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During the first 100 days of his second term in office, US President Donald Trump has issued a series of executive orders that have unsettled the commodities market and prompted investors to hold off from making new investments in African economies. In the last three months, Trump has presented the world with “a ding-dong of measures and counter-measures," as Nigerian finance analyst Gbolahan Olojede put it.With such measures including increased tariffs on US imports from African nations (as elsewhere), this new regime has effectively called into question the future validity of preferential trade agreements with African states – such as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which allows duty-free access, under strict conditions, to the US market for African goods."The reciprocal tariffs effectively nullify the preferences that sub-Saharan Africa countries enjoy under AGOA," South Africa's foreign and trade ministers said in a joint statement on 4 April.Jon Marks, editorial director of energy consultancy and news service African Energy, echoed this climate of uncertainty: “With the Trump presidency lurching from policy to policy, no one knows where they are. And it's very difficult to actually see order within this chaos."Africa braces for economic hit as Trump's tariffs end US trade perksHe told RFI he expects long periods of stasis, in which nothing actually happens, when people have been expecting immediate action.“That's going to be, I think, devastating for markets, devastating for investment. The outlook really is grim," he added.CommoditiesIn 2024, US exports to Africa were worth $32.1 billion. The US imported $39.5 billion worth of goods from Africa, the bulk of these being commodities such as oil and gas, as well as rare minerals including lithium, copper and cobalt.“The focus of the Trump administration is on critical minerals now, particularly in the [Democratic Republic of Congo], which is the Saudi Arabia of cobalt,” said Eric Olander, editor-in-chief of the China Global South Project news site.The US is aiming to build non-Chinese supply chains for its military technology.“The F-35s, supersonic fighter jets, need cobalt. When they look at critical minerals, they're not looking at that for renewable energy. They're looking at it specifically for weapons and for their defence infrastructure,” Olander explained.Collateral damageOn 2 April, President Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs on US imports worldwide, declaring that the US “has been looted, pillaged, raped and plundered by nations near and far” and calling this date a “Liberation Day” which will make “America wealthy again”.Stock markets immediately plummeted as a result of his announcement.On 9 April, Trump announced a 90-day pause – until mid-July – on these tariffs. Instead, a flat 10 percent rate will be applied on exports to the US.The exception was China, whose goods face even higher tariffs – 145 percent on most Chinese goods. Beijing retaliated with 125 percent levies on US imports.According to Olander, most African nations have so far been “insulated from the harsh impact of these tariffs” and from the consequences of what is, in effect, a trade war between two economic giants – China and the US.“South Africa, which accounts for a considerable amount of Africa's trade with the United States, is much more exposed to the effects of these tariffs than the rest of the continent,” he said.Africa FirstBut what if Trump's "America First" agenda was to be copied, asks Kelvin Lewis, editor of the Awoko newspaper in Sierra Leone.“Just like Trump is saying America First, we should think Sierra Leone First,” he told RFI. “He is teaching everyone how to be patriotic. We have no reason to depend on other people, to go cap in hand begging, because we have enough natural resources to feed and house all 9 million of us Sierra Leoneans.”He added: “If Africa says we close shop and we use our own resources for our benefit like Trump is telling Americans, I think the rest of the world would stand up and take notice.”Meanwhile, Trump believes his imposition of these increased tariffs has succeeded in bringing countries to the negotiating table.“I'm telling you, these countries are calling us up, kissing my ass. They are dying to make a deal. Please, please sir, make a deal. I'll do anything. I'll do anything, sir,” Trump said on 8 April at a Republican Congress committee dinner in Washington.New marketsOlander believes that the trade war instigated by Trump has resulted in more risks than opportunities for Africa's vulnerable countries.“But, there is a lot more activity now diplomatically between African countries and other non-US countries,” he added.“Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed from Ethiopia was in Vietnam, as was Burundi's president. There's more engagement between Uganda and Indonesia, more trade activity and discussions between Brazil and Africa.”Foreign ministers from the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) met in Rio de Janeiro on 28 April to coordinate their response to Trump's trade policy.However, securing markets for non-US exports is a challenging task. It took Kenya 10 years “of steady diplomacy” to get China to fund the extension of the Standard Gauge Railway to the Ugandan border, according to Olander.Kenyan president visits China as country pivots away from the US“Whether it's in China, Indonesia, Brazil or elsewhere, it takes time. Exporting into developed G7 markets means facing an enormous number of hurdles, like agricultural restrictions,” he continued. “Then, in the global south, Angola is not going to sell bananas to Brazil, right?”“Trump's trade policies have actually been to depress the oil price,” said Marks. “The price has been under the psychologically low threshold of $70 a barrel.He explains it is because of the demand destruction Trump's policies have placed on global trading.Demand destruction means that people are not investing, “ Marks said. “It's really a period of wait-and-see.”“This will affect prices very profoundly. One of the ironies is that although a lower dollar means that African economies should be able to export their goods for more money, a declining dollar amidst market uncertainties means that investors are not going to be rushing to come into Africa.”
