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What's the price to save a human life? We examine the monumental legacy of the U.S. President's Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) with journalist Jon Cohen, who traveled to Eswatini and Lesotho to learn how cuts under the Trump Administration are hitting people at the clinic door. Related episodes: The gutting of USAID How USAID cuts hurts farmers For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The Trump administration has cut funding to programs that provide direct aid to communities affected by HIV and AIDS. That includes the dismantling of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), which provides much of the funding to AIDS relief efforts abroad. Science Magazine Senior Correspondent Jon Cohen reported on how two countries in southern Africa, Eswatini and Lesotho, have been impacted by cuts so far, and how community members and health providers are navigating these challenges. San Diego is home to one of the leading HIV vaccine research efforts in the country, the Consortium for HIV/AIDS Vaccine Development, but its funding is now at risk due to the administration's spending cuts. We hear from one researcher about what that could mean for the future of a HIV vaccine. Guests: Jon Cohen, senior correspondent, Science Dennis Burton, co-lead of the Consortium for HIV/AIDS Vaccine Development, Scripps Research

Jon Cohen, senior correspondent with Science, reports on how countries that suffer high rates of HIV/AIDS are coping now that USAID funding has dried up, and how local governments, especially in places like Lesotho, are attempting to figure out solutions. Plus, Wafaa El-Sadr, MD, Columbia University professor of epidemiology and medicine and director of ICAP, a global health center at the school of public health, discusses ICAP's work in implementing PEPFAR (the President's Emergency Plan for AIDs Relief) in sub-Saharan Africa, and discusses the future of PEPFAR under the Trump administration.

Nations that once relied on USAID funding to combat the spread of HIV and AIDS have been impacted by President Trump's cuts to the program. On Today's Show:Jon Cohen, senior correspondent with Science, reports on how countries that suffer high rates of HIV/AIDS are coping now that USAID funding has dried up, and how local governments, especially in places like Lesotho, are attempting to figure out solutions. Plus, Wafaa El-Sadr, MD, director of ICAP at Columbia University, professor of epidemiology and medicine at Columbia Mailman School of Public Health, executive vice president of Columbia Global, and lead of the New York City Preparedness & Response Institute, discusses ICAP's HIV/AIDS treatment under the Trump administration.

Episode 227 — a turning point not just in our nation's past, but in the arc of 19th-century global history. For soon, the earth will yield its glittering secret — the diamond — and with it, fortunes will rise, empires will stir, and the southern tip of Africa will be irrevocably transformed. But before we reach that seismic revelation, we journey first into the twilight of a king's life — to the basalt crown of Thaba Bosiu, where Moshoeshoe, the great architect of Basotho unity, faced the gravest challenge yet to his people's survival. The year is 1864, and a new figure steps onto the veldt's political stage — Johannes Brand, recently elected President of the Orange Free State. With his arrival came the end of internecine Boer squabbles. Now, unity of purpose would drive their ambitions — and that purpose turned toward Lesotho's land. Brand lost little time invoking Article 2 of the Treaty of Aliwal North — a clause etched into colonial parchment, defining the boundary between Free State territory and Moshoeshoe's realm. He wanted it honoured, and in the Boers' favour. The British High Commissioner, Philip Wodehouse — successor to Sir George Grey — responded, dispatching Aliwal North's Civil Commissioner, John Burnet, to parley with Moshoeshoe. There, among the towering ramparts of Thaba Bosiu, Burnet argued the line was law — the Warden Line, drawn in 1858, marked Moshoeshoe's northern limit. Yet Basotho families still tilled and dwelt across it. Not out of defiance, but memory — for those lands were ancestral, soaked in history and spirit. To demand a retreat across the Caledon River would have meant inciting his own chiefs, rupturing the very fabric of the Basotho world. Brand, determined to halt the Basotho's slow advance toward Harrismith and Winburg, convened the Volksraad. A special session summoned Governor Wodehouse, pleading for intervention to preserve peace — or impose it. By October 1864, Wodehouse had the contested boundary beaconed. But in a private memorandum — shaped by voices like Burnet's — he concluded what Moshoeshoe already knew in his bones: no treaty or beacon could reconcile the irreconcilable. For the Free State clung to the ink of 1858 — a document where Moshoeshoe had affixed his name to the Warden Line. But treaties are made on paper — and people live on land. On the 14th of November, Moshoeshoe called a *pitso* — a major assembly of his chiefs. It was a moment to speak freely, to vent frustration, and to wrestle with the reality of what lay ahead. In the end, they publicly committed to accepting Wodehouse's ruling. Molapo and Mopeli, though reluctant, began evacuating their villages. In the days that followed, a steady stream of men, women, and children made their way south — driving cattle, carrying bundles of corn, and taking with them whatever possessions they could manage. When Moshoeshoe appealed to President Brand for time to let Molapo's people finish harvesting, Brand agreed. They stayed through the summer, gathering the last of their crops, and left again in February 1865. By then, the land was quiet. According to British reports — and Moshoeshoe's own understanding — the disputed territory now stood empty of Basotho. But what neither he nor the British authorities knew was that the Boers were not content to leave it at that. A commando had already been mustered — eager to erase the memory of their defeat in 1858, and ready to strike. South Africa's history is marked by sudden turns — moments of violence, moments of discovery. Buried treasure, both literal and political, lies hidden until, almost by accident, it surfaces. Often, it's not strategy or foresight, but chance — a misstep, a stray decision — that reveals the vast wealth beneath. While the Boers and the Basotho were locked in brutal conflict, fighting for control of fertile valleys and mountain strongholds, something altogether different was unfolding a short distance away. A diamond would be discovered.

Episode 227 — a turning point not just in our nation's past, but in the arc of 19th-century global history. For soon, the earth will yield its glittering secret — the diamond — and with it, fortunes will rise, empires will stir, and the southern tip of Africa will be irrevocably transformed. But before we reach that seismic revelation, we journey first into the twilight of a king's life — to the basalt crown of Thaba Bosiu, where Moshoeshoe, the great architect of Basotho unity, faced the gravest challenge yet to his people's survival. The year is 1864, and a new figure steps onto the veldt's political stage — Johannes Brand, recently elected President of the Orange Free State. With his arrival came the end of internecine Boer squabbles. Now, unity of purpose would drive their ambitions — and that purpose turned toward Lesotho's land. Brand lost little time invoking Article 2 of the Treaty of Aliwal North — a clause etched into colonial parchment, defining the boundary between Free State territory and Moshoeshoe's realm. He wanted it honoured, and in the Boers' favour. The British High Commissioner, Philip Wodehouse — successor to Sir George Grey — responded, dispatching Aliwal North's Civil Commissioner, John Burnet, to parley with Moshoeshoe. There, among the towering ramparts of Thaba Bosiu, Burnet argued the line was law — the Warden Line, drawn in 1858, marked Moshoeshoe's northern limit. Yet Basotho families still tilled and dwelt across it. Not out of defiance, but memory — for those lands were ancestral, soaked in history and spirit. To demand a retreat across the Caledon River would have meant inciting his own chiefs, rupturing the very fabric of the Basotho world. Brand, determined to halt the Basotho's slow advance toward Harrismith and Winburg, convened the Volksraad. A special session summoned Governor Wodehouse, pleading for intervention to preserve peace — or impose it. By October 1864, Wodehouse had the contested boundary beaconed. But in a private memorandum — shaped by voices like Burnet's — he concluded what Moshoeshoe already knew in his bones: no treaty or beacon could reconcile the irreconcilable. For the Free State clung to the ink of 1858 — a document where Moshoeshoe had affixed his name to the Warden Line. But treaties are made on paper — and people live on land. On the 14th of November, Moshoeshoe called a *pitso* — a major assembly of his chiefs. It was a moment to speak freely, to vent frustration, and to wrestle with the reality of what lay ahead. In the end, they publicly committed to accepting Wodehouse's ruling. Molapo and Mopeli, though reluctant, began evacuating their villages. In the days that followed, a steady stream of men, women, and children made their way south — driving cattle, carrying bundles of corn, and taking with them whatever possessions they could manage. When Moshoeshoe appealed to President Brand for time to let Molapo's people finish harvesting, Brand agreed. They stayed through the summer, gathering the last of their crops, and left again in February 1865. By then, the land was quiet. According to British reports — and Moshoeshoe's own understanding — the disputed territory now stood empty of Basotho. But what neither he nor the British authorities knew was that the Boers were not content to leave it at that. A commando had already been mustered — eager to erase the memory of their defeat in 1858, and ready to strike. South Africa's history is marked by sudden turns — moments of violence, moments of discovery. Buried treasure, both literal and political, lies hidden until, almost by accident, it surfaces. Often, it's not strategy or foresight, but chance — a misstep, a stray decision — that reveals the vast wealth beneath. While the Boers and the Basotho were locked in brutal conflict, fighting for control of fertile valleys and mountain strongholds, something altogether different was unfolding a short distance away. A diamond would be discovered.

