this game saw Southampton, yes Southampton, good value for a one-nil advantage. Brighton are next and, while they got their first win in nine Premier League games at Ipswich, they have a very good record against United in recent times. Meanwhile, on the transfer front, no news is both good news and bad news. Tickets to the live show at London's Leicester Square Theatre on 17th March can be purchased here: https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/talk-of-the-devils-live/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Irving might have been glad of a day off, very glad indeed, were it not for Amad's late show at Old Trafford on Thursday night. He became Manchester United's second youngest hat-trickster after Wayne Rooney and their first since Cristiano Ronaldo.While the 22 year-old Ivorian has a long way to achieve the stature of those two players, he is well on his way to becoming a cult hero and is a shining light at a time when things are still not going to plan; the first 75 minutes of this game saw Southampton, yes Southampton, good value for a one-nil advantage.Brighton are next and, while they got their first win in nine Premier League games at Ipswich, they have a very good record against United in recent times. Meanwhile, on the transfer front, no news is both good news and bad news.Tickets to the live show at London's Leicester Square Theatre on 17th March can be purchased here: https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/talk-of-the-devils-live/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wolves have made their first signing of 2025 as Ivorian defender Emmanuel Agbadou arrives at Molineux from French side Stade de Reims. Listen exclusively to the Old Gold's newest recruit on today's episode of Wolves Express. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ivory Coast has confirmed, French troops stationed in the region for decades, will begin withdrawing from Ivorian soil this month. This marks another shift in the growing trend across West Africa, where France is seeing a reduction in their military presence.  An analyst explains  the genesis of this resentment.Also, French President Emmanuel Macron was recently heckled during his visit to cyclone-hit Mayotte.  What's France's relationship with Mayotte?And will the rights of the Kua people in Botswana, also known as Bushmen, be better under new President Boko Duma's government ? Presenter: Audrey Brown Producer: Sunita Nahar in London Technical Producer: Jack Graysmark Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

*) Israel strikes southern Gaza, kills at least 10 Palestinians At least ten Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in an Israeli strike on a tent sheltering displaced families in southern Gaza's Al-Mawasi area, medics report. The attack on the site, designated as a humanitarian zone in Khan Younis, also left fifteen others wounded. *) Israel's war depletes Gaza's population by 6 percent Gaza's population has dropped six-percent over fifteen-months of war, with over fifty-five-thousand presumed dead and one-hundred-thousand fleeing, reports the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics. Devastation has left twenty-two-percent of residents facing critical food insecurity, including three-thousand-five-hundred children at risk of starvation. Israel stands accused of genocide, as the International Court of Justice demands action to prevent further atrocities. *) Death toll rises to 15 in New Orleans truck attack The death toll in a truck attack in New Orleans has risen to 15, according to officials and thirty-five others were wounded when the vehicle plowed into a crowd during New Year celebrations. The FBI is investigating the attack as terrorism and believes the driver, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, may not have acted alone. Authorities are investigating potential accomplices and have found evidence suggesting possible explosive devices were planted before the attack. Governor Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency and mobilised additional law enforcement. *) French troops to leave Ivory Coast in 2025 Big changes are underway in Ivory Coast as President Alassane Ouattara announces the withdrawal of French troops after decades of military presence. Starting January twenty-twenty-five, France's Port Bouet battalion will transition to Ivorian control. It is another step in West Africa's push for greater autonomy amid rising anti-French sentiment. France, now ousted from over seventy-percent of African countries where it once had troops, faces a major recalibration of its influence across the continent. *) Pakistan and India exchange nuclear facility and prisoner lists In a step towards transparency, Pakistan and India exchanged lists of nuclear facilities and prisoners, as per longstanding agreements. Pakistan shared details of two-hundred-and-sixty-six Indian prisoners, including two-hundred-and-seventeen fishermen, while India listed four-hundred-and-sixty-two Pakistani detainees, with eighty-one being fishermen. Both nations reiterated calls for swift repatriation of those who have completed sentences. Nuclear site details were exchanged under the 1988 pact, a tradition upheld since 1992.

