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Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group says it has captured Uvira town near DR Congo's southeastern border with Burundi. This comes after US President Donald Trump brokered a peace deal between DR Congolese leader Felix Tshisekedi and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda in Washington DC last week. We look at what the renewed fighting means for DR Congo and the peace agreement.Also, a housing deficit poses a threat to Africa's young people with increased difficulty in renting or acquiring homes. Where will Africa's youth live? Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Bella Twine, Keikantse Shumba, Dingindaba Jonah Buyoya and Madina Maishanu Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

Gaza: Aid teams push to step up support as rain and cold take hold UN aid teams have been responding to torrential rains and cold in Gaza by focusing on helping the most vulnerable people in the wartorn enclave. Newborns and people living in areas prone to flooding are most at risk but efforts are underway to boost the number of winter clothing kits for children. Speaking from Al Mawasi in Gaza, Jonathan Cricx from the UN Children's Fund, UNICEF, described how overnight downpours had soaked the clothes and mattresses of many living in makeshift tents:  “Those children, they're really suffering not only from the rain, but as well from the cold temperature. It's 6°C or 7°C in the Gaza Strip...What we are doing with UNICEF is we're trying to bring a lot of winter clothes…We also brought shoes. We brought 8,000 tents. We brought 600,000 blankets. But all this is far from being enough because we have more than 1.5 million people here who are in dire need for humanitarian aid.” Residents have been given empty flour sacks to fill with sand to keep rising waters at bay, while it's estimated that more than 760 displacement sites hosting about 850,000 people face the highest risk of flooding. Around 200 families living on the Gaza shoreline in high-risk areas were also being helped on Thursday to relocate to “what remains of Hamad city in eastern Khan Younis”, according to the UN aid coordination office, OCHA. Gaza's humanitarian crisis continues, however, as humanitarians report that a key water pipeline is now damaged and out of service. Until last week, Bani Suhaila Mekorot channel supplied around 16,000 cubic metres of drinking water per day to Khan Younis. Fear and uncertainty in DR Congo amid heavy fighting  Renewed heavy fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed scores of civilians and uprooted communities who've fled in fear. UN aid coordinators OCHA has warned of “intense” clashes multiple territories, including Uvira, Walungu, Mwenga and Kalehe.  So far, more than 200,000 people have been displaced across South Kivu; most are sheltering in unsafe and overcrowded sites where the risk of disease is high. With more details, here's Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, Farhan Haq, speaking in New York on Wednesday: “The humanitarian impact of the crisis is now spilling across borders. Between December 5th and 8th, nearly 25,000 people crossed into Burundi, including Congolese nationals, Burundian returnees and third-country migrants – with additional arrivals also reported in Rwanda.”  The violence has disrupted aid assistance severely and forced the UN World Food Programme to suspend its activities across South Kivu. This has left 25,000 people without lifesaving food assistance, while host families share the last of their own reserves with displaced families, the agency said.  The UN's presence in DR Congo is limited; MONUSCO – the peacekeeping mission - is no longer deployed in South Kivu, while a Human Rights Council inquiry into serious abuses in the country has been left unstaffed because of dire funding shortfalls. Venezuela's national guard linked to serious abuses, rights investigators say To Venezuela, where investigators appointed by the Human Rights Council alleged on Thursday that the country's Bolivarian National Guard carried out a decade of systematic and serious violations, including crimes against humanity. In a new report, the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela detailed evidence of what it called “systematic and coordinated repression”. According to the independent investigators, the national guard's actions appear to have been steered by a centralised command structure under President Nicolas Maduro.…

In this bonus episode, Ghost takes listeners on a rapid-fire tour of Africa's escalating conflicts and how they tie directly into Trump's newly released National Security Strategy. He breaks down the Thai–Cambodian border clashes happening in real time as he reads the document, then pivots to major developments across Africa, Burundi and Rwanda trading accusations after bombings, the M23 rebel advance in the DRC, and the strategic fight for rare earth minerals that underpin global power. Ghost walks through maps, troop movements, rebel-backed offensives, and the growing involvement of regional players including Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, and the U.S. He also analyzes the attempted coup in Benin, Nigeria's controversial intervention, and the Sahel alliance's warning that their air defenses are now on high alert. Throughout the episode, Ghost connects each flashpoint to the broader global conflict playing out in Ukraine, Venezuela, and beyond, arguing that Africa has become a central front in the worldwide struggle between sovereign nations and globalist powers. A dense, immersive, high-signal briefing from start to finish.  