Snowy weather conditions are expected along the Lesotho border and western parts of the Free State, as South Africa grapples with ongoing freezing weather conditions. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC reporter, Ishmael Modiba and Lehlohonolo Thobela; Forecaster at the South African Weather Service

The years between 1865 and 1870 would bring a tangle of new challenges for the people of the south. Drought gripped the land with merciless fingers in 1865 and 1866, only to return with cruel insistence between 1868 and 1869. Livelihoods withered, landscapes turned brittle. And yet, amid the dust and desolation, there was a glint of promise on the horizon, a hint of glitter in the forecast. British Kaffraria — that volatile strip of land east of the Kei — had been the stage for repeated wars between the British Empire and the amaXhosa. By 1866, the inevitable had come to pass: the territory was formally annexed to the Cape. This was not a popular move in the Cape Parliament. Most members balked at the idea, not out of principle, but pocket — British Kaffraria was a drain on the Treasury, propped up entirely by funds from London. The Cape, in its self-conscious autonomy, wanted no part in the bill. But Attorney General William Porter reminded his fellow parliamentarians that their indignation was selective. The Cape itself, he said, could not “talk big and look big” when its own house was being kept warm with British money. Independence in name meant little, he warned, if the machinery of government still ticked by the grace of Empire coin. But before the ink was dry on the annexation, another, more immediate matter took precedence — the fate of the amaMfengu, along with the amaNgqika and amaGqunukhwebe. The structures of amaXhosa political authority had already been dismantled within British Kaffraria. Now, as the imperial tide rolled further inland, it was the amaMfengu who found themselves repositioned — this time as subjects to be moved, their loyalty rewarded not with land, but with a fresh dislocation. Soon, the area around Butterworth became an amaMfengu stronghold. Many local amaXhosa were absorbed into their ambit — politically subdued or socially assimilated. For the British, this migration had a twofold effect. It removed thousands of Black residents from British Kaffraria, freeing up land under Crown control. And it advanced a broader goal: clearing the way for the Cape Parliament to annex the territory, albeit reluctantly and under pressure from Westminster. Just to flick the future switch for a moment — Back to the Future, in 2003, a constellation of dignitaries descended on Phokeng for the coronation of Kgosi Leruo Molotlegi of the Bafokeng. That's near Rustenberg just for clarity. Among them were Nelson Mandela, Mangosuthu Buthelezi, First Lady Zanele Mbeki, and the Queen Mother of Lesotho. A drought pressed down on the land in 2003, dry and unforgiving, but the dusty heat did little to mute the occasion's quiet grandeur. For a small nation to command such presence — to draw the gaze of the region's most prominent figures — spoke to something more than mere ceremonial gravity. It hinted at a deeper, long-cultivated influence. This is the story of how the Bafokeng came to be recognised as one of South Africa's most quietly successful peoples — not by avoiding the tides of history, but by learning, early on, how to navigate them. From their dealings with the Boers and Paul Kruger, to their survival under apartheid's grip, the Bafokeng carved a path few expected — and fewer still understood. There's an almost whispered history here, a counterpoint to the dominant narrative of dispossession and defeat. The Bafokeng lived on land of consequence long before that significance was measured in ounces of platinum. It wasn't until the metal was prised from the earth beneath their feet that the rest of the country — and eventually, the world — began to pay attention. But the roots of their agency run deeper, older. They reach back to a time when Paul Kruger was still cobbling together unity among the Voortrekkers, long before his epic confrontations with the British had begun.

The years between 1865 and 1870 would bring a tangle of new challenges for the people of the south. Drought gripped the land with merciless fingers in 1865 and 1866, only to return with cruel insistence between 1868 and 1869. Livelihoods withered, landscapes turned brittle. And yet, amid the dust and desolation, there was a glint of promise on the horizon, a hint of glitter in the forecast. British Kaffraria — that volatile strip of land east of the Kei — had been the stage for repeated wars between the British Empire and the amaXhosa. By 1866, the inevitable had come to pass: the territory was formally annexed to the Cape. This was not a popular move in the Cape Parliament. Most members balked at the idea, not out of principle, but pocket — British Kaffraria was a drain on the Treasury, propped up entirely by funds from London. The Cape, in its self-conscious autonomy, wanted no part in the bill. But Attorney General William Porter reminded his fellow parliamentarians that their indignation was selective. The Cape itself, he said, could not “talk big and look big” when its own house was being kept warm with British money. Independence in name meant little, he warned, if the machinery of government still ticked by the grace of Empire coin. But before the ink was dry on the annexation, another, more immediate matter took precedence — the fate of the amaMfengu, along with the amaNgqika and amaGqunukhwebe. The structures of amaXhosa political authority had already been dismantled within British Kaffraria. Now, as the imperial tide rolled further inland, it was the amaMfengu who found themselves repositioned — this time as subjects to be moved, their loyalty rewarded not with land, but with a fresh dislocation. Soon, the area around Butterworth became an amaMfengu stronghold. Many local amaXhosa were absorbed into their ambit — politically subdued or socially assimilated. For the British, this migration had a twofold effect. It removed thousands of Black residents from British Kaffraria, freeing up land under Crown control. And it advanced a broader goal: clearing the way for the Cape Parliament to annex the territory, albeit reluctantly and under pressure from Westminster. Just to flick the future switch for a moment — Back to the Future, in 2003, a constellation of dignitaries descended on Phokeng for the coronation of Kgosi Leruo Molotlegi of the Bafokeng. That's near Rustenberg just for clarity. Among them were Nelson Mandela, Mangosuthu Buthelezi, First Lady Zanele Mbeki, and the Queen Mother of Lesotho. A drought pressed down on the land in 2003, dry and unforgiving, but the dusty heat did little to mute the occasion's quiet grandeur. For a small nation to command such presence — to draw the gaze of the region's most prominent figures — spoke to something more than mere ceremonial gravity. It hinted at a deeper, long-cultivated influence. This is the story of how the Bafokeng came to be recognised as one of South Africa's most quietly successful peoples — not by avoiding the tides of history, but by learning, early on, how to navigate them. From their dealings with the Boers and Paul Kruger, to their survival under apartheid's grip, the Bafokeng carved a path few expected — and fewer still understood. There's an almost whispered history here, a counterpoint to the dominant narrative of dispossession and defeat. The Bafokeng lived on land of consequence long before that significance was measured in ounces of platinum. It wasn't until the metal was prised from the earth beneath their feet that the rest of the country — and eventually, the world — began to pay attention. But the roots of their agency run deeper, older. They reach back to a time when Paul Kruger was still cobbling together unity among the Voortrekkers, long before his epic confrontations with the British had begun.

Po měsíci na cestě má cestovatel a fotograf Tadeáš Šíma v nohách už tisíce kilometrů a teď poprvé během své cesty překročil hranice do jiného afrického státu. K tomu, aby mohl pokračovat v cestě do „království v oblacích“, jak se Lesothu někdy přezdívá, potřeboval jedno razítko od úřadů z každé strany hranice, a hlavně spoustu odhodlání nedat se zastrašit velkým převýšením.Všechny díly podcastu Seriál Radiožurnálu můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Wie sieht die Zukunft des Welthandels aus? Welche Chancen hat der regelbasierte Austausch von Wirtschaftsgütern in einer Welt, in der die Großen den Kleinen die Rahmenbedingungen diktieren? Und welche Folgen hat das für die Verteilung des Wohlstands in unserer Welt? Ralph Ossa, Chefökonom der WTO, bei "Wirtschaft im Gespräch."

Mothers in Lesotho are campaigning against a needle sharing method which exposes drug users to the risks of HIV and other diseases, taking root in the country. What is 'bluetoothing' or 'hotspotting'?Also, the wider impact of the rising Islamist attacks in West Africa And why do people choose Hunger strikes as a form of protest, and are they effective?Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Bella Hassan and Yvette Twagiramariya Technical Producer: Nick Randell Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

In this episode, Michael speaks with Maron Greenleaf, assistant professor of anthropology at Dartmouth College. They discuss Maron's recently published book, Forest Lost: Producing Green Capitalism in the Brazilian Amazon, in which she examines a set of carbon offset programs in the Brazilian state of Acre. Unlike traditional forest commodities that require extraction, carbon offsets monetize forest protection by paying communities to keep carbon stored in standing trees. Based on extensive ethnographic fieldwork, Maron describes how forest carbon markets and offsets can be unexpectedly inclusive, providing economic opportunities for marginalized communities, while simultaneously reinforcing some of the inequalities they claim to address. Maron uses this study to illuminate broader questions about whether market-based solutions can effectively address environmental crises. Her work suggests that while green capitalism offers compelling possibilities for reconciling economic growth with environmental protection, it also reproduces some of the structural problems inherent in capitalist systems. References:   Maron's website: https://www.marongreenleaf.com/forest-lost   Greenleaf, M. (2024). Forest Lost: Producing Green Capitalism in the Brazilian Amazon. Duke University  Press. https://dukeupress.edu/forest-lost   Ferguson, J. (1994). The anti-politics machine:'development', depoliticization and bureaucratic power in  Lesotho. University of Minnesota Press.   Ferguson, J. (2015). Give a Man a Fish: Reflections on the New Politics of Distribution. Duke University Press.