Amad Diallo flipped a dismal derby on its head in the final ten minutes as Manchester United came from behind to win at the Etihad Stadium.Ruben Amorim took a sizeable gamble by leaving Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho out of the squad and, with Mason Mount injured after fifteen minutes, it looked to have backfired.However, the young Ivorian won a penalty which his captain put away and then latched onto a Lisandro Martinez through-ball to finish from an acute angle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amad Diallo flipped a dismal derby on its head in the final ten minutes as Manchester United came from behind to win at the Etihad Stadium. Ruben Amorim took a sizeable gamble by leaving Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho out of the squad and, with Mason Mount injured after fifteen minutes, it looked to have backfired. However, the young Ivorian won a penalty which his captain put away and then latched onto a Lisandro Martinez through-ball to finish from an acute angle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Black country music is having its moment, Hana has always wondered why her Sudanese mom loved Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton. You can hear country music playing in cafes in African capitals. There is a love of American country music among our African elders, many say they grew up with it. While for many, country music is associated with white culture and isn't relatable, for many African elders it holds a very special place in their hearts. Why? We explore the surprising histories and the appeal, and follow the story of legendary Ivorian country music duo Peter One & Jess Sah Bi.This ain't Texas. It's Africa.

This week we talk about the decisive few days in African football as the last two rounds of qualifiers for the 2025 AFCON are on.Senegal have already qualified, and we speak to their football federation president Augustin Senghor on the decision to part ways with the team's most successful coach, Aliou Cisse.Also we talk about Amad Diallo's great recent form with Manchester United, and whether the Ivorian can secure a place in the United starting line-up.And we have Stuart on Man City's slump in form.

The rise of Karim Konaté. Karim Konaté is an Ivorian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Austrian Bundesliga club Red Bull Salzburg and the Ivory Coast national team.

The Ivorian government has announced the dissolution of all student unions following the killing of two students, a crime attributed to the powerful Student and School Federation (Fesci).The group has long been accused of terrorising university campuses across the country, operating a cartel-like system and charging extortionate rents to over 5,000 unregistered students for university accommodation.During their investigation, authorities claim to have uncovered an underground tunnel used for torture and a secret brothel within Félix-Houphouët-Boigny University in Abidjan, the nation's capital.Multiple senior Fesci members have now been arrested in connection with the murders of students Khalifa Diomandé and Zigui Mars Aubin Déagoué, which occurred in August and September.The BBC's Nicolas Négoce reports on the union's vice grip on university campuses and students speak out for the first time about the culture of violence and fear.Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld WhatsApp: +44 0330 12 33 22 6 Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk Presenter: William Lee Adams Producer: Kevyah Cardoso Editor: Verity Wilde

Supporters of Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara this week said they would back his bid for a fourth term in 2025. The 82-year-old Ouattara was re-elected in 2020 following a contested election. His opponents argued then that his third term bid was a violation of the constitution. Reuter's news agency reports that Ouattara has said that he would like to step down if his rivals would also commit to withdrawing from politics. Eric Edi, an Ivorian and Executive Secretary of the Committee of Action for Cote d'Ivoire, a US-based political movement, tells VOA's James Butty, the so-called petition is an attempt by President Ouattara to flout the constitution and maintain himself in power

This week we analyse the surprise decision by the Senegal Football Federation to part ways with national team coach Aliou Cisse, after a long and successful time in charge.We also look at the Fifa ban for Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto'o, which bars him from attending any Cameroon international matches for six months.We speak to Ivorian defender Cedric Kipré, who moved to Reims in France as he hopes to make it to the Cote D'Ivoire national team.And lots on the Uefa Champions League, as Mohamed Salah becomes the highest-scoring African player in Champions League history.

As the world's top cocoa producer, Ivory Coast faces many challenges – first and foremost the fight against illegal smuggling of this "brown gold". Some cocoa farmers consider the prices set by the state for their beans far too low. They prefer to sell the fruit of their harvest to traffickers, who then resell it across the border in Guinea or Liberia at much more attractive prices. This is a major loss of revenue for the Ivorian government, which also has to deal with the challenges of traceability and deforestation. Our Ivory Coast correspondents Julia Guggenheim and Damien Koffi investigate.

We are shining the spotlight to the Ivorian singer Klod and the talented trumpet player David, who performed their version of Anita Baker's Giving You The Best That I Got.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rise of Amad Diallo. Amad Diallo, sometimes known simply as Amad, is an Ivorian professional footballer who plays as a winger or midfielder for Premier League club Manchester United and the Ivory Coast national team.