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Trigger warning: Domestic violence is discussed John Olander has a network of relationships all over Denver, and he is as tenacious as he is inspiring. But John experienced 20 dark years, crossing over the line from high-functioning alcoholism into self-inflicted, alcohol-fueled legal issues which led to homelessness and isolation. But he bounced back, and his is a true success story of letting go and leaning into community. If you would like to support the Untoxicated Podcast with an monthly tax deductible $10 donation, please go to SupportUntoxicated.org If you are open to the possibilities of what sobriety can offer, without being tied to any particular outcome, please check out our SHOUT Sobriety program.
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Keith Olander is the Executive Director of the Minnesota State North Agricultural Center of Excellence. Thanks for joining the show, Keith!
Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joined Patrick on Springfield's Morning News to discuss the heat Democratic politicians are receiving from constituents over their response to the Trump administration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Balance Croatia 2025 Fri 8th Aug - Mon 11th Aug 2025 The Garden Resort, Tisno Head to www.balancecroatia.com for more info. Swedish DJ and producer Jeremy Olander has become a key figure in melodic house and techno. His portfolio includes performing at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and Brixton Academy (alongside Eric Prydz), launching his label Vivrant, and releases on imprints from Drumcode to Anjunadeep. In 2020, he cemented his status among the scene's top tier with a fantastic Balance mix album. From clubs to festivals, Olander continues to shape modern electronic music. Jeremy Olander will perform at Balance Croatia. @jeremyolander __________________________________________________ Balance Croatia 2025 Fri 8th Aug - Mon 11th Aug 2025 The Garden Resort, Tisno Head to www.balancecroatia.com for more info. IG: www.instagram.com/balancecroatia FB: www.facebook.com/balancecroatia
Willkommen in Kookhausen! Zu Gast ist heute Freddy Olander. Freddy ist ein deutscher Big-Wave-Surfer, der schon immer seinen eigenen Weg gegangen ist. Mittlerweile lebt und surft er in Nazaré. Mit Till Rudolph spricht er über seinen Werdegang abseits irgendeiner Surfszene, seine Kooperation mit Surflegende Gary Linden für die Big Wave Alliance, eine neue Art von Big Wave World Tour, über sein eigenes Projekt, Octopus Concept und natürlich über Angst, Nahtoderfahrungen, Equipment, Herausforderungen, Wellengrößen und und und... Dazu natürlich "Würdest du lieber...?" und mehr! Freddy findest du hier: www.instagram.com/freddy.olander/?hl=de https://octopusconcept.com https://bigwavealliance.com https://www.bigwavegrandprix.com Melde dich gerne zurück via till@kookhausen.de, über Insta bei @kookhausen.podcast oder bei Soul-Surfers.de. Um den Kookhausen-Podcast zu unterstützen, werde Kookhausen-Local unter www.kookhausen.de, empfiehl uns weiter und besuch gerne die Seiten unserer Partner: www.rusty.eu (15 % Rabatt mit Code kookhausen15) www.its-on-zinc.com (10 % Rabatt mit Code "kookhausen") www.mokenvision.com (10 % Rabatt mit Code kookhausen10) mightyottersurfboards.com (10 % Rabatt mit Code kookhausen) srface.com (10 % Rabatt mit Code KOOKHAUSEN10) soul-surfers.de summersurf.de surfandfashion.net (10 % Rabatt mit Kook10) Danke fürs Zuhören!