This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at https://pneumasolutions.com/ and enter to win a free subscription at doubletaponair.com/subscribe! Get an inside look at the Inclusive Africa Conference 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya. Discover powerful conversations on assistive technology, education, accessibility, and the future of disability inclusion across the continent.In this special episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece bring you exclusive interviews from the Inclusive Africa Conference in Nairobi. Julius Mbura, known online as Julio Supercharged, shares his role in youth advocacy and assistive tech innovation in Kenya, as well as the significance of the newly passed Disability Act of 2025.Namibian artist and activist Alvarita Benedito discusses stigmatization, lack of educational inclusion, and her creative journey from music to TikTok advocacy. Also, Lesotho's Refiloehape Sesinyi offers a deeply personal perspective on educational inequality, gender-based barriers, and youth empowerment, emphasizing the need for technology and policy to drive inclusion.Chapters00:00 - Introduction00:22 - Coverage of Inclusive Africa Conference05:43 - Interview with Julius Mbura from Kenya21:48 - Interview with Alvarita Benedito, Singer/Songwriter from Namibia35:35 - Sign up for the newsletter36:34 - Sponsor: Pneuma Solutions38:21 - Interview with Refiloehape Sesinyi, disability rights advocate from Lesotho56:11 - Final thoughts and more to comeRelevant LinksJulio Supercharged YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JulioSuperchargeAlvara on TikTok & Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alvara.musicDouble Tap Newsletter: https://doubletaponair.com/subscribe Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

The head of the International Red Cross has told the BBC that what's happening in Gaza has crossed any acceptable legal or moral standard.Mirjana Spoljarić said that the situation "should shock our collective conscience". Her comments come after dozens of Palestinians were killed near new aid distribution centres. A prominent US-Israeli businessman with long experience of humanitarian missions tells us what's gone wrong with the roll-out of aid by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.Also in the programme: Six months after a botched military coup, South Korea has a new president; and we'll hear howpoverty is driving men from Lesotho to the illegal mines of neioghbouring South Africa.(Photo shows people carrying aid supplies which they received from the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip on 3 June 2025. Credit: Reuters TV)

'n Vyftig-jarige sangoma van Lesotho, Sebokoana Khounyana, het in die hof in Vanderbijlpark verskyn vir die moord met voorbedagte rade en mensehandel van die twee-jarige Kutlwano Shalaba. Die kind se ma, Kuneuwe Shalaba, staan ook tereg op 'n aanklag van moord. Die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag se woordvoerder, Lumka Mahanjana, sê die kind is vergiftig en in 'n vlak graf begrawe. Sy het bevestig borgtog is teengestaan vir beide beskuldigdes en die saak is tot Donderdag uitgestel:

This is episode 224 — the sound in the background is the weather - the other sound is the creaking of wagons as another great trek begins. We're going to trace the arc of Southern Africa's climate, beginning in the early 19th century, before turning to the decade under review — the 1860s — and following the path of the Griqua Great Trek into Nomansland. First let's get our heads around the cycles of drought and flood in southern Africa. The pernicious climate. As Professor Mike Meadows of UCT's Environmental Sciences Department observed back in 2002, South Africa's climate has long danced to an unpredictable rhythm — one marked by dramatic shifts in both rainfall and its timing. Precipitation follows a kind of cycle, yes, but one that keeps its own secrets. Some years bring bounty, others drought, and the line between the two is often sharp and sudden. The climate, in short, plays favourites with no one — and when it comes to rain, it can be maddeningly capricious. So while the calendar may promise a rainy season, it rarely tells us how generous the skies will be. The patterns are there — but the quantities? That's anyone's guess. South Africa, after all, is a land of dryness. Over 90 percent of its surface falls under what scientists call “affected drylands” — a polite term for places where water is scarce and the margins are thin. The rest? Even drier. Hyper-arid zones, where the land holds its breath and waits. And by the mid-19th century, much of this land was beginning to fray under the strain — overgrazed, overworked, slowly giving way to the long creep of degradation. South Africa's landscape is anything but simple. It's rugged, sculpted by time, with steep slopes and a dramatic stretch from the tropics to the temperate zone. But the story of our climate doesn't end on land. It's shaped by a swirling conversation between oceans and continents — a conversation held over centuries by systems with lyrical names: the Mozambique Channel Trough, the Mascarene High, the Southern Annular Mode, and the twin dipoles of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. Then there's the heavyweight — the El Niño-Southern Oscillation, or ENSO — which has long held sway over our rainfall and drought cycles. The dry was one of the motivations for another Great Trek about to take place. The Griqua's who'd been living in the transOrangia since the late 1700s began to question their position in the world. With the Boers now controlling the Free State, and Moshoeshoe powerful in Lesotho, it was time to assess their options. In 1861, the Griqua joined the list of mass migrations of the 19th Century. There had been the effect of the Mfecane, then the Voortrekkers, and now, the Griqua. Two thousand people left Philippolis to establish themselves in Nomansland, far to the east, past Moshoeshoe's land over the Drakensberg. The reason why historians like Cambridge's Robert Ross call it spectacular was the road that the Griqua cut for themselves across the high ridges of the mountains, a remarkable feat of engineering for the time.

Le Lesotho, petit royaume de 2 millions d'habitants enclavé dans l'Afrique du Sud, est menacé de 50% de taxes par l'administration Trump. C'est le pays le plus touché dans le monde après la Chine. Or, il dépend de l'industrie textile. Reportage dans des usines où ces taxes américaines font craindre le pire. De notre envoyé spécial de retour de Maseru,Nous sommes au sud de Maseru, dans une petite usine de textile en brique rouge. Et ici, quand on évoque Donald Trump, les réactions ne se font pas attendre. « Je trouve qu'il est égoïste, juge une employée, il ne pense pas à l'impact négatif de ses décisions sur notre population. »Malgré la suspension des taxes par le président américain, qui a décrété une pause pour trois mois début avril, l'avenir est particulièrement incertain, et la menace des 50% de droits de douane plane toujours sur le personnel de cette usine du Lesotho. « Ils sont stressés et inquiets, témoigne Malerai Mosotho, la manageuse. On fait de notre mieux pour les rassurer. On les réunit et on leur parle. Mais si, du jour au lendemain, on avait 50% de taxes, ce serait un vrai désastre ici. On devrait renvoyer des gens chez eux. »À écouter aussiLes habitants du Lesotho veulent rebondir sur le tacle de Trump et faire connaître leur pays« Soyez clément avec notre pays, notre usine, nos familles »Le stress est palpable et les visages sont fermés dans cette usine où résonne le bruit des machines à coudre et où la vapeur émane des stands de repassage. Car le marché américain représente 10% des exportations. « Le marché américain est un de nos principaux débouchés, en dollars, souligne Teboho Kobeli, le fondateur d'Afri-export-textile. On s'était particulièrement orienté vers les États-Unis depuis quelques années. Pour nous, c'est un marché d'un million de dollars par an ! »Mamohapi travaille ici depuis huit ans. « Là, je contrôle un jean qui sort du lavage. Je vérifie tout avant d'emballer », dit-elle. Mère de trois enfants, elle est inquiète : « Si je ne peux plus ramener d'argent dans mon foyer, ma famille va mourir. Tout le pays est affecté. Alors, je demande à Donald Trump ​​​​​​​: soyez clément avec notre pays, avec notre usine. Soyez clément avec nos familles ! »Un geste envers Musk pour apaiser la situationPas sûr que Donald Trump soit sensible à cette demande. Pour sauver les plus de 10 000 postes en danger, le gouvernement lésothien devra plutôt négocier. « Ces taxes, c'est une décision troublante de la part d'un grand pays que je considérais comme un symbole d'espoir, juge Mokethi Shelile, ministre du Commerce et de l'Industrie du royaume enclavé. Et ce n'est pas fondé sur la réciprocité. Nous exportons beaucoup par rapport à eux dans le cadre de l'Agoa (African Growth and Opportunity Act, le programme d'aide américain sur la croissance et les possibilités en Afrique, NDLR). Elles vendent peu chez nous. Mais nous ne sommes que deux millions d'habitants ​​​​​​​! Les entreprises américaines ne sont peut-être tout simplement pas intéressées par notre marché. »Le Lesotho a récemment accordé une licence d'exploitation à Elon Musk pour son entreprise Starlink. En faisant un pas vers le milliardaire très proche du président Trump, le royaume enclavé espère éviter des taxes trop importantes.À lire aussiLes habitants du Lesotho veulent rebondir sur le tacle de Trump et faire connaître leur pays

« Le Lesotho, un pays dont personne n'a jamais entendu parler », disait Donald Trump en mars dernier au moment de passer en revue les aides internationales américaines pour y mettre fin. Si les décisions du président américain, commerciales et humanitaires, font craindre le pire pour ce petit royaume de 2 millions d'habitants enclavé dans l'Afrique du Sud, les habitants veulent utiliser cette moquerie pour justement faire connaître leur pays et sa culture. Parce que le Lesotho, ce n'est pas seulement un pays pauvre frappé par le VIH, c'est aussi un royaume indépendant avec une histoire riche et une jeunesse urbaine dynamique. De notre envoyé spécial de retour de Maseru,Dans un café de Maseru, trois hommes partagent un verre sous un grand parasol. Ils ont évidemment entendu la phrase du président américain : « Le Lesotho est devenu viral sur les réseaux sociaux, et j'étais très heureux. Je me suis dit, "nous ne sommes pas responsables de la naïveté de Trump, mais nous serons responsables si nous n'utilisons pas cette vitrine médiatique". »La course contre-la-montre est lancée pour surfer sur cet extrait devenu viral et parler du Lesotho. Mais ici, il y a peu de musées pour raconter son histoire. Tseli Motsoane a donc lancé son propre projet d'archivage : « Nous avons des coupures de presse. Là, c'est une ancienne carte de Maseru, ici vous avez Maseru-Ouest, où nous irons plus tard. Regardez, c'est indiqué : "Refuges des militants de l'ANC". »À lire aussiLe Lesotho «choqué» après les déclarations de Donald Trump sur le paysLa jeune historienne, bonnet en laine vert sur la tête, connaît la ville comme sa poche. Elle est née ici : « Voilà l'ancien hôpital Queen Elizabeth II. On est beaucoup à être nés ici ! »Un hôpital au cœur de la ville, dans cette capitale animée d'un peu moins de 500 000 habitants. Capitale qui a accueilli de nombreux militants anti-apartheid. Un volet de l'histoire parfois oublié que Tseli Motsoane veut réhabiliter : « Là où nous sommes, c'était autrefois un quartier blanc. Parce que la ségrégation a existé ici. C'est juste que ça n'a pas été aussi loin qu'en Afrique du Sud. Et nous avons défendu nos frères et sœurs d'Afrique du Sud, jusqu'à subir des massacres au Lesotho. »« Ici, c'est le "BNP". C'était le siège du Parti national Basotho, le premier parti à être entré au gouvernement après l'indépendance. C'était leur quartier général à l'époque. Aujourd'hui, c'est un centre commercial, mais le nom n'a pas changé. »À lire aussiLe continent africain frappé par les nouvelles taxes américaines imposées par Donald TrumpLe soleil se couche sur le paysage montagneux du Lesotho, nous terminons notre visite à « Maseru-Ouest », lieu de culture où de nombreux militants sud-africains s'étaient réfugiés pendant l'Apartheid. Tseli Motsoane nous invite à la projection d'un court métrage. Là-bas, nous rencontrons Lineo, une écrivaine de Maseru : « Quand on parle de la France, on pense à la haute couture. La Suisse, c'est le chocolat. Mais quand on parle du Lesotho, c'est directement le VIH. Et maintenant, les taxes. Il n'y a donc que ça qui nous caractérise ? »À la fin du film, le jeune réalisateur est largement acclamé par son public. Loin des débats sur l'aide au développement ou sur le commerce, le Lesotho, c'est aussi ça : des jeunes déterminés avec des rêves plein la tête.