Host Robbie Thomson is joined by Ligue 1 Uber Eats world feed commentator Andy Scott and CBS Viacom's French football expert Jonathan Johnson to run the rule over an exciting two weeks of Ligue 1 Uber Eats and European football.The chaps discuss PSG's latest Ligue 1 Uber Eats title and the sudden departure of Will Still - or is it now Will No Longer? - from the Stade de Reims bench before digging into the European semi-final action that will see both PSG and OM vying for a spot in the Champions League and Europa League finals respectively.There's plenty of chat on the race for Europe and the battle to beat the drop, as well as a trip back to 2008 when unheralded Ivorian striker Amara Diané saved PSG's bacon - on the final day of the season! - and helped pave the way for the Uber-successful Qatari era.WATCH: Sochaux-PSG - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iYP8ameJR4Robbie announces the winner of our signed Terem Moffi jersey while dropping clue #1 for the final jersey of the 2023-24 season - USMNT and Monaco star Folarin Balogun, the winner of which will be announced on our blockbuster final episode of the season on 20 May! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Interview with Jeff Quartermaine, Chairman & CEO of Perseus Mining Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/perseus-mining-pru-burgeoning-production-growth-targets-in-focus-600Recording date: 12th April 2024Perseus Mining (ASX/TSX:PRU) is hitting its stride as a rising mid-tier gold producer, with a clear strategy to grow production and mine life at its West African operations while expanding into new frontiers through the Nyanzaga acquisition in Tanzania and a strategic alliance in the Arabian-Nubian Shield.In a recent interview, Chairman and CEO Jeff Quartermaine outlined Perseus' multipronged approach to create value in a rising gold price environment. While optimizing its existing Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire mines remains the core focus, Perseus is pursuing an ambitious growth agenda to boost its scale and longevity.The centerpiece is the Nyanzaga project in Tanzania, acquired from OreCorp. Quartermaine sees potential to significantly expand the mine's throughput and life compared to OreCorp's plans, targeting first production in 2025. With $450-500 million in development capex funded from its balance sheet, Nanzaga offers a clear path to growth at attractive economics.Investors will be eyeing upcoming catalysts including infill drilling to expand resources, completion of engineering and design work, and resettlement milestones. "Nyanzaga could be a lot better than people expected, just like Yaouré which also had its naysayers," Quartermaine remarked, referencing Perseus' Ivorian mine which has exceeded expectations.Equally exciting is Perseus' new frontier in the Arabian-Nubian Shield through a strategic alliance with Saudi conglomerate Ajlan Brothers. Quartermaine believes the partnership's combination of Perseus' technical expertise and Ajlan's regional clout and funding heft is a "potential game-changer" in this prospective but underexplored region.One early initiative could see the partners join forces to develop Perseus' Meyas Sand gold project in Sudan, reducing Perseus' solo risk. More broadly, Quartermaine hinted at a rich deal pipeline that could meaningfully move the needle for Perseus. "This could be a case of 2 and 2 equals 6 rather than 4 or 5."Of course, delivering from Perseus' existing mines remains the top priority. Quartermaine highlighted efforts to extend mine lives at the Edikan and Sissingué operations through near-mine exploration, cost optimization to process lower-grade ore, and expanding pits using higher gold price assumptions.With Perseus' strong track record of reserve replacement and a motivated workforce aligned to keep mines running longer, investors can have confidence in the company's base case.The pieces are falling into place for Perseus to potentially re-rate and narrow its valuation discount to peers. Quartermaine attributed the gap to outdated perceptions around its African operating base and history of short mine lives - factors the company has addressed head-on with its recent growth initiatives.As Nyanzaga advances towards production and the Ajlan partnership bears fruit, Perseus' growth potential should become more apparent. With leverage to a rising gold price and a proven team at the helm, Perseus offers a compelling risk-reward proposition for investors seeking a disciplined growth story in the gold sector.—View Perseus Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/perseus-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

On this week's show we take a look at the African players who helped Bayer Leverkusen to a sensational first-ever German Bundesliga title.Also we analyse the record revenues and viewership figures for the 2023 AFCON.And we speak to Emmanuel Agbadou, an Ivorian defender who plays for Reims in France, on his football and his faith. Plus of course, Stuart on the dramatic Uefa Champions League quarter-finals.