Tommy and Ben explain how President Trump forfeited our advantage in the artificial intelligence race by allowing Nvidia to sell advanced AI chips to China, break down the new White House National Security Strategy document and debate whether it matters, and explain how fighting between Thailand and Cambodia and between the DRC and Rwanda has exposed Trump's “peacemaker” image as a sham. They also talk about the lack of progress on a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, the bizarre story of a fake coup in Guinea Bissau, an attempted coup in Benin, troubling reports from Yemen's civil war, and former British Prime Minister Liz Truss's hilariously bad podcast debut. Then Tommy speaks to Anika Wells, Australia's Minister for Communications and Sport, about the country's social media ban for kids under 16.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin and Sylvia launched iRide Arusha in July 2024, offering motorcycle tours and rentals in Tanzania. Within 18 months they scaled across four East African cities through a franchise model called iRide Africa, with partners operating in Rwanda, Nairobi, and Mombasa. The franchise structure allows riders to cross borders and book multi-country tours.The episode covers operational realities: importing equipment across borders, navigating tourism regulations, managing multi-country payment processing, and running rentals and guided tours as two distinct businesses with different customer profiles and sales cycles. Kevin and Sylvia share how they find customers through motorcycle clubs, price for premium buyers, and use immediate response times as a competitive advantage.TOP 10 TAKEAWAYS1. Test adjacent niches when your market is saturatedRather than launch another safari company in an oversaturated market, Kevin and Sylvia identified motorcycle touring as an underserved adventure niche in East Africa. Consider what adjacent experiences your destination supports that competitors aren't offering.2. Franchise models can scale faster than going soloWithin 18 months, iRide expanded across four East African cities through franchise partnerships. Partners share mechanics, bikes, marketing resources, and customer referrals. This creates a network effect where riders can start in one country and end in another, adding value no single operator could deliver alone.3. Target communities, not just individualsKevin reaches out directly to motorcycle clubs in major US cities. One Chicago BMW Riders club is bringing eight people in February. Booking one club creates the revenue of eight individual customers with a fraction of the acquisition cost. Find the clubs, associations, or communities that match your experience type.4. Customer service is a competitive advantage in developing marketsTheir immediate response times and willingness to hop on Zoom calls builds trust fast, especially for customers who've never been to Africa.5. Platform diversification requires testing, not guessingiRide is on Get Your Guide, Viator, Klook, WeTravel, and fielding Facebook messages, but hasn't found the magic channel yet. Test widely, track what converts, double down there.6. Price for the experience you're actually delivering, not your self-doubtKevin admits they severely underpriced at launch. Beginner business owners often can't see their own value clearly. If you're offering wow moments and authentic connections, charge accordingly.7. Guided vs. rental requires different marketing and operationsRental customers (experienced, self-sufficient, quick decision makers) need less hand-holding than guided tour customers (more questions, longer planning cycles, higher price points). These are functionally two different businesses with different messaging, pricing, and customer profiles.8. Gross revenue and net income are very differentVehicle maintenance, cross-border parts sourcing, and insurance eat into margins constantly. Build cash reserves and expect hidden costs, especially in asset-heavy businesses.9. Local language fluency unlocks competitive advantagesSylvia's Swahili fluency helped navigate Interpol holds on imported bikes, handle tourism police complaints from competitors, and build long-term supplier relationships. Language access isn't just customer-facing—it's operational power.10. Differentiation isn't just what you do, it's how guests connectGuests consistently cite the vastness of the landscape and local interactions (like lunch with Sylvia's 88-year-old farming grandmother) as their standout memories. Design for connection points your format uniquely enables.

In this episode of Words With Wista, we're unpacking America's latest circus: the Supreme Court entertaining Trump's mission to end birthright citizenship, the National Park Service dropping free admission on MLK Day and Juneteenth while adding Trump's birthday, and Senator Bernie Moreno trying to make dual citizens pick a side like it's Survivor. We get into Trump vowing to send American companies to Congo and Rwanda to scoop up rare earth assets, Amazon plotting its own postal service, and Klarna rolling out membership tiers that cost more than people's groceries while Americans juggle $1.23 trillion in credit card debt. Major record labels want pricier streaming, Cinnabon fired an employee after a discriminatory incident caught on camera but supporters still donated over $50K to her, and a TikToker checked a commenter for his prejudiced remark by reminding him his Grindr account exists, that he's married, and that she will be telling his wife. The Kennedy Center Honors also sparked conversation after Trump presented awards to Sylvester Stallone, KISS, Michael Crawford, George Strait, and especially Gloria Gaynor, with many calling out the irony of the “I Will Survive” icon receiving honors while being a known supporter of the president. Plus, the Streamer Awards imploded under FanFan's jokes, the World Cup draw turned into a weird PR stunt for Trump, and Haiti lands a dream-but-terrifying group with Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland. A buffet of nonsense. IG: itswista Podcast IG: wordswithwista Substack: wordswithwista

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Andrew Mwenda joins The Long Form to reveal the truth behind the Uganda–Rwanda standoff, Museveni's long-term strategy, Kagame's leadership style, and the lies that pushed two nations to the brink. We explore regional power, misinformation, elite diplomacy, and the future of East African politics. Essential listening for anyone interested in Uganda, Rwanda, elections, journalism, governance, and Pan-African leadership.Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250 795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

US diplomacy under President Donald Trump has a bigger chance of success because it focuses on transactional deals that “translate into improvements of people's lives” instead of “theories about democracy, freedom and human rights”, argues Rwandan President Paul Kagame. Kagame, who has led Rwanda for more than 30 years, tells host Steve Clemons that he's “never seen the level of focus, attention, energy and pressure” that the US president brought to the conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, which led to the signing of a tentative deal between the two sides in Washington on December 4.

In this snow-day edition of Geopolitics with Ghost, Gordon breaks down the fast-moving and deeply tangled situation unfolding in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. He walks through the Trump-brokered peace signing with Presidents Kagame and Tshisekedi, the ongoing M23 rebel clashes, and why the mineral-rich Kivu region sits at the center of a decades-long geopolitical struggle. Ghost connects the dots on how rare earth metals, tech giants like Apple, Gulf-state investment, and the long shadow of the Israeli diamond cartel all converge in this conflict. From Mossad's covert interference to coup attempts, laundered minerals, and the collapse of legacy monopolies, Ghost exposes how global powers are reshaping Africa's future, and how Trump's strategy is forcing bad actors into the light. He also examines Apple's legal troubles, Al-Shabaab's sudden appearance in the region, and the broader implications for Russia, China, Venezuela, and the emerging sovereign-alliance realignment. A packed episode loaded with evidence, timelines, maps, and hard truths, all pointing to a world in rapid transition.

It's a £10-million-a-year badge on a legendary red shirt, but critics say it's a cover-up for a regime under fire. This episode rips the bandage off Arsenal's controversial partnership with Rwanda, investigating claims of "sportswashing" for a government accused of human rights abuses and fueling conflict in the DRC. We expose how this deal links North London to Stan Kroenke's American empire (LA Rams, LA Clippers) and ask the ultimate question: Is the club selling its soul for a spot on the global map, or is this a test of Arsenal's integrity? Arsenal FC Visit Rwanda sponsorship, football sportswashing examples, Stan Kroenke business empire, Paul Kagame human rights, Premier League ethical controversies.