Chas & Dr Dave discuss Flight Centre Captain Trump, Putting A Leash On An Eagle, and 1990's Movie “Enhance” Technology.0:00 - Introducing: Dr Dave2:38 - Gratefuls (MLB Hall of Fame, CBO Bipartisanship)12:09 - Updates (Auspol, Eagle Ed Martin)35:17 - Saudi Tour 49:52 - Qatar Force One1:25:23 - UK + China Trade Deals1:45:10 - Stats Nugget (LA County Permits)1:46:45 - Drug Prices Exec. Order2:09:02 - The New Pope2:35:06 - White South Africans3:09:09 - Unleashed: The Habeas Corpus Comedy Hour3:41:55 - Correspondence (Ukraine, Lesotho, Trans, Arrested Judge, Contempt of Court)4:18:46 - Updates (Ozturk, Greenland)HOMEWORK:* Anders Puck Nielsen video https://bitly.cx/6imje* LA County Permit Counter - https://bitly.cx/8mgkZSHOW LINKS:*Chat with the PEPpers on the Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/WxDD2PPvaW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Maytham is joined by Mike Muller, former Director-General of the Department of Water Affairs. With decades of experience in water resource planning and governance, Muller sheds light on how such a critical project lost control — and what the consequences will be for ordinary South Africans Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Archaeologist Brian Stewart, associate professor of anthropology at the University of Michigan, has conducted research in the small southern African country of Lesotho for 15 years. There, he is investigating the world's earliest evidence of human behavioral complexity: the behaviors, actions and beliefs that make us human. Through his work, Stewart is hoping to understand how humans developed the ability to quickly adapt to a range of environments. Lesotho, with high mountains and extensive deserts, provided an ideal system in which people could test their ability to adapt and survive.Stewart joins the Michigan Minds podcast to talk about his experience with Lesotho, and how President Trump's recently announced tariffs could impact the country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dans le supplément de ce samedi, deux grands reportages consacrés aux 100 premiers jours de la gouvernance de Trump aux États-Unis. En première partie, nous verrons quels en sont les impacts en Afrique australe, puis nous reviendrons, en deuxième partie, sur l'attaque du Capitole du 6 janvier 2021. Avec nos envoyés spéciaux, revivons les espoirs de grâce, des pro-Trump les plus ultras, soulevés par le retour de leur idole à la Maison Blanche et le développement d'une véritable culture du 6 janvier. Trump à la Maison Blanche, impact particulier pour l'Afrique australeMercredi 30 avril 2025, cela fera 100 jours que Donald Trump gouverne les États-Unis, et au-delà qu'il fait frissonner la planète. Avec un tourbillon d'ordres et contre-ordres et de coups de balai. Licenciements massifs de fonctionnaires, coupes des aides internationales, augmentation des droits de douanes… des décrets signés presque quotidiennement. Stratégie du chaos pour le monde – Afrique comprise. Avant de se rendre à Maseru, capitale du Lesotho, royaume tourné en dérision par Donald Trump, direction l'Afrique du Sud, en pleine crise diplomatique avec Washington.Un Grand reportage de Valentin Hugues qui s'entretient avec Jacques Allix.Trump, le retour : attaque du Capitole, le grand pardonPlus de trois mois d'interrogation, d'inquiétude, de bouleversement pour les États-Unis et le monde. Dès l'investiture du 20 janvier 2025, le ton était donné. Oui, le redevenu président allait tenir ses folles promesses de campagne. Et oui, ses milliers de partisans qui avaient pris d'assaut le siège du Parlement, sans qu'il réagisse, allaient être graciés. Cette prise de contrôle manu militari du Capitole du 6 janvier 2021 contestait ainsi la victoire du démocrate Joe Biden. Ce reportage est une rediffusion. Un Grand reportage de David Thomson et Guillaume Naudin qui s'entretiennent avec Jacques Allix.

In this episode, Jen and Dyana sit down with endurance athlete Nora Fierman. Nora has skied and mountain biked around the entire world, including places like Mexico, Lesotho (Southern Africa), Canada, and France. She shares stories from her experience in the Breck Epic which is a 6 day mountain biking stage race in Colorado as well as a forever life-altering experience skiing Pico de Orizaba where she witnessed her first fatality in the mountains. Nora's passion for the outdoors is deep and is attributed to her childhood with her mother being the driving force. With all of her experience and love for high speed sports, Nora realized something was missing with her nutrition, so she founded Neve. Neve offers plant-based smoothie pouches for athletes which are designed with science but made for adventure. This episode is one for the adrenaline junkies who have a taste for abnormal adventures!Use code bush&banter10 for 10% off 6-packs on Neve's website!Neve's website - https://eatneve.com/Follow Neve on Instagram - @eat_neveNOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:3:10 Welcome, Nora Fierman!4:54 Nora's attraction to abnormal adventures7:55 Bikepacking in Lesotho, a country in Southern Africa15:30 The Breck Epic MTB 6 Day Stage Race in Colorado24:52 The foundation of Nora's passion for skiing30:20 Nora's life-changing ski trip to Mexico on Pico de Orizaba37:36 How witnessing a mountain fatality changed Nora's perspective of the outdoors44:54 Intertwining adventure, food, and hospitality49:39 Creating Neve and helping athletes thrive using nutrition58:09 Where to buy Neve pouches to fuel your adventures and travelSend us a textWhere to find and support Bush & Banter: Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanter Visit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.com Join Bush & Banter's Patreon community: patreon.com/bushandbanter E-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.com Follow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmella Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @thewhimsicalwoman

“I can see that president Trump is trying to play some kind of a chess [game] to put the other nations in the context of a prisoner's dilemma to say, okay, if I do this, what happens? If I do that, what happens?” - Professor Gowokani Jichere Chirwa, University of Malawi This week, American president Donald Trump will mark 100 days in office. His second tenure at the White House has been marred by controversial Executive Orders and heated exchanges with foreign governments. Some of his decisions, particularly the withdrawal of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), have been devastating to many African countries. These funding cuts left millions of HIV and TB patients in limbo. But it was his reciprocal tariffs that truly rattled the world. Even smaller countries like Lesotho who were slapped with a 50% hike and Madagascar who received 47%, were not spared. So, today, Africa Daily's Mpho Lakaje finds out what lessons African governments should be taking from the unexpected import tax hikes. Guests: Professor Gowokani Chijere Chirwa and Prosper Chitambara

Mercredi 30 avril 2025, dans 2 jours, cela fera 100 jours que Donald Trump gouverne les États-Unis, et au-delà qu'il fait frissonner la planète. Avec un tourbillon d'ordres et contre-ordres et de coups de balai. Licenciements massifs de fonctionnaires, coupes des aides internationales, augmentation des droits de douanes… des décrets signés presque quotidiennement. -Stratégie du chaos pour le monde-. Afrique comprise. Pour les 100 jours, RFI se mobilise mercredi avec une journée spéciale. Dès aujourd'hui : premier de nos Grands reportages sur l'événement.Avant de se rendre à Maseru, capitale du Lesotho, royaume tourné en dérision par Donald Trump ; direction l'Afrique du Sud, en pleine crise diplomatique avec Washington. «Trump à la Maison Blanche, impact particulier pour l'Afrique australe», un Grand reportage de Valentin Hugues.

In eigentlich stillgelegten Minen Südafrikas versuchen tausende Bergleute, noch etwas Gold aus dem Untergrund zu kratzen. Der Staat geht hart gegen sie vor. Mit dramatischen Folgen. Es sind schreckliche Bilder. Erschöpfte Männer, abgemagert bis auf die Knochen. Daneben aufeinandergestapelte Leichensäcke. Das Leben in der aufgegebenen Goldmine in Stilfontein muss die Hölle gewesen sein. Bei einer gerichtlich angeordneten Rettungsaktion wurden 248 Bergleute lebend ans Tageslicht gebracht, für 87 kam jede Hilfe zu spät. Die Kritik am Vorgehen von Regierung und Polizei wird immer lauter. Menschenrechtsorganisationen sprechen vom schlimmsten Massaker seit dem Ende der Apartheid und verlangen eine unabhängige Untersuchung, damit die Verantwortlichen zur Rechenschaft gezogen werden können. Einstweilen geht die gefährliche Suche nach Gold weiter, auch die Tragödie von Stilfontein vermochte sie nicht zu beenden. Denn der illegale Bergbau ist ein Milliardengeschäft, gesteuert von internationalen Verbrechersyndikaten. Und an Bergleuten mangelt es nicht: Die meisten kommen aus armen Nachbarländern wie Mosambik, Simbabwe oder Lesotho. Sie suchen in den verlassenen Goldminen Südafrikas nach einem besseren Leben.