Chicago Tribune reporter Olivia Olander joines Springfield's Morning News to discuss three advisory referenda that appear on the top of the ballot statewide in November and what they mean.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Parable Ministries Presents: A Pickled Parables Study of James. Part 7: Real Faith Cares and Endures.James reminds us real faith endures to the end.--Scriptures Explored: James 5; Hebrews 12:2-3--Elijah Olander, is currently studying for a Master's in Ministry at Phoenix Seminary. He lives in Prescott, Arizona with his wife, Gabriela. They attend Canyon Bible Church of Prescott. Elijah plans to go into full time ministry, whether pastoral or in a parachurch ministry. He has a strong desire for people to grow in their love and knowledge of the Word, which ultimately means a greater love and knowledge of Christ!--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi
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3/8/24: MTA's Max Page: Biden, unions & MCAS. Scott Coen: UMass & the MAC. Donnabelle Casis w/ MHC prof Dixon Williams on Anila Quayyum Agha. Carrie Baker w/ Merle Hoffman: "Choices: A Post-Roe Abortion Rights Manifesto." Megan Zinn w/ poet Carolina Hotchandani ("The Bookeaters") & Perugia Press' Becky Olander.
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Parable Ministries Presents: A Pickled Parables Study of James. Part 5: Living Real Faith.James reminds us to live out our real faith in Christ to the benefit of those around us.--Scriptures Explored: James 3; John 4; Titus 2; Isaiah 42--Elijah Olander, is currently studying for a Master's in Ministry at Phoenix Seminary. He lives in Prescott, Arizona with his wife, Gabriela. They attend Canyon Bible Church of Prescott. Elijah plans to go into full time ministry, whether pastoral or in a parachurch ministry. He has a strong desire for people to grow in their love and knowledge of the Word, which ultimately means a greater love and knowledge of Christ!--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi
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Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with Stefan Olander, the founder and CEO of OMORPHO, a game-changing fitness innovation. Stefan shares the origins of his organization and the compelling vision behind it. Discover how OMORPHOS is redefining fitness through thoughtfully distributed weight and peak efficiency. We delve into the science behind microloading and the remarkable benefits it offers. Learn how this cutting-edge technology has become a valuable supplement to various training methods and everyday activities, outshining traditional heavy weight vests. Stefan shares inspiring stories of athletes experiencing transformative results by incorporating OMORPHO products into their routines. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, you'll find invaluable insights on how to enhance your life and training with OMORPHO. Join us for a deep dive into the future of fitness and discover how OMORPHO is leading the way. @OMORPHO on instagram omorpho.com to explore the product and science behind microloading
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In this episode Bobby Maximus and Joe Cebula sit down with the Founder/CEO of Omorpho Stefan Olander to discuss weighted vests, apparel and the science of micro loading
John Olander of The Sugar Hold joins us for episode 40 of the Cheap Flights and Cornbread Podcast at Putnam Place in Saratoga Springs, NY
In this episode of Fitness Disrupted 2.0 Tom interviews Stefan Olander, former VP of Global Digital Innovation at Nike and current CEO and Co-Founder of the Gravity Sportswear company Omorpho.
Today, I'm joined by Stefan Olander, co-founder & CEO of OMORPHO, a weighted apparel company. Founded in 2017 with the goal to reinvent the weighted vest, OMORPHO's “gravity sportswear” apparel is designed to help its wearers train smarter and improve performance. With MicroLoad technology—small amounts of weight evenly distributed across each garment—they are creating a new category of functional sportswear for everyday use. In this episode, we discuss OMORPHO's athlete-tested weighted apparel, Stefan's learnings from working 20 years at Nike, plus the challenges and opportunities in defining a new category. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why Stefan left Nike for OMORPHO • The difference between weight vests and gravity sportswear • How the company plans to defend their technology Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:21) Stefan's background (02:34) Stefan's journey to starting OMORPHO (06:39) Weighted apparel and MicroLoading (10:15) Marketing strategies (13:57) Expanding retail footprint (15:27) Building a lifestyle brand (17:10) Testing process and supply chain (20:06) Protecting the technology (22:05) Teaming up with professional athletes (24:10) Brand marketing (26:25) Future growth plans (28:38) Idea to execution (31:09) New collections to look out for (31:58) Conclusion