This week we dive into the many lives and evolving music of much-respected singer and troubadour Peter One. Coming from humble beginnings in his native Ivory Coast, One became a folk hero for creating a new type of African roots music that was the backdrop for Nelson Mandela's fight against apartheid and gained him a following around the globe.  His partnership with longtime friend Jess Sah Bi created the 1985 classic (and newly reissued) Our Garden Needs Its Flowers and at their height, saw them playing stadiums across West Africa. The two mates from Abidjan were equally inspired by Ivorian village songs as Simon and Garfunkel, Dolly Parton and American soul titans like Otis Redding - creating a unique fusion while singing in French, English and Gouro (a Mande language). Escaping the unrest of his home country where he was a history teacher, One finally came to the United States and worked as a nurse for years before diving back into his original passion for music.  At the age of 67, last year One put out his heralded return LP Come Back To Me on Verve Forecast, featuring the golden-voiced harmonies and Ivorian country-folk songs he does best, with new forays into blues, French love songs and more - featuring his old partner Jess Sah Bi and new collaborators like Allison Russell. Co-produced by Matt Ross-Spang (Jason Isbell, John Prine) with contributions from members of Wilco and Calexico, the record shows that even as he nears seventy, One is only just getting started. Last year he even made his debut at the Grand Ole' Opry. 

In the second part of arts24's Rwanda series, Eve Jackson meets a fashion designer taking the country's fashion scene to the next level. Once a model, now designer, Moses Turahirwa re-imagines traditional Rwandan forms and cultural motifs into contemporary pieces. His clients include the Ivorian footballer Didier Drogba, the Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, the Trinidadian actor Winston Duke or the Spanish actress Rossy de Palma. We meet him at the workshop of his brand Moshions to discuss Rwandan fashion, the importance of gender fluidity in his clothing and confronting taboos in his home country.

On this week's show we ask if football is a religion. We speak to Omar Beckles, the chair of the English Professional Footballers Association. Beckles talks about his Christian faith, and how it brings him stability amid the instability of being a professional player. Stuart looks at the similarities between football and religion. Also we talk about Cameroon's new coach, Belgian Marc Brys, and if the move back to a foreign coach will work. And we have an interview with Emmanuel Agbadou, an Ivorian defender who plays for Reims in France.

We look back on the career of the one-time Leeds star as he prepares to hang up his Ivorian boots after facing off against Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay.

Former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo is once more throwing his hat into the ring. He's agreed to run in next year's Presidential election. He disputed the election results, back in the 2010 poll and that led to an outbreak of civil war in 2011. Thousands died or were displaced. What are his chances, this time round? Also a recent internet outage that affected West and Central Africa was caused by a break in a submarine cable system. How do cables, deep on the ocean floor, get fixed? And we hear thoughts of Ghanaian Afrobeats star, Kuami Eugene

The rise of Odilon Kossounou. Kouakou Odilon Dorgeless Kossounou is an Ivorian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back or right-back for Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen and the Ivory Coast national team.

In Ivory Coast, former President Laurent Gbagbo over the weekend accepted the nomination of the African People's Party – Ivory Coast (PPA-CI) to stand for the 2025 elections. Gbagbo returned home in 2021 following his acquittal on war crimes charges by the International Criminal Court. Patrice Koute, a member of the PPA-CI, tells VOA's James Butty, the party demands an overhaul of the electoral list and boundaries

The rise of Ousmane Diomande. Ousmane Diomande is an Ivorian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Primeira Liga club Sporting CP and the Ivory Coast national team.

A member of the party of exiled Ivory Coast politician Guillaume Soro says Soro is ready to return home if the government can guarantee his safety. Soro, a former prime minister, was convicted and sentenced in absentia to 20 years for destabilizing the Ivorian government. He is currently in Niger where he has been granted asylum. The Ivory Coast government says Soro is free to return. President Alassane Ouattara pardoned and ordered the release of 51 people convicted of treason and other crimes on Thursday. The French news agency AFP reports that those pardoned included Kone Kamarate Souleymane, the head of protocol when Soro served as Prime Minister of Ivory Coast. Saibou Sidibe, a member of Soro's Generation and People in Solidarity (GPS) party, tells VOA's James Butty, it welcomes the pardons.