  On this episode of Woke By Accident, we are joined by Sambaza, host and creator of the internationally renowned and award winning, Sambaza Podcast. We have a dynamic conversation with podcast host and producer, JR Sparrow. We discuss leveling up one's podcast and his amazing journey in the digital space. You can find JR's content here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wv-uncommon-place/id1368068056 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk4GOBX_IYGWKZ1627DbtUNC13ldVezW0 https://www.instagram.com/wvuncommonplace/   Affirmation from Sambaza  What I have done today was the best I was able to do today. And for that, I am thankful. African Proverb with Sambaza (Lesotho): Cattle are born with ears; their horns grow later Fun facts about Lesotho: "Kingdom in the Sky": Lesotho is the only independent country in the world that lies entirely above 1,000 meters (3,281 ft) in elevation, earning it the nickname "Kingdom in the Sky".  Surrounded by South Africa: Lesotho is a landlocked country completely surrounded by South Africa.  "White Gold": Water is a valuable resource in Lesotho, often referred to as "white gold" by the Basotho people.  Highest Altitude Pub: Lesotho is home to the highest altitude pub in Africa.    You can find Sambaza's content:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  https://www.podpage.com/sambaza/  https://www.instagram.com/sambazapodc...   Check out Woke By Accident at www.wokebyaccident.net or on your favorite streaming platforms!  Sponsor  Get your pack of @Poddecks now for your next podcast interview using my special link:  https://www.poddecks.com?sca_ref=1435240.q14fIixEGL   Affiliates Opus Clips  https://www.opus.pro/?via=79b446   Want to create live streams like this?  Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5989489347657728   Music  Soul Searching · Causmic Last Night's Dream — Tryezz Funkadelic Euphony- Monz  

Offerta NordVPN: vai su https://www.nordvpn.com/novageo e ricevi uno sconto esclusivo + 4 mesi extra sui piani biennali   Il NUOVO libro di Nova Lectio, Instant Storia d'Italia Prima di Roma: https://amzn.to/4h3P7cc Tutti gli altri libri di Nova Lectio: https://amzn.to/48dkPQo Canale Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NovaLectio   Realpolitik, la nuova mini-serie Podcast di Nova Lectio. Un viaggio tra geopolitica, economia e società per scoprire come funziona il mondo. Analisi, fatti e prospettive senza compromessi, per capire la realtà con pragmatismo e senza ideologie, "Realpolitik", appunto.   Testo e ricerca, Jacopo Turco Voce, Giacomo Casandrini Mix e Sound Design, Davide Marcone Produzione, Nova Lectio Fonti:  https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/09/trump-tariffs-list-pause https://www.internazionale.it/magazine/2025/04/10/un-grave-rischio-per-i-paesi-poveri?from-newsletter https://www.lemonde.fr/afrique/article/2025/04/08/au-lesotho-la-filiere-textile-sous-le-choc-apres-les-annonces-de-donald-trump_6592746_3212.html https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/age-tariffs-trump-global-economy https://www.thedial.world/articles/news/issue-18/lesotho-sportswear-factory-abuse-reebok-greg-norman https://www.timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2025-03-06-does-trump-really-not-know-about-lesotho-this-shirt-might-prove-otherwise/ https://www.ilpost.it/2022/05/18/lesotho-africa-gang-musicali-famo/ https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/05/business/economy/lesotho-trump-tariffs-trade.html https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/baffled-lesotho-seeks-engage-with-us-shocking-tariffs-2025-04-04/ https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2025/apr/04/lesotho-garment-workers-reel-trump-tariffs#:~:text=20%25%20of%20GDP.-,There%20are%20about%2030%2C000%20garment%20workers%20in%20Lesotho%2C%20mostly%20women,%2D%20and%20Taiwanese%2Downed%20factories. https://research.cbs.dk/files/58520054/Country_Background_Lesotho_04.06.19.pdf https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/04/09/taiwan-tariffs-trump-trade-war/ https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ypxnnyg7jo http://english.scio.gov.cn/whitepapers/2025-04/09/content_117814362_3.html#:~:text=China%20is%20the%20US's%20third,imports%20for%20the%20year%20respectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Az előfizetők (de csak a Belső kör és Közösség csomagok tulajdonosai!) már szombat hajnalban hozzájutnak legfrissebb epizódunk teljes verziójához. A hétfőn publikált, ingyen meghallgatható verzió tíz perccel rövidebb. Itt írtunk arról, hogy tudod meghallgatni a teljes adást. 00:27 Köszöntjük új műsorvezetőnket! Amanda Lear Budaörsön és Saigonban. Amanda Lear és Dalí. Mély hangok az eurodiscóban. 04:13 Az értékteremtés zöldsége. Hagyma a Peer Gyntben. Orbán Ráhel és Slavoj Zizek angoltudása. 09:14 Tiborcz telefonál. Az értéktemtés csimborasszójának Mariana-árka. CSR és fenntarthatóság. Akkreditáció autokráciában. Remény a Magyar Péter-drukkereknek. 16:43 Sötét csalássorozat a Felcsút ellen: kik nem hagyják fentről, hogy bajnok legyen egy szimpatikus kiscsapat? A Győr elleni meccs és Hornyák mester magyarázata. 20:40 Böde Dániel 500. bajnokija és a világ legnagyobb csatársora. A győzelmi kényszer még segíthet. A kádárista futballspekuláció visszatér. Bognár Gyuri, az ellenálló. 24:38 Az irodalom, Mario Vargas Llosa és Esterházy Péter halála.26:49 Védővámok Lesotho és a Vatikán ellen. A lesothói síparadicsom. Hány amerikai akar gyárban dolgozni? 31:05 A futószalag maszkulinitása jobb- és baloldalon. Gig economy vs. gyári munka. A zhenghoui Apple-gyár és az újpopulizmus szemfényvesztése. 37:01 Mi a magyar alkotmány aktuális verziószáma? Az amerikai trumpista jobboldal a magyar alkotmánymódosításról. A kínai tévé a központilag irányított magyar gazdaság problémáiról. 40:44 Nyugi, lesz osztogatás. 42:11 2025-ig lehetett kábítószerezni. Az amerikai és a magyar drogháború eredményei. 49:14 Orrba fújt dolgok. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 Boston Marathon promises an exciting blend of redemption stories, debut intrigue, and head-to-head rivalries across both elite fields. On the men's side, defending champion Sisay Lemma returns after last year's audacious front-running victory, facing off against 2024 Chicago champ John Korir, two-time Boston winner Evans Chebet, rising Kenyan Daniel Mateiko, and U.S. hopeful Conner Mantz. Other contenders include Lesotho's Tebello Ramakongoana and Americans Clayton Young and CJ Albertson, each hoping to outlast the pack or capitalize on race-day chaos.In the women's race, Hellen Obiri is chasing a rare three-peat in Boston, entering as the clear favorite despite a strong field. She'll be challenged by past podium finishers Amane Beriso and Sharon Lokedi, 2:16 marathoner Yalemzerf Yehualaw, and rising marathon star Irene Cheptai. The American field is led by Keira D'Amato in her Boston debut, Emma Bates returning to form, and Dakota Popehn riding Olympic momentum. Young talents like Gabi Rooker, Jessica McClain, and Jackie Gaughan round out a promising domestic squad, with veterans Des Linden and Sara Vaughn adding experience to the mix.Cooler temperatures, slight winds, and the Newton Hills promise another unpredictable Patriot's Day. Tactics, toughness, and timing will determine who claims the tape on Boylston.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOLIPOP: Big name sodas are rolling out bold new flavors in 2025, but the real buzz is happening in the prebiotic pop aisle. If you haven't already jumped on the Olipop train yet, now's the time. BuzzFeed just came out with an article that recently named Olipop the best overall soda for flavor — and with a lineup that includes classic root beer, vintage cola and cherry vanilla, it's easy to see why. ⁠Try Olipop today and save 25% on your order using code CITIUS25 at checkout at DrinkOlipop.com.⁠SWIFTWICK: Socks: sometimes you don't think about them until you do – like mile eight of a long run when your heels are on fire or when your sock has mysteriously vanished into your shoe. That's why we're teaming up with SWIFTWICK: the go-to sock brand for endurance athletes who care about performance and longevity. ⁠For a limited time, CITIUS MAG listeners get 15% off your first order with the code CITIUSMAG at checkout.⁠VELOUS: Recover smarter with VELOUS' new active adjustable slide! Tired feet? VELOUS has you covered. VELOUS just launched the NEW Active Adjustable Slide, designed to take your recovery to the next level. With a perfectly contoured midsole, these slides maximize cushioning and support to help ease tired feet and legs. The super-soft, adjustable uppers allow for a customized fit across your forefoot, while the moisture-wicking lining keeps your feet dry and comfortable. Run. Recover. Repeat with VELOUS. ⁠Check out the entire collection and enjoy 20% off your purchase by entering code CITIUSMAG20 at checkout!⁠LITTLE SESAME: Run a 5K, get free hummus! Move for the planet with the Little Sesame Earth Day 5K. Run, walk, or bike 3.1 miles anytime in April to celebrate Earth Month—and score a free container of our creamy, dreamy hummus. Pledge to move, get outside, and snack sustainably. ⁠Sign up now. It's that easy!