The FBI arrests a suspect linked to the infamous January 6 pipe bomb—we have exclusive details, Rwanda and the DRC ink a peace deal brokered by President Trump, and the border fight goes digital. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3 - - - Today's Sponsors: NetSuite - Get the free business guide, Demystifying AI, https://NetSuite.com/MORNINGWIRE Zocdoc - Go to Zocdoc.com/WIRE to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy morning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's MeidasTouch Podcast, Ben reports solo to break down another alarming moment as Trump nods off during a press conference touting a fake “peace deal” between Congo and Rwanda, exposing once again the collapse of basic competence inside this administration. He digs into new, deeply troubling revelations about the controversial U.S. boat strikes near Venezuela, examines the skyrocketing layoffs now reaching levels not seen since the pandemic, tracks the escalating internal chaos tearing the GOP apart, and discusses a federal grand jury refusing to indict New York AG Letitia James. All that, plus the latest breaking news and analysis. Subscribe to Meidas+ at https://meidasplus.com Get Meidas Merch: https://store.meidastouch.com Deals from our sponsors!  Aura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/MEIDAS. Promo Code MEIDAS Qualia: Go to https://qualialife.com/MEIDAS for up to 50% off your purchase and use code MEIDAS for an additional 15%. Soul: Go to https://GetSoul.com and use code: MEIDAS to get 40% OFF your order! L-Nutra Prolon: Visit https://ProlonLife.com/MEIDAS to claim your 15% discount plus a $40 bonus gift! Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/meidas and use promo code: MEIDAS to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details, visit: https://hometitlelock.com/warranty Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Eurovision Song Contest has been thrown into turmoil after four nations said they would boycott next year's event. Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia had wanted Israel to be excluded because of the war in Gaza, but a meeting of the European Broadcasting Union said it could take part. Other countries, including Germany, had threatened to walk out if Israel could not participate. Also: A prominent Palestinian militia leader and Hamas opponent has been killed in Gaza. The US military says it conducted another deadly strike on a boat suspected of carrying illegal narcotics as questions mount over the legality of previous attacks. Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo sign a peace deal in Washington. A British inquiry has found that Vladimir Putin bears "moral responsibility" for the poisoning of a woman in England with the nerve agent Novichok in 2018. And how a volcanic eruption may have helped spread the Black Death in the 1300s.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

Today's Headlines: Federal investigators finally arrested a suspect in the January 6th pipe bomb case — 30-year-old Brian Cole Jr. — though AG Pam Bondi says they still don't know the motive and didn't get any new tips. Meanwhile, pardoned J6 defendant Taylor Taranto popped up near Rep. Jamie Raskin's house, prompting another bump in security during what's starting to feel like a never-ending wave of threats. The DOJ is also trying to re-indict Letitia James and James Comey after their earlier cases collapsed thanks to the administration forgetting you actually need legitimate prosecutors. A new grand jury declined to indict James on mortgage fraud, and the GAO has now opened an investigation into FHFA director Bill Pulte — the guy reportedly cooking up the bogus mortgage probes against Trump enemies. Trump declared he's solved war again, announcing “peace” between Rwanda and militant forces in the DRC… despite fighting still happening. Over in the real war he can't magically fix, Putin rejected the latest Ukraine peace draft after chats with Kushner & Witkoff. And according to a leaked call, European leaders warned Zelensky that the U.S. might screw Ukraine over in negotiations. At home, the Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that Texas can use its aggressively gerrymandered congressional map for 2026 — a huge boost to Republicans. In”people who won't go away” news, Mike Lindell is now running for governor of Minnesota. And finally, the NFL announced new uniform field-safety standards for all stadiums by 2028, presumably so players stop shredding their knees to enhance player safety. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NBC News: Officials say a fresh review of evidence led to arrest in D.C. pipe bomb case Axios: Scoop: Security upped for Rep. Jamie Raskin after alleged incident Axios: Grand jury declines second attempt to indict Letitia James Axios: Trump ally Pulte under investigation by congressional watchdog Axios: Trump's peace deal without the peace between DRC and Rwanda AP News: Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine Spiegel: Confidential Conference on Ukraine Peace: "We Must Not Leave Ukraine and Volodymyr Alone with These Guys" - DER SPIEGEL WSJ: Supreme Court to Allow Texas to Use New Congressional Map in Win for Republicans MS Now: MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell wants to run for Minnesota governor AP News: NFL mandates playing surfaces for all stadiums meet new standards by 2028 to enhance player safety Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the BBC World Service: Major airports in India have descended into chaos after the airline IndiGo either canceled or delayed hundreds of flights for the fourth consecutive day. IndiGo says there have been technical issues with aircraft or winter schedules that have delayed some flights, but the biggest reason is a pilot shortage. Also, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed a peace deal, and some countries are boycotting Eurovision over Israel's involvement.

Subscribe now to skip the ads and get more content. Don't forget to download our Chinese Prestige miniseries, currently on sale for $5. Annual subscribers get the series free!  Despite sitting on a large surplus of Labubus, Danny and Derek work hard to bring you the news. This week: in Russia-Ukraine, new US diplomacy goes nowhere (1:08), Ukraine is now attacking Russian commercial ships (5:55), and the EU moves to phase out Russian natural gas (8:35); in the DRC-Rwanda conflict, Trump hosts a peace deal signing as fighting resumes with M23 in the eastern DRC (11:17); new fighting erupts in southern Yemen (14:19); Lebanon and Israel hold ceasefire talks as the IDF resumes strikes (17:08); in Gaza, new clashes leave a gang leader dead (19:45), the ceasefire implementation sees minimal progress (23:48), and Israel reopens the the Rafah checkpoint (26:24); Sudan's RSF claims a new advance in the Kordofan region (28:40); a bizarre coup unfolds in Guinea-Bissau (30:40); Trump moves closer to military action against Venezuela (36:55); Honduras heads toward a contentious election (40:17); the US pauses entry from 19 countries after the DC National Guard shooting (43:46); and a double-tap strike on a boat in the Caribbean raises new legal questions (45:43). Join the Discord (subscribers get access to all channels).