London artist and mapmaker Stephen Walter on two decades of drawing and painting “the semiotic residues of humankind,” an invitation to map an Ivorian national park (and why you should wait for the dry season before attempting this), approaching six years of work on an NYC map, interpreting Michael Drayton's 17th c. topographical poem Poly-Olbion into a 6x5 ft. folkloric tour of England and Wales, walking the territory, the origins of “north up,” the souls of places, a half-day's research to place a single label, and his vision of Utopia. See his work at stephenwalter.org In-progress map of Manhattan London Subterranea, 2012 Nova Utopia, 2013 Albion, 2016 Brexitland, 2019 Map of Comoé (La carte de la Comoé), 2019 Henry Dreyfuss's Symbol Sourcebook Jerry Brotton Gerardus Mercator Jacopo de' Barbari's 1500 View of Venice Abrahram Ortelius's 1595 map of Utopia The 1648 Klencke Atlas of England (5x5 ft.!), presented by Joannes Klencke to Charles II on his 1660 restoration to the throne John Rocque's 1746 map of London Greenwood's 1830 map of London Egbert L. Viele's 1865 Manhattan map Bodleian Library map collection Paul Noble Layla Curtis Katie Patterson Alighiero Boetti Grayson Perry Ed Fairburn Ewan David Eason Emilio Isgò Justine Smith Paula Scher Other Fabrications Need maps for your org's reports, decks, walls and events? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Map Consultancy makes real nice maps, real fast.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ See what good maps can do for you at themapconsultancy.com I have three words for you: Big. Glowing. Maps. Depending on how that makes you feel, you might like two more words: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiant Maps⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See ultra-detailed backlit maps at radiantmaps.co Time for some map gifts: get 15% off woven map blankets and backlit map decor with code 15OFF, everything ships free – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/RadiantMaps?coupon=15OFF

The Ivorian brothers hoovered up silverware, shagged in car parks and led secret double lives. From cursing managers to comparing knobs, this is the story of football's friskiest fraternity… The Kolo Toure shower photo: https://i2-prod.mirror.co.uk/incoming/article1455418.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200b/0_Kolo-Toure.jpg Sign up for our newsletter: http://www.upshot.email?utm_source=podlink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Bennett presents reaction from outside the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan after a dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final between hosts Ivory Coast and Nigeria.John gets perspective from both nations as he's joined by Ivorian football journalist Salia Dramé and Nigerian broadcaster Fisayo Dairo.Friend of the pod George Addo also drops by to give his view on the tournament.

John Bennett is joined by former Cameroon and Tottenham defender Sebastien Bassong to look ahead to the Africa Cup of Nations final between Ivory Coast and Nigeria in Abidjan.We hear from former Arsenal defender Johan Djourou on his mentoring relationship with one of the Ivorian stars of the tournament, Brighton winger Simon Adingra.We also go behind the scenes in the Nigeria camp with their ex media officer Oluwatoyin Ibitoye who is now following the team as a broadcaster.

John Bennett is joined by a host of guests to react to the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals in Ivory Coast. Ivorian football journalist Salia Dramé and Afcon broadcaster Patrick Juillard join John to assess the hosts' 1-0 win over DR Congo which sees them through to the final. We are also joined by former South African captain Dean Furman and Nigerian writer Fisayo Dairo after the Super Eagles beat Bafana Bafana on penalties.

Ivorian man, Anselme Santos apologises to his wife and kids, after going viral for asking a Senegalese lady for number during an AFCON game --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ksspod/support

On the opening day of the 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, the host nation Cote d'Ivoire took care of business in beating Guinea-Bissau, 2-0. the Ivorian midfield was dominant, however, there are still outstanding questions regarding the rest of the team. here are my thoughts after an impressive day, one of the Africa Cup of Nations.

John Bennett is joined by former DR Congo defender Gabriel Zakuani and ex South Africa captain Dean Furman as they react to hosts Ivory Coast 2-0 win over Guinea-Bissau in the opening game of the Africa Cup of Nations.The team discuss the performance from the hosts and how they could do in the rest of the tournament, as well as looking forward to match day two, which sees nations including Nigeria, Egypt and Ghana begin their campaigns.Throughout the tournament we want to hear from you. You can send us your voice notes via WhatsApp and we will play a selection of them on the show. Send a voic enote with your name, where you're from & your comment to +44 800 032 0470.

Voters in Comoros head to the polls on Sunday to elect the next president. The incumbent Azali Assoumani is seeking a fourth term, but who are his main challengers? The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicks off in the Ivorian capital, Abidjan, this Sunday, but next time hosts Kenya did not qualify for this year's tournament. Former Kenyan international Musa Otieno says the game's infrastructure in the country needs to improve. And Knives down, Gloves up, we hear from a young man with Ivorian and Guinean heritage, on the connection between good mental health and sport and why he established a boxing club after a lifechanging act of violence.

This week we discuss the second leg of the African Football League final between Wydad Casablanca and Mamelodi Sundowns. We reflect on how Rhulani Mokwena passed his toughest test with flying colors and what that means for his future. Host Maher Mezahi also justifies how he voted for Club of the Year during the 2023 CAF Awards. We also name our team of the week and highlight the performances of Ivorian defenders who could be stalwarts for the host nation at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.