Trump se handelstariewe het die Agoa-voordele vir Afrika-lande soos Suid-Afrika en Lesotho feitlik beëindig, terwyl Namibië minder geraak is weens laer uitvoere na die VSA. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met dr. Kobus Laubscher, ‘n Suid-Afrikaanse landbou ekonoom oor die impak gesels.

In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the implications of President Trump's global tariff policy, particularly its adverse effects on African economies like Lesotho.  The conversation then shifts to the increasing involvement of Middle Eastern countries in African politics, highlighting Qatar's mediation in the DRC conflict.  Finally, we explore the potential of AI in Africa, emphasising the need for infrastructure and proactive engagement in the AI revolution.What in the world (WITW) video: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHn5mTlIftO/?igsh=Ymw2MHc1dDY4cXJzBonus WITW: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIbzwrMM2Jc/?igsh=MWwwZTFiczVjOXlkbg==Timestamps:02:14 Trump's tariffs13:14 Gulf States in Africa25:05 Africa's AI infrastructure36:33 What in the World?https://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/

Vous aimez notre peau de caste ? Soutenez-nous ! https://www.lenouvelespritpublic.fr/abonnementUne émission de Philippe Meyer, enregistrée au studio l'Arrière-boutique le 11 avril 2025.Avec cette semaine :François Bujon de l'Estang, ambassadeur de France.Matthias Fekl, avocat et ancien ministre de l'Intérieur.Nicole Gnesotto, vice-présidente de l'Institut Jacques Delors.Richard Werly, correspondant à Paris du quotidien helvétique en ligne Blick.L'ÉTAT DU COMMERCE INTERNATIONALDonald Trump a lancé le 2 avril une charge commerciale massive sous la forme d'une augmentation des droits de douane si lourde qu'elle sonne comme une déclaration de guerre commerciale contre des concurrents, mais aussi contre des alliés traditionnels de Washington. Le président américain a annoncé 46% de hausse pour le Vietnam, 34% pour la Chine, 24% pour le Japon, 20% pour l'Union européenne, mais aussi 50% pour le Lesotho, 47% pour Madagascar, 37% pour le Botswana et rien pour la Russie, la Corée du Nord, la Biélorussie … Tandis que l'Union européenne se préparait à négocier, Pékin a riposté vite et fort, les tarifs douaniers sur les importations américaines passantde 34% à 84%. Bloomberg décrivait alors l'escalade en cours entre la Chine et les Etats-Unis - qui représentent 40% de l'économie mondiale à eux deux - comme une « guerre nucléaire commerciale"».Coup de théâtre mercredi soir : Donald Trump a annoncé la suspension des droits de douane pour 90 jours, laissant cependant un taux minimum uniforme de 10%. Une pause qui ne s'applique pas à la Chine taxée à 125%, ennemie principale des Etats-Unis qui a osé répliquer à Washington. Donald Trump justifie la pause « par la volonté de plus de 75 pays de négocier. »Concrètement, durant cette période, qui a pris effet « immédiatement » après son annonce, l'ensemble des pays du globe sont désormais soumis à des droits de douane ajustés à 10%.Selon l'Insee, le commerce mondial devrait reculer de 4 points. En Europe, l'Allemagne ou l'Italie, dont 10% des exportations vont vers les États-Unis (respectivement 3,3 et 4,2% de leur PIB), devraient être plus touchées que la France et l'Espagne (moins de 7,5% de leurs exportations et moins de 2% du PIB). Mais, rappelle l'ancien commissaire européen au Commerce et ex-directeur général de l'Organisation mondiale du commerce - OMC, Pascal Lamy « les Etats-Unis représentent 13% des importations mondiales, donc 87% du commerce international n'a aucune raison de se laisser contaminer par cette folie »Visée depuis mi-mars par des droits de douane américains de 25% sur l'acier et l'aluminium, l'Union européenne, après que le président américain a fait machine arrière, a suspendu pour 90 jours les mesures de rétorsion approuvées par les États membre et qui prévoient une hausse de 25% sur l'acier et l'aluminium, les amandes, le jus d'orange, la volaille, le soja, le tabac et les yachts… Le gouverneur de la Banque de France François Villeroy de Galhau asalué un « début de retour à la raison économique », alors que la Bourse de New York s'est envolée à l'annonce de cette pause. Toutefois, l'incertitude et la confusion se répandent dans les cercles industriels et chez les distributeurs américains comme européens, tandis que les marchés ne savent plus à quel saint se vouer.LA TURQUIE À L'HEURE DES RÉGIMES AUTORITAIRESAu pouvoir depuis 22 ans, le président turc, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, a fait incarcérer le 23 mars, une des rares personnes qui étaient en mesure de le battre dans les urnes : le social-démocrate et atatürkiste revendiqué Ekrem Imamoglu, maire d'Istanbul depuis 2019, qui devait être, le même jour, désigné comme candidat à la prochaine présidentielle du Parti républicain du peuple. En l'attaquant avec l'arme la plus redoutable dont il dispose − la justice −, sous couvert de multiples accusations, dont celle de « corruption », et en réprimant les imposantes manifestations de protestation organisées dans tout le pays, l'homme fort de la Turquie achève ce qu'il a commencé il y a une bonne dizaine d'années : le détricotage systématique de l'État de droit et des contre-pouvoirs. Cette régression de la démocratie a été marquée dès 2013 par la répression des manifestations anti-Erdoğan du parc de Gezi à Taksim, suivie d'une dérive autoritaire. Puis, deux ans plus tard, par la fin brutale et sanglante des négociations de paix avec les Kurdes et l'incarcération d'élus et de figures politiques comme le populaire Selahattin Demirtaş. S'y sont ajoutées aussi les répercussions du coup d'Etat raté de 2016 et les purges gigantesques au sein des institutions publiques des membres de la confrérie du prédicateur Fethullah Gülen ; avec qui le président s'était pourtant allié pendant des décennies. Il y a eu ensuite l'adoption de lois liberticides, la destitution de maires et les arrestations de plus en plus nombreuses d'intellectuels, d'artistes, de journalistes de gauche ou proches de l'opposition libérale. De tout temps, le chef de l'État est apparu prêt à faire un pas de plus pour garder le pouvoir. Jamais, toutefois, il n'était allé aussi loin qu'aujourd'hui.Dans la foulée de l'arrestation du maire d'Istanbul, la livre turque a plongé à son niveau le plus bas face au billet vert et l'indice de la Bourse d'Istanbul a chuté de près de 7%, déclenchant une suspension temporaire. Le Quai d'Orsay a fait part de sa « profonde préoccupation » tandis que Berlin a dénoncé « un grave revers pour la démocratie ». L'autoritarisme croissant d'Erdoğan embarrasse particulièrement les Européens au moment où la Turquie, de par sa puissance militaire, se pose en alliée incontournable pour renforcer le pilier européen de l'OTAN, face au rapprochement entre Donald Trump et Vladimir Poutine. Située à la croisée de l'Europe, de l'Asie et du Moyen-Orient, et point de passage stratégique vers la mer Noire (via le détroit du Bosphore), elle se sait indispensable sur de nombreux dossiers : la guerre en Ukraine, où Ankara a su dès le début ménager à la fois Kyiv, en lui livrant des drones, et Moscou, en contournant les sanctions ; la Syrie de l'après-Bachar, où elle entend user de son influence auprès des nouvelles autorités. Sans oublier son industrie d'armement en plein boom, à laquelle s'intéressent déjà certaines capitales européennes pour contrer l'expansionnisme de Poutine. De quoi faire dire au secrétaire général de l'OTAN qu'il serait temps que Bruxelles et Ankara coopèrent plus étroitement sur la question sécuritaire.Chaque semaine, Philippe Meyer anime une conversation d'analyse politique, argumentée et courtoise, sur des thèmes nationaux et internationaux liés à l'actualité. Pour en savoir plus : www.lenouvelespritpublic.frDistribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Donald Trump's decision to slap tariffs on global trade has sent the world reeling. Stock markets have tanked. Gloomy economists have hit the airwaves. Governments, their backs against the wall, have responded with either stoic resignation or threats of revenge. But it's business owners who find themselves at the centre of the storm. Steve in Boston, USA, runs a company whose flagship product contains three Chinese parts. He's concerned about the effect tariffs will have on his business and others at home. We also hear from business owners in Lesotho, India, Italy and Germany covering industries ranging from steel and spices to cheese and beer.