From the BBC World Service: Major airports in India have descended into chaos after the airline IndiGo either canceled or delayed hundreds of flights for the fourth consecutive day. IndiGo says there have been technical issues with aircraft or winter schedules that have delayed some flights, but the biggest reason is a pilot shortage. Also, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed a peace deal, and some countries are boycotting Eurovision over Israel's involvement.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show kicks off with a sharp look at global and political headlines, starting with President Trump’s announcement of a U.S.–brokered peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda—despite skepticism from experts who note that rebel groups weren’t included and conflict remains ongoing. The team also examines concerns over the U.S. benefiting from Congolese minerals while Congolese citizens remain on the American travel ban list. Meanwhile, in a story that stunned listeners, the crew discusses the tragic shooting death of Chicago mother Remika Meeks-Blackmon, with new details showing the alleged shooter was romantically tied to the same man—who shockingly fist-bumped her afterward. In entertainment, Tamar Braxton’s career is thriving as she signs on to star alongside Taye Diggs in the upcoming Tubi thriller Stepfather. The show also digs into resurfaced accusations against Brian McKnight after his son revealed emotional details about being denied an “I love you” during his battle with cancer. And in lighter but still jaw-dropping news, the crew reacts to NFL quarterback Jameis Winston revealing his family had been burning through $400,000 a month, prompting him to clamp down on spending. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump announces that the U.S. is brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda—despite skepticism from experts who note that rebel groups weren’t included and conflict remains ongoing. The team also examines concerns over the U.S. benefiting from Congolese minerals while Congolese citizens remain on the American travel ban list. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe now to skip the ads and get more content.Don't forget to download our Chinese Prestige miniseries, currently on sale for $5. Annual subscribers get the series free! Despite sitting on a large surplus of Labubus, Danny and Derek work hard to bring you the news. This week: in Russia-Ukraine, new US diplomacy goes nowhere (1:08), Ukraine is now attacking Russian commercial ships (5:55), and the EU moves to phase out Russian natural gas (8:35); in the DRC-Rwanda conflict, Trump hosts a peace deal signing as fighting resumes with M23 in the eastern DRC (11:17); new fighting erupts in southern Yemen (14:19); Lebanon and Israel hold ceasefire talks as the IDF resumes strikes (17:08); in Gaza, new clashes leave a gang leader dead (19:45), the ceasefire implementation sees minimal progress (23:48), and Israel reopens the the Rafah checkpoint (26:24); Sudan's RSF claims a new advance in the Kordofan region (28:40); a bizarre coup unfolds in Guinea-Bissau (30:40); Trump moves closer to military action against Venezuela (36:55); Honduras heads toward a contentious election (40:17); the US pauses entry from 19 countries after the DC National Guard shooting (43:46); and a double-tap strike on a boat in the Caribbean raises new legal questions (45:43).Join the Discord (subscribers get access to all channels).Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Lots of work to do—let's get to it—Here are 3 big things for this hour—   Number One— The pressure is building on the billion dollar fraud scheme allegedly perpetrated by the Somali community in Minnesota—to steal welfare money—so bad that Ilhan Omar is speechless—   Number Two— President Trump welcomed the leaders of Rwanda and the Congo to the White House—before travelling to the Trump Institute of Peace to sign a deal formally ending a decades long war—   Number Three— It is Free Speech Free for All Friday—your chance to be heard—and we will get to that— the Patriot Mobile Common Sense Hotline is 877-310-9966—877-310-9966—  

Badlands Media presents full coverage of the 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting, where President Trump and First Lady Melania lead a joyful, tradition-filled ceremony from President's Park. The event opens with tributes to U.S. service members around the world before the First Family arrives to light the iconic tree in a festive countdown. President Trump delivers a wide-ranging Christmas message celebrating faith, gratitude, and national renewal, highlighting America's secure border, booming economy, and a wave of newly brokered peace agreements, including that day's historic settlement between Rwanda and Congo. Joined by Vice President J.D. Vance, Cabinet officials, international guests, and public figures like Wayne Gretzky, the ceremony blends reverence with celebration as Trump reflects on the biblical meaning of Christmas, honors military heroes and first responders, and praises the National Park Service and evening performers. The night captures a unifying moment of holiday spirit, national pride, and global significance as the tree illuminates the season for millions.