We are delighted to interview Ivorian artist, social commentator and author Laetitia Ky on the FiLiA Podcast. She is a political artist known for her hair sculptures, which she uses to raise awareness about the structural inequality and oppression of women and girls. She is a one-of-a-kind artist, activist and creative voice based in the Ivory Coast. Laetitia taught herself how to use dreads and wire to challenge the way afro hair is portrayed culturally in patriarchy and how it can be used as a tool of feminist solidarity. Her unique sculptures, created using her afro hair and just wires (without specialised products), are mediated through photography and videos, and celebrate the artist's roots around themes that are often delicate and uncomfortable. She is the author of “Love and Justice: A Journey of Empowerment, Activism, and Embracing Black Beauty” and exhibits her work, to critical acclaim, around the world.Laetitia Ky speaks with FiLiA Spokeswoman Raquel Rosario Sánchez about her use of hair as a professional art medium, the political messages behind her art, the oftentimes oppressive way girls and women are treated in patriarchal society and the differences, in her view, between Global North versus Global South feminism.You can follow Laetitia Ky's groundbreaking work on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok. You can purchase her work through her gallery and find her book “Love and Justice: A Journey of Empowerment, Activism, and Embracing Black Beauty” in all excellent libraries.Buy Laetitia's book from the FiLiA Book Shop.

In this episode I have an incredibly rich dialogue with visual artist Tayo Heuser. We learned about her very unique upbringing, having grown up living multiple countries and continents. We talked about how these experiences shaped her relationship to her art and her spirituality. We talked about her interactions with Shamans at young age and how her explorations of Mosques and ancient sites influenced her curiosity with geometry and organic forms found in nature. We discuss her work and the importance of her studio being a sacred space. We also talk about the art world institutions and contemplated why some may be more inclined to feel the spiritual energy in art while others have a more difficult time. All in all it was a really engaging discussion and Tayo is such an important voice for the emerging institutional acceptance of the Spiritual in art. -------------------------------------------------------- Tayo Heuser was born in Washington D.C. but raised in North, East and West Africa. She returned to the United States to attend college at the Rhode Island School of Design. In Tunisia Heuser wandered the ruins of Carthage admiring the vast expanses of the former Roman market place and baths, along with the Roman mosaics still embedded in the ground. The Great Mosque of Kairouan with its horseshoe arches and Islamic tiles were mesmerizing.  Thus began her interest in the geometry used to create patterns. The visual experiences would continue to inform her artwork for years to come. Libya and the Sudan would also influence her work not only for the Roman ruins but her voyages through the Sahara. The night sky and infinite horizon of the desert would be imprinted on her mind. The other end of the spectrum from the stillness of the desert would be in the Ivory Coast. Heuser would revel in the vibrant color of the textiles worn by the Ivorian people along with the varied and abundant vegetation.  Often a friend would drive her into the bushland to meet with shamans.  Heuser is a world citizen. Her identity transcends her geography and political borders. Her art work is a confluence of her cultural experiences both visual and spiritual. Her paintings are like portals in that they represent a world of infinite possibilities. There is time for reflectivity and timeless tranquility. They create a heightened perception of the world we live in. They are passageways between her interior and exterior worlds like a spiritual excavation. Her work addresses the central theme of cosmic balance between light and darkness, spirit and matter.  Heuser has had a yearlong exhibition at the Phillips Collection in Washington D.C. as well as participating in group shows there and at the Weatherspoon Museum, the Rhode Island School of Design Museum, the University Art Museum at Long Beach California and the Chazan Museum of Art. Her work has been exhibited internationally. Most recently at Space 776 in NYC presently her work is featured at the Phillips Collection Entrance Lobby (2023) and at the Chateau de Fernelmont in Belgium. Heuser participated in an exhibition with the Jamestown Arts Center in 2021 and in 2020 with Jason Jacques gallery in San Francisco (Fog Design +Art 2020), Odetta gallery in NYC amongst others.  Her most recent solo exhibitions (2018 ) were at The UMass Dartmouth Gallery, MA and The Jamestown Art Center in RI (2016 ) Heuser's work is in the permanent collection of The RISD Museum, Providence RI, The Weatherspoon Museum, Greensboro, NC, The Hammer Museum Los Angeles, CA, and The Phillips Collection, Washington D.C.. Other collections, amongst others, include the American Embassy in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the Leeds Foundation Philadelphia, PA, and the Werner Kramarsky Collection NYC. Heuser's work has been featured in publications including, The Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, Art New England, Artscope, The Boston Herald, La Libre Magazine, Le Soir and the Washington Post. http://www.tayoheuser.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martin-l-benson/support

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