“We've heard that there's a possibility that our firms might shut down. This has to do with what Mr Trump said. Should it happen, it will be devastating to us because there isn't much work in Lesotho. We rely on these firms" - Mamonts'eng LephalloAccording to White House figures, in 2024 the United States exported just $2.8 million worth of goods to Lesotho.The southern African country on the other hand sent products worth nearly $240 million to President Donald Trump's country.They include diamonds and clothing. But now, Lesotho has been slapped with a whopping 50% tariff on goods entering the US. With factory workers and others extremely concerned about possible job losses, Lesotho is now sending a high level government delegation to the United States. Presenter: Mpho Lakaje Guests: Mamonts'eng Lephallo, Marapelang Khabele and Marafaele Mohloboli

Deux pays durement touchés : le Lesotho et Madagascar. La quatrième plus grande île du monde écope de 47% de droit de douane sur tous ses produits entrants aux États-Unis. Mais pas de panique pour l'Express de Madagascar. Qui titre « Trumpette dans un verre d'eau ». Estimant que les conséquences les plus importantes de ces décisions seront pour les consommateurs américains. Le journal loue le bloc international qui se dresse devant le président américain. L'Express de Madagascar qui cite la présidente mexicaine : « Trump tourne le dos à sept milliards de consommateurs qui n'auront aucun mal à troquer iPhone contre Samsung, Levi's contre Zara, Ford contre Toyota, Nike contre Adidas. (…) « Il ne faut pas (...) en faire un drame », rassure le journal « Même les petits pays exportateurs, à l'image de Madagascar, peuvent se tourner vers ces sept milliards de consommateurs à travers le monde. Hors ce sont les États-Unis qui risquent de vivre en autarcie avec leur politique protectionniste exacerbée ». « Faire un choix entre les plus vulnérables des plus vulnérables »Mais une autre décision de Donald Trump a bien plus de conséquences pour le continent africain : l'arrêt des aides américaines au développement. 83% de l'USAID supprimé. L'Amérique principal donateur des ONG humanitaires et autres programmes d'aides de l'ONU a coupé le robinet dès le jour de l'investiture de Donald Trump. Et les premières conséquences sont là. « Faire un choix entre les plus vulnérables des plus vulnérables » titre Le Monde Afrique. En RDC par exemple, la Guerre entre armée congolaise et M23 soutenu par le Rwanda provoque un afflux massif de réfugiés. Le programme alimentaire mondial réduit les rations alimentaires de moitié. « Sans financements supplémentaires », souffle une responsable au Monde : « nous devrons stopper toute aide alimentaire à partir de juillet ».Autre pays, le Soudan, victime d'une guerre dévastatrice entre armée régulière et forces paramilitaires. 9 millions de Soudanais déracinés ces deux dernières années. Là aussi conséquences concrètes : selon le HCR, source Le Monde « Plus de 500 000 déplacées pourraient perdre l'accès à l'eau potable, aux soins et à l'assainissement par manque de financements ».« Au Tchad » explique le journal « dans les camps autour de Farchana, non loin d'Adré, 160 000 réfugiés soudanais ne peuvent déjà plus être soignés correctement, les ONG locales ont dû cesser leur activité. (…) Quand votre budget est soudainement amputé des deux tiers, on choisit de rester dans certains pays et d'en quitter d'autres », explique au Monde Afrique une responsable d'une importante ONG sous couvert d'anonymat.Mali, Algérie, causes profondes de la criseLa crise diplomatique entre Mali et Algérie observée et commentée dans toute l'Afrique de l'Ouest. Pour rappel, le Mali accuse l'Algérie d'avoir abattu un de ses drones à sa frontière. Ce qu'Alger dément. Depuis dimanche, le dialogue semble rompu. Ambassadeurs des deux pays rappelés et espace aériens mutuellement fermés.Mais selon le site d'information guinéen Aminata, les causes de ce conflit sont bien plus profondes qu'un simple tir sur un drone. Il faut aller chercher l'accord d'Alger de 2015 pour comprendre. « Celui qui est », explique le journal en ligne « conçu comme socle d'une stabilisation durable du Mali par l'intégration politique des (séparatistes ndlr) Touaregs et qui pose comme base une gouvernance territoriale partagée ». Un accord duquel Bamako s'est retiré début 2024. Selon Aminata, ce retrait est « interprétée à Alger comme un démantèlement volontaire d'un mécanisme de sécurité régionale auquel l'Algérie avait prêté son poids politique ». Le journal guinéen analyse : « La crise actuelle préfigure peut-être d'une recomposition géopolitique durable au Sahel. Oppose deux visions : celle (...) d'acteurs étatiques souverainistes, militarisés et tournés vers de nouveaux partenaires, et celle d'une approche plus diplomatique (...) incarnée (...) par l'Algérie ».

Les experts et journalistes de RFI répondent à vos questions sur les taxes douanières annoncées par Donald Trump et le retrait de la Hongrie de la CPI. RDC : trois ressortissants américains échappent à la peine de mortCondamnés à mort pour leur implication dans la tentative de coup d'État de mai 2024 à Kinshasa, les trois Américains ont vu leur peine commuée en prison à perpétuité. Comment expliquer cette grâce accordée par le président Felix Tshisekedi ? Quel avait été de leur rôle lors de ce putsch raté ?Avec Paulina Zidi, correspondante permanente de RFI à KinshasaÉtats-Unis : comment Donald Trump a-t-il calculé les droits de douane ?Le monde entier est concerné par les nouveaux droits de douane sur les produits importés aux États-Unis. 20% pour l'Union européenne, 34% pour la Chine et même 50% pour le Lesotho. Sur quels critères Donald Trump s'est-il basé pour fixer ces taxes en fonction des pays ?Droits de douane américains : pourquoi certains pays sont épargnés ?Alors que la plupart des États sont frappés par les nouvelles taxes américaines, certains pays comme le Canada, la Russie et le Mexique ne sont pas concernés par les dernières annonces de Donald Trump. Pourquoi sont-ils exemptés de ces augmentations ?Droits de douane américains : quelles conséquences pour l'Afrique ?51 pays africains sont frappés de plein fouet par les nouveaux droits de douane imposés par Donald Trump. Allant de 10% pour le Bénin et la Guinée jusqu'à 50% pour le Lesotho, quel sera l'impact sur les économies du continent ? Quel avenir pour l'Agoa (African Growth and Opportunity Act) qui permet à l'Afrique d'exporter des milliers de produits vers les États-Unis sans être taxés ?Avec Léo Charles, maître de conférences en sciences économiques à l'Université de Rennes 2CPI : la Hongrie claque la porteVisé par un mandat d'arrêt international de la Cour pénale internationale, Benyamin Netanyahu a pourtant été reçu en grande pompe en Hongrie. Son hôte, Viktor Orban en a profité pour annoncer le retrait de son pays de la CPI. Comment expliquer cette décision ? A-t-elle un lien avec la visite du Premier ministre israélien ?Avec Florence La Bruyère, correspondante de RFI à Budapest

As the world reels from President Trump's trade tariffs, one of Africa's smallest, poorest nations takes one of the biggest hits – we speak to the trade minister of Lesotho. We also hear from a former US defense secretary, on how worried America's 'allies' should be.Also in the programme: the home city of Ukraine's President Zelensky suffers a deadly Russian missile attack; and we remember the world famous Malian musician Amadou, of Amadou and Mariam, who has died.

4.4.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: MLK 57 years after his death, Trump tariff sparks Lesotho crisis, UConn star Paige Bueckers drama Today, we honor the legacy of civil rights icon Martin Luther King, Jr., who was assassinated fifty-seven years ago at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. March's job growth exceeded expectations, but unemployment numbers were slightly worse than anticipated. We'll discuss these figures with our favorite economist, Morgan Harper, and explore how tariffs may impact employment. The African nation of Lesotho is facing an economic crisis after the Trump administration imposed a 50% tariff on its textile exports. We'll talk to an expert about what this decision means for the small nation. Tishaura Jones is running for a second term as mayor of St. Louis. She will join us to discuss her achievements as the city's first Black female mayor and why she deserves re-election. Former NBA player Etan Thomas will discuss the backlash against his recent opinion piece in The Guardian, where he questions why UConn star Paige Bueckers hasn't received the same national attention as Iowa's Caitlin Clark. And, we'll have a conversation about financial responsibilities in relationships. Personal finance expert Shani Curry will share her insights on women refusing to help pay the bills. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introduction: Minutes 0 to 8:45 We plan to record about once a month for now. I love the show Berlin ER on Apple TV, it's a lot like The Pitt, which I'm also watching. We were disappointed in the ending of Severence. Chandra is excited for the finale of The White Lotus. Royals: Minutes (8:45) to 33:00 Meghan released her As Ever collection this Wednesday morning. She had shortbread cookies, jam, tea and flower sprinkles. Everything was sold out within an hour. I bought the jam and some lemon ginger tea and Chandra got two teas and a jam. People were mad about how quickly everything sold out. Meghan also launched a commission-based ShopMy page with clothing, makeup and skincare.  A woman named Sophie Chandauka has taken over Prince Harry's Lesotho-based charity, Sentebale. Harry co-founded it with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in 2006. Both Harry and Prince Seeiso resigned from Sentable in late March. The majority of the board of trustees resigned several days before the announcement. Chandauka spent over 400,000 pounds on consultants, lost a major sponsor, and demanded a 300,000 salary, which was not granted. She also failed to fundraise for them and alienated the board as she pushed her way to the top. It was a hostile takeover and was aided by a man named Iain Rawlinson, a former trustee of Prince William's charity, The Tusk Trust. Chandauka and Rawlinsin did an interview together on Sky News. Chandra wonders when Rawlinson started manipulating Chandauka. He was seen at a Sentebale event in October. In her Sky News interview, Chandauka's main example of Prince Harry bullying her was when he resigned from Sentebale after she threatened to sue them. Chandauka spouted Windsor talking points against Harry in an interview with the Financial Times. She also was mad that Meghan and Serena Williams showed up at the charity polo match last April. Chandauka blamed Prince Harry for her failure to fundraise for Sentebale despite the fact that he donated 1.5 million from his proceeds from Spare and that the polo match raised over a million also. She's the woman whom Meghan asked to move during a group photo at that match, giving her a more central place instead of on the side next to Harry. The press made a huge deal out of this at the time and Harry emailed or texted Chandauka asking her to make a statement in defense of Meghan. She refused and now sources are saying that if the email got out it would be damaging to Harry. If so, why don't they release it? The British press's reaction in early March to Meghan gently telling Mindy Kaling that her last name was Sussex revealed so much. The British charity commission is investigating what happened at Sentebale. The trustees have spoken on the record about how abrasive Chandauka is. There's an ongoing narrative that Prince Harry is lonely, that he never should have left England, that he should come back to England. He's probably relieved to be away from these toxic people. We're excited for the second season of With Love, Meghan and hope she does seasonal episodes. Meghan's podcast Confessions of a Female Founder comes out April 8th. Prince William is going to be on Jeremy Clarkson's reality show, Clarkson's Farm. You might remember Jeremy Clarkson's horrible screed against Duchess Meghan. It's also notable that Will and Kate disappeared this week. Comments of the Week: Minutes (33:00) to end Chandra's comment of the week is from Jais on the post about Meghan's As Ever product launch. My comment of the week is from Lightpurple on the story about Cory Booker's marathon Senate speech. Thanks for listening bitches!