Badlands Media presents full special-event coverage as President Trump hosts the historic signing of the Washington Accords between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, a landmark peace agreement ending more than 30 years of violent conflict that claimed over 10 million lives. Speaking from the newly inaugurated U.S. Institute of Peace building, Trump highlights the courage of both nations' leaders, the role of American diplomacy, and the broad regional support behind the accord. The ceremony features statements from Presidents Kagame and Tshisekedi, as well as leaders from Angola, Burundi, Kenya, Uganda, Qatar, the UAE, and the African Union, each underscoring the significance of the agreement for stability, economic integration, and global development. Trump also announces bilateral U.S. agreements expanding critical-minerals partnerships and major American investment in Africa's resource and energy sectors. This special coverage captures the full event, from opening remarks to the signing moment, documenting a rare diplomatic breakthrough with global implications.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss today's FIFA event at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, where President Donald Trump received the first ever FIFA Peace Prize. Also, Trump has renamed the U.S. Peace Institute after himself, and used it as the venue for yesterday's signing of a peace accord between The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. Then, RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon to discuss the arrest of the alleged Jan. 6, 2021 pipe-bombing suspect, and what the arrest means for FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino. Also a look at new economic numbers on inflation released this morning, and their implications for next week's Federal Reserve vote on interest rates, scheduled for December 10th. Then finally, they discuss yesterday's Supreme Court's decision on redistricting in Texas. The Court blocked a lower court decision that found the new boundaries were likely unconstitutional because they were drawn based on race, allowing Texas to adopt the congressional map designed by the GOP in the upcoming 2026 midterms. Also, "You Cannot Be Serious" stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Au sommaire : Ce jeudi 4 décembre 2025, le président congolais Félix Tshisekedi et son homologue rwandais Paul Kagame ont signé à Washington un accord de paix qui devrait mettre fin à trois décennies de guerre en République démocratique du Congo. Que contient cet accord ? Peut-on vraiment espérer l'arrêt des combats ? Côté américain, outre une victoire diplomatique, quels profits économiques pourraient en tirer Donald Trump ? Que s'est-il passé à Yaoundé ? Une onde de choc secoue le Cameroun depuis l'annonce du décès, après 37 jours de détention, de l'opposant Anicet Ekane, figure historique de la lutte pour la démocratie. Déploiement militaire américain dans les Caraïbes, blocage aérien, frappes contre de supposés narcotrafiquants, ultimatum au président Maduro… Les États-Unis vont-ils entrer en guerre contre le Venezuela ? Chaque semaine, des journalistes et éditorialistes africains décryptent l'actualité africaine et internationale.  Au sommaire : Avec la participation de :  Karine Oriot, éditorialiste camerounaise Boubacar Sanso Barry, administrateur général du site d'information guinéen le Djely.com et rédacteur en chef de l'hebdomadaire «Le Punch»  Jean-Marie Kassamba, directeur général de la chaîne télévisée Télé 50 en République démocratique du Congo.

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Pas de poignée de main, hier, jeudi 4 décembre, à Washington entre Paul Kagame et Félix Tshisekedi, malgré la signature d'un accord de paix entre le Rwanda et la République démocratique du Congo. Les deux chefs d'État ont remercié leur homologue américain Donald Trump pour ses efforts en faveur de la paix, mais ont tenu des discours d'une grande prudence sur les chances de succès de cet accord. Zobel Behalal est expert senior à la Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime (GI-TOC), c'est-à-dire l'Initiative mondiale contre le crime organisé transnational. Il livre son analyse au micro de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : Qu'est-ce que vous avez pensé de cette cérémonie hier soir à Washington ? Zobel Behalal : Écoutez, le président Trump a réussi un grand coup diplomatique. Il a réussi à amener à Washington deux chefs d'État qui ne se sont pas rencontrés depuis longtemps. Mais on se rend aussi compte qu'il était le seul à être content dans cette salle, parce que les présidents congolais et rwandais, à travers leur langage corporel, ont montré qu'ils n'étaient pas très engagés pour cette signature. Apparemment, en tout cas, il n'y a pas eu de poignée de main entre les deux chefs d'Etat du Congo et du Rwanda ? Ça illustre le très peu d'engagement de ces deux chefs d'État, le très peu d'entrain à venir signer ces accords. On sait, à partir des sources dans les différents pays, que le président Tshisekedi et le président rwandais n'ont pas pu résister à la pression exercée depuis plusieurs mois par l'administration Trump. Et voilà le résultat que ça a donné, ce sentiment de défiance dans la salle, l'absence de poignée de main qui fait douter de la portée de cet événement du 4 décembre. Et visiblement, les deux chefs d'État s'évitaient du regard pendant toute la cérémonie. Alors, pendant son discours, le Rwandais Paul Kagame a dit : « Il y aura des hauts et des bas ». Est-ce à dire qu'il ne suffit pas de signer un accord pour que la paix revienne ? Absolument. J'ai envie de dire qu'il y aura un peu plus de bas que de hauts d'ailleurs. Lorsqu'on regarde le terrain aujourd'hui, avec la poursuite des affrontements entre le M23 et l'armée congolaise, on a de grosses inquiétudes. Et malheureusement, les populations à l'est de la RDC ne vont pas se réveiller demain, la semaine prochaine, avec un horizon un peu plus apaisé. Le Congolais Félix Tshisekedi, dans son discours, a eu ce mot : « Nous espérons que le Rwanda fera preuve du même sérieux que nous »... C'est la raison pour laquelle, même si on peut se réjouir du fait que, et ça, c'est à mettre au crédit de l'administration Trump, que l'économie soit revenue au centre du jeu… On est aussi forcé à la prudence sur l'avenir de cet accord qui a été signé hier. Oui, parce que ce que sous-entendait le président congolais, c'était l'espoir que les Rwandais retirent leurs troupes du Congo ? Le président congolais ne cesse de le dire. Il a encore répété devant la diaspora congolaise lors d'une visite à Belgrade « Rien ne se fera tant que le Rwanda ne sera pas parti du Congo ». Et les Rwandais disent à leur tour que rien ne se fera tant que les Congolais n'auront pas combattu les FDLR. Et l'un des documents de cet accord dit clairement que le Cadre régional d'intégration économique ne sera pas mis en œuvre tant que ces mesures-là ne seront pas achevées. Donc, on est ici dans la satisfaction d'avoir eu les deux chefs d'État qui viennent à Washington pour le bonheur du président Trump, mais on est face aussi à l'inquiétude pour le quotidien des populations congolaises. Et quand le président burundais Evariste Ndayishimiye a déclaré « s'engager, c'est une chose, mettre en œuvre est une autre chose », est-ce qu'il n'a pas résumé l'opinion générale ?  Absolument. On parle ici d'un président qui connaît bien la région, qui connaît bien les différents protagonistes, qui est d'ailleurs en froid, le Burundi est d'ailleurs en froid avec le Rwanda. Donc, ils sont tous conscients des difficultés énormes, de l'Himalaya vers lequel on s'engage aujourd'hui en signant cet accord. Mais prenons l'exemple de la mine de Rubaya, qui produirait 15 % du coltan mondial et qui se trouve actuellement sous le contrôle du M23. Est-ce qu'avec les accords signés hier, on va pouvoir tracer le coltan qui part de cette mine de l'est du Congo vers le Rwanda et ensuite vers le marché occidental ? La mine de Rubaya, depuis plusieurs années, est une source du financement du conflit. Les minerais qui sont exploités à Rubaya, déjà, avant la présence du M23 qui l'occupe aujourd'hui, étaient blanchis et continuaient à être blanchis au Rwanda. Les processus de traçabilité existaient déjà, mais les acteurs sur le terrain avaient réussi à les contourner. C'est vrai que, dans les accords qui ont été signés à Washington, il y a une dimension de traçabilité de ces minerais. Mais, je pense que si cette traçabilité n'a pas été efficace à 100 % avant, il n'y a pas de raison qu'elle le soit demain sans un changement radical. Le point sur lequel on veut insister, c'est la présence des réseaux du crime transnational organisé, qui ont intérêt à ce que ce désordre continue, parce que, grâce à ce désordre, ils peuvent s'enrichir. Donc, tant qu'on n'aura pas adopté des mesures tangibles pour lutter contre ces réseaux du crime transnational organisé, toutes les autres mesures seront inefficaces. Et quand je regarde les accords qui ont été signés, je n'ai pas l'impression qu'on se soit engagé vers cette logique-là. À lire aussiRDC-Rwanda: sous l'égide de Trump, Tshisekedi et Kagame signent un accord de paix

C'est à la Une du Journal de Kinshasa : « La RDC et le Rwanda tournent la page des tensions. Le jeudi 4 décembre 2025 restera gravé dans l'histoire de la région des Grands Lacs ». Sans évoquer l'ambiance, glaciale, de cette rencontre, le Journal de Kinshasa revient sur les principales déclarations des deux présidents. Tout d'abord le chef de l'État rwandais : Paul Kagame a estimé que la feuille de route signée hier « est la plus claire et la plus précieuse que nous ayons jamais eue ». Il a aussi remercié Donald Trump, alors que Félix Tshisekedi de son côté, « qualifiait les Accords de Washington de tournant historique ». Quant au président américain Donald Trump, il a insisté sur « la rapidité du processus » qu'il a lui-même initié… Les accords sont signés mais sur le terrain, rien n'est réglé. Pourtant, le Journal de Kinshasa se veut optimiste, estimant que la signature de ces accords « marque le début d'une dynamique nouvelle, orientée vers la stabilité, la coopération économique et la prospérité partagée ». Africanews qui s'est rendu à Goma, la capitale du Nord-Kivu a pu constater que ce sommet « faisait naître un mélange d'espoir et de scepticisme ». « Le sentiment général, ajoute Africanews, est résumé par un habitant de Goma qui affirme : "ils disent être dans un processus de paix et après nous apprenons que la guerre reprend. Cela nous fait mal et nous sommes très inquiets" ».  Exaspération Les Somaliens sont en colère. C'est Afrik.com, qui nous dit que « que la Somalie est indignée par les propos ouvertement racistes de Donald Trump ». Récemment, le président américain « s'est violemment attaqué aux immigrés somaliens vivant aux États-Unis, les qualifiant "d'ordures" indésirables, ne faisant rien d'autre que de se plaindre ». « Dans la capitale somalienne », raconte Afrik.com, « l'indignation est générale. Habitants et membres de la société civile peinent à croire à la violence du discours présidentiel américain et s'inquiètent du climat de stigmatisation croissant ». Mais ce n'est pas le seul point que souligne le site d'information panafricain. Car « au-delà de la colère contre Donald Trump, plusieurs voix dénoncent l'absence de réaction des autorités somaliennes ».  L'une des personnes interviewées par Afrik.com, exprime ainsi « son exaspération » : « Trump insulte quotidiennement les Somaliens, nous traitant d'ordures et utilisant d'autres termes péjoratifs que nous ne pouvons plus tolérer. Nos dirigeants auraient dû réagir à ses propos. » Nouvelle arrestation En Tunisie, l'une des dernières figures de l'opposition encore en liberté, Ahmed Nejib Chebbi, président du Front du Salut National, a été arrêté hier. Tunisie Webdo précise qu'il a été arrêté, « en exécution du jugement définitif prononcé à son encontre dans l'affaire dite "du complot contre la sûreté de l'État" ». Il a été « interpellé à son domicile pour purger une peine de 12 ans de prison ». Tunisie Webdo en profite pour annoncer demain, « une grande marche pour "dénoncer l'injustice" qui sera organisée à Tunis ». Le parti Al Joumhouri, fondé par Ahmed Nejib Chebbi, souligne qu'avant lui, d'autres personnalités proches de l'opposition ont récemment été arrêtées. Il parle ainsi de « l'enlèvement de la militante Chaima Issa, puis de l'arrestation de l'avocat Ayachi Hammami, cette semaine ». Pour Al Joumhouri, ces arrestations « de responsables politiques, de militants, de journalistes et de blogueurs » visent ni plus ni moins, « à fermer l'espace public et à réduire au silence les voix critiques ».

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President Donald Trump will bring leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda together in Washington on Thursday to sign new deals aimed at stabilizing a war-scarred region and attracting Western mining investment. Rwandan President Paul Kagame and Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi are expected to pledge their commitment to an economic integration compact already agreed to last month, as well as a U.S.-brokered peace deal reached in June but still not implemented.Lawmakers on Capitol Hill will receive a classified briefing today from Admiral Frank “Mitch” Bradley, the Navy commander who reportedly ordered a follow-up strike that killed survivors of an attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat near Venezuela. Admiral Bradley now leads U.S. Special Operations Command. He will brief top House and Senate lawmakers as pressure builds on Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

Donald Trump a présidé à Washington la signature d'un accord de paix entre la RDC et le Rwanda, qu'il a qualifié de "miracle", malgré la poursuite de violents combats dans l'est congolais. Paul Kagame a salué une médiation "pragmatique", tout en prévenant que la mise en œuvre de l'accord serait jalonnée de "hauts et des bas". Félix Tshisekedi a lui aussi remercié Donald Trump pour "le début d'un nouveau chemin", tout en avertissant qu'il serait "exigeant" et "difficile".

Alors que les tensions sont vives entre la RDC et le Rwanda, les présidents Félix Tshisekedi et Paul Kagame sont attendus ce jeudi à Washington, aux côtés de Donald Trump, pour signer l'accord de paix conclu entre leurs pays en juin dernier. Après trois décennies d'insécurité dans l'est de la RDC, quel sera l'impact sur le terrain ? La paix est-elle à portée de main ? Vos réactions nous intéressent.

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Avec cette étape décisive ce jeudi 4 décembre à la Maison Blanche, à Washington, entre Donald Trump et les présidents congolais et rwandais Félix Tshisekedi et Paul Kagame. Les trois dirigeants devraient officiellement parapher l'accord de paix entre la RDC et le Rwanda suite à l'accord de Washington signé en juin dernier. Cet accord « comprend cinq dispositions, précise Afrikarabia, site spécialisé sur la RDC : la cessation des hostilités, le respect de l'intégrité territoriale de la RDC, le désengagement des groupes armés non-étatiques, à savoir l'AFC/M23, soutenu par le Rwanda et les milices supplétives Wazalendo, armées par Kinshasa. L'accord prévoit également l'intégration conditionnelle de ces groupes dans l'armée, au cas par cas et la création d'un cadre d'intégration économique régional entre la RDC et le Rwanda, assorti d'investissements américains. Le hic, pointe Afrikarabia, c'est que les résolutions de l'accord de Washington sont sur la table depuis plusieurs mois, sans aucun effet de désescalade sur le terrain militaire. La guerre continue comme si de rien n'était. En cause, la non-application de deux mesures essentielles : le retrait effectif des troupes rwandaises du sol congolais pour Kinshasa, et la neutralisation des FDLR, héritiers des génocidaires hutus rwandais, pour Kigali. Sur ces deux dispositions, aucune avancée n'a été notée, relève encore Afrikarabia. L'accord n'étant pas contraignant, ce qui constitue le principal obstacle à son application, les deux parties peuvent ainsi jouer très longtemps au jeu du chat et de la souris ». Les mises en garde de Tshisekedi D'ailleurs, hier, avant d'arriver à Washington, rapporte Le Forum des As à Kinshasa, le président congolais Félix Tshisekedi a prévenu : « "l'application du texte reste strictement conditionnée au retrait total des forces rwandaises du territoire congolais. Et ça, c'est indiscutable", a-t-il lancé. (…) Félix Tshisekedi a également mis en garde contre les interprétations hâtives et les effets d'annonce entourant la signature de Washington. L'accord, a-t-il précisé, existe bel et bien, mais il comporte des clauses essentielles voulues par Kinshasa : il n'entrera pleinement en vigueur que si et seulement si une paix réelle est vécue entre les deux pays ». Bref, conclut Le Forum des As : « le message était clair : la RDC avance vers la paix, mais ne transigera ni sur sa souveraineté, ni sur l'exigence d'un retrait total des troupes rwandaises ». Patience… En tout cas, « la réussite de ce plan de paix se mesurera dans les six prochains mois, estime pour sa part Le Journal de Kinshasa. Les indicateurs seront clairs : un retrait effectif du M23 des zones minières, la fin du soutien rwandais aux rebelles et une amélioration tangible de la situation à Goma, Bukavu et dans les zones voisines. Déjà, en 2002, rappelle le site congolais, l'Amérique de Bush avait démontré qu'elle pouvait contraindre Kigali à retirer ses troupes. En 2025, l'Amérique de Trump veut prouver qu'elle peut créer les conditions d'une paix durable. La mission est plus complexe. Il ne s'agit plus seulement de retirer des soldats, mais de bâtir un système politique, sécuritaire et économique assez solide pour empêcher leur retour ». Algérie : le journaliste français Christophe Gleizes condamné à sept ans de prison À la Une également : pas de clémence pour Christophe Gleizes… En Algérie, le journaliste français a vu sa peine de sept ans de prison confirmée en appel hier. Immense déception pour sa famille et ses collègues. Le ministère français des Affaires étrangères dit « regretter vivement cette peine » et « appelle à la libération » du journaliste. Un verdict en effet, relève Jeune Afrique, « particulièrement scruté à Paris où, après une longue période de froid, on est entré en phase de rapprochement avec les autorités algériennes (suite à la libération de l'écrivain Boualem Sansal). Une visite à Alger du ministre de l'Intérieur Laurent Nuñez devrait intervenir rapidement, mais elle pourrait être compromise par la sévérité de la cour d'appel. Sauf si, comme Boualem Sansal avant lui, Christophe Gleizes devait bénéficier rapidement d'une mesure de grâce ». Le chercheur Hasni Abidi interrogé par Libération à Paris, y croit : « l'Algérie a toujours voulu contrôler le timing et avoir la main sur le processus judiciaire. Maintenant qu'il est terminé, la diplomatie va prendre le relais, affirme-t-il. Il faut que le ministre de l'Intérieur, Laurent Nuñez, se rende à Alger, comme prévu. Et c'est en poursuivant le dialogue qu'une solution et des arrangements politiques pourront être trouvés ».

C'est ce jeudi 4 décembre 2025, à Washington, aux États-Unis, que le Congolais Félix Tshisekedi et le Rwandais Paul Kagame doivent ratifier un accord de paix en présence de Donald Trump. Mais comme les combats font rage actuellement au Sud-Kivu, beaucoup s'interrogent sur la portée réelle de l'accord à venir sur le terrain. Léonard She Okitundu a été le ministre congolais des Affaires étrangères de 2016 à 2019. Aujourd'hui, il est député national et vice-président de la commission des Affaires étrangères à l'Assemblée congolaise. Pour lui, la solution passe par une vraie neutralisation des FDLR (Forces démocratiques de libération du Rwanda). De passage à Paris, il le dit au micro de Christophe Boisbouvier et Patient Ligodi. RFI : Alors, la principale condition que pose le Rwanda au retrait de ses troupes du Congo, c'est la neutralisation par l'armée congolaise des rebelles hutus rwandais FDLR qui sont basés au Congo. Pourquoi cela n'a-t-il pas encore été fait ? Léonard She Okitundu : Concernant la République démocratique du Congo, cette question des FDLR est une question déterminante. Et c'est pour ça que moi, j'essaye par tous les moyens que le gouvernement soit considéré comme le meilleur élève de l'application des résolutions du Conseil de sécurité. Parce que le seul reproche qu'on fait à la RDC sur cette question-là, c'est justement cette fameuse collaboration avec les FDLR. Par conséquent, de mon point de vue, il doit être pris en République démocratique du Congo des mesures radicales contre ce mouvement. Parce que finalement, ce mouvement est en train de prendre en otage toute la République démocratique du Congo. Parce que sur cette question des FDLR, je crois qu'il y a une certaine unanimité de la part des membres du Conseil de sécurité, sur la nécessité, si pas, l'obligation de neutraliser ces groupes armés qui opéreraient sur le territoire de la République démocratique du Congo. Des mesures radicales, ça veut dire des mesures crédibles ? Crédibles, c'est-à-dire qui soient considérées crédibles par ceux auprès de qui nous cherchons l'appui en vue de dégager une solution diplomatique à ce conflit. Parce qu'il n'y a pas de solution militaire. Oui, mais il y a quelques jours, un porte-parole des FDLR présents sur votre territoire a affirmé qu'il n'était pas question pour ces forces de désarmer. Est-ce que ce n'est pas une déclaration qui donne raison au Rwanda, dans les reproches de laxisme et de négligence qu'il adresse aux autorités congolaises ? Effectivement, moi, je considère cette déclaration comme extrêmement grave. On ne peut pas accepter que le responsable de ce mouvement fasse une telle déclaration. Par conséquent, j'estime que le gouvernement, par mesure radicale, devrait considérer toute personne qui se réclame de ce groupe armé indésirable sur le territoire de la République démocratique du Congo. Persona non grata ? Persona non grata. Mais franchement, est-ce que les FARDC du Congo et les FDLR rwandais ne combattent pas ensemble depuis de très longues années contre le M23 et l'armée rwandaise… Et du coup, est-ce que, sur le terrain, les officiers FARDC ne sont pas redevables à l'égard de leurs frères d'armes hutus rwandais ? Et du coup, est-ce qu'ils ne sont pas hostiles à toute neutralisation de ces FDLR ? S'il y a des gens qui sont hostiles, alors là franchement, cela devrait être sévèrement sanctionné. Nous ne pouvons pas accepter la moindre collaboration avec les FDLR. Jusqu'à présent, d'ailleurs, dans les négociations qui sont faites, on ne mentionne pas le gouvernement en tant que tel, mais on considère que ce sont certains éléments des forces armées congolaises qui collaborent avec les FDLR. Alors, dans ces conditions, autant on doit être sévère à l'égard de ces FDLR, autant aussi à l'égard de tout officier militaire qui s'exposerait à une telle collaboration, on ne peut pas accepter du tout. L'autre condition que pose le Rwanda au retrait de ses troupes du Congo, c'est la fin des discriminations à l'égard des Congolais d'origine tutsi. Est-ce que le gouvernement de Kinshasa a pris toutes les mesures nécessaires pour protéger ces populations ? Alors franchement, là, c'est amuser la galerie. Moi, je suis parlementaire, nous avons les parlementaires d'origine tutsi avec nous au Parlement congolais. Donc, on ne peut pas du tout accuser le gouvernement de la RDC d'adopter une attitude discriminatoire à l'égard de la communauté tutsi. Il y a des ministres d'origine tutsi et dans l'armée aussi, tout comme dans les services. Donc cette discrimination est un véritable prétexte pour justifier l'injustifiable. Est-ce que, de ce point de vue, il ne faut pas une déclaration solennelle du pouvoir congolais ? Effectivement, sur ces deux choses, moi, j'aurais préféré franchement, en toute modestie, que les deux questions, la discrimination prétendument faite par le gouvernement congolais à l'égard de la communauté tutsi et puis, ensuite, cette collaboration avec les FDLR, il faudrait qu'à un moment donné, le gouvernement traite de ces questions en Conseil des ministres et qu'à la suite d'un Conseil des ministres, on entende le ministre de la Communication solennellement donner la position du gouvernement de la RDC sur ces deux questions. D'une part, rappeler la pleine citoyenneté de ceux qui remplissent les conditions, la citoyenneté congolaise des personnes d'origine tutsi, ceux qui remplissent les conditions, je dis bien, et puis en même temps interdire toute discrimination à leur égard. Et en ce qui concerne les FDLR, il faut absolument les considérer comme indésirables, proclamer, décréter, l'indésirabilité de ces gens sur le territoire de la République démocratique du Congo. Et puis en même temps, s'il y a des réfractaires, il faudra utiliser la contrainte pour finalement mettre fin à cela. À lire aussiRDC-Rwanda: rencontre au sommet à Washington pour une paix incertaine

Plus: Saying thank you to your anxiety and the opportunity in the dumpster fire.   Jack Kornfield, who trained as a Buddhist monk in the monasteries of Thailand, India and Burma, then returned to the US, where he became one of the leading voices in Buddhism in the West. He co-founded the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts, with Sharon Salzberg and Joseph Goldstein, then he went on to start the Spirit Rock Medication Center in Woodacre, California. He's written many books, including his latest, All In This Together, which is the focus of the conversation you're about to hear, along with a new online course he just posted, called Stand