Algeria says it shot down a military drone near the border with Mali, while Mali says one of its unmanned aircraft crashed. The incident comes amid escalating tensions between Algeria and its southern neighbour. So why have the two countries grown apart? We take a closer look at the impact of US tariffs on Lesotho - at 50% it is one of the hardest hit countries. Does the small landlocked country have a backup plan for its industries?And why are so few wildlife safaris owned and run by black people on the continent? We hear from one Ugandan man who went from being a tour guide, to setting up his own successful safari business.Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Sunita Nahar, Amie Liebowitz and Yvette Twagiramariya Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Technical Producer: Pat Sissons Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

Global stock markets have continued to plunge in response to President Trump's tariff announcement. This comes as China has announced retaliation tax of 34% against the United States for the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. However, India is taking a different approach to China, although it was hoping to reach a deal with the US before Trump imposed 27% tariffs. Rob Young will hear from a former India Commerce Secretary. And what does it mean for Lesotho, the 50% tariffs imposed on the small Southern African country? The CEO of the Private Sector Foundation of Lesotho explains. And the final countdown to another TikTok ban is on, and 170 million US users' scrolling and posting is hanging in the balance again.

durée : 00:06:34 - La Revue de presse internationale - par : Catherine Duthu - Le Lesotho, pays pauvre d'Afrique australe, entièrement enclavé dans l'Afrique du Sud, est en tête de la liste des nombreux pays frappés par les droits de douane additionnels massifs présentés mercredi par Donald Trump. Des entreprises textiles américains y ont délocalisé leur production.

Le Lesotho a indiqué jeudi qu'il allait envoyer une délégation gouvernementale aux États-Unis pour plaider sa cause, après que le président américain Donald Trump a imposé au pays des droits de douane de 50%, les plus élevés annoncés pour une seule nation. Le petit royaume d'Afrique australe, entièrement enclavé dans l'Afrique du Sud, est en tête de la liste des nombreux pays frappés par les droits de douane additionnels massifs présentés mercredi par le président américain.

Prince Harry founded Sentebale with his friend Prince Seeiso of Lesotho to help children impacted by the country's HIV crisis. Now they have both resigned, along with other trustees, with hard-hitting statements. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss the fallout. And Mirror royal editor Russell Myers drops in, fresh from his trip to Estonia with Prince William. The team also reflect on Prince William's meet-up with Kaleb Cooper and other young farmers, Princess Beatrice's personal essay, Princess Eugenie's birthday and the King and Queen's latest outings. Photo: Aaron Chown/PA Wire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ladies recap the Oscars and review Anora.

It's Monday, March 10th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Police arrest Christians in India for evangelism On February 23rd, police arrested nine Christians in two locations in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India for holding Sunday prayer meetings, which Hindu groups alleged were intended to convert Hindus, reports ChurchinChains. Five Christians, including a pastor, were arrested in Sitapur district, where a case was registered following a complaint by Anuj Bhadauria, the district coordinator of a Hindu nationalist organization named Bajrang Dal.  Plus, four others, including a pastor, were arrested in Raebareli district. In each case, the Christians had gathered for regular Sunday prayers in a home when a Hindu mob barged in and alleged that they were defaming the Hindu religion, and its deities, and offering inducements to convert people. Police seized Bibles and other religious materials as evidence of conversion activities. Over one hundred Christians are reportedly being held in different jails across Uttar Pradesh state, with 35 jailed so far in 2025. Christians make up less than one percent of the 200 million people who live in the state there in India. The Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act 2021, a strict anti-conversion law, was amended last year to include harsher punishments including life imprisonment for religious conversion activities. Many Indian Christians find solace in Joshua 1:9 which says, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Trump's pro-America speech wins accolades Last Tuesday night, President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress.  (Read the transcript here) TRUMP: “America is back! (applause) Six weeks ago, I stood beneath the dome of this Capitol and proclaimed the dawn of the golden age of America.” CBS News polled Americans and discovered that 91% said the 47th president actually discussed issues that were important to them, and 74% said the address was entertaining.  Overall, a total of 71% said the speech was inspiring. Trump used humor to address the border and wasteful spending No doubt, Trump's description of his policies was indeed entertaining.  Listen to what he had to say about the border. TRUMP: “The media, and our friends in the Democrat Party, kept saying we needed new legislation. We must have legislation to secure the border, but it turned out that all we really needed -- was a new president.” (cheers) He was equally entertaining as he described the waste that the Department of Government Efficiency has identified under the leadership of Elon Musk. TRUMP: “Just listen to some of the appalling waste we have already identified. “$22 billion from HHS to provide free housing and cars for illegal aliens. $45 million for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion scholarships in Burma. $40 million to improve the social and economic inclusion of sedentary migrants. Nobody knows what that is. (laughter) $8 million to promote LGBTQI+ in the African nation of Lesotho, which nobody has ever heard of. (laughter) $8 million for making mice transgender. (laughter) This is real. … “Under the Trump administration, all of these scams have been found out and exposed and swiftly terminated by a group of very intelligent, mostly young people, headed up by Elon [Musk]. And we appreciate it. We found hundreds of billions of dollars of fraud.” (applause) Post-abortive women have higher suicide rate In a new topic-blind study, 2,829 American women, between ages 41 and 45, were surveyed about their reproductive health and suicide attempts, reports LifeNews.com. Authored by Elliot Institute Director David Reardon and published in The Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology, the study found that women who had abortions or natural pregnancy loss were twice as likely to attempt to end their lives. The research sought to discern whether post-abortive suicide attempts are “entirely incidental and most likely fully explained by pre-existing mental illness,” as some have claimed, or directly related to the loss of life in the womb. To garner unbiased results, the respondents were completely in the dark as to what the purpose of the research was. Among women with a history of abortion, 35% of them had attempted suicide. Even women who did not have abortions, but lost their babies due to miscarriages or problematic pregnancies, had suicide attempt rates of roughly 30%. Notably, the research found that women who were coerced into having abortions had the highest rates of suicide at 46% of whom tried to end their own lives. Only 13% of women who had successful deliveries with no abortions, no miscarriages, no problems within the pregnancies were found to have made suicide attempts — the lowest rates among all surveyed women. Trump DOJ ends Biden lawsuit to force Idaho to allow ‘emergency' abortions The Trump administration has ended a Biden-era attempt to force Idaho pro-life doctors to participate in so-called “emergency” abortions, but a federal judge is still attempting to delay the law's enforcement, reports LifeSiteNews.com. Idaho's Defense of Life Act bans all abortions except those deemed “necessary to prevent the death of the pregnant woman.”  On Wednesday, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America reported that the new Justice Department under President Donald Trump has moved to drop the case, ending the federal government's efforts to invalidate the Idaho Defense of Life Act.  Actor Chris Pratt: “I care enough about Jesus to take a stand!” And finally, Chris Pratt has built a career on playing heroes — from the lovable goofball Andy Dwyer on "Parks and Recreation" to Marvel's Star-Lord, he's won over audiences with his humor and charm. But his greatest mission, said the “Guardians of the Galaxy” star, is far bigger than Hollywood, reports The Christian Post. After having listened to the entire Bible, Leah Klett asked Pratt which Scripture has had the most profound impact on his life. PRATT: “Matthew 5:14. Being a light in this world, a city on a hill cannot be hidden. I'm being called to be that city on the hill at this moment in my life. I feel like you take a risk. I think being in the entertainment world, being vocal about anything that's divisive, religion is divisive. I do care enough about Jesus to take a stand, even if it cost me. If it costs me everything, I don't care. It's worth it to me, because this is what I'm called to do, is where my heart is. “I'm a father of four. I want to raise my children up with an understanding that their dad was unashamed of his faith in Jesus, and with a profound understanding of the power of prayer and the grace and the love and the joy that can come from a relationship with Jesus. That's something that's really important to me. You don't hear that a lot from people in entertainment, but it's who I am. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. So, get back to Matthew 5:14.” Now there's a Hollywood star whose knee bends to his Savior Jesus Christ. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, March 10th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Hockey Night in Canada - in Inuktitut. Pujjuut Kusugak on making history this weekend when he'll provide colour commentary in his mother tongue.The head of the U.S. trade association for distilled spirits on Canadian provinces pulling American booze from their shelves; the Vegetable Orchestra sets a new record; a journalist in Lesotho on Donald Trump's suggestion that no one's ever heard of the African nation; and why there can only be one “Captain Clutch.”

Brandi Kruse and Zach Abraham dive into all things Department of Government Efficiency in this weekly series. On this episode: Does Elon Musk's private life give his detractors too much ammunition? Some GOP lawmakers are concerned about specific DOGE cuts, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Where the heck is Lesotho and why do they need our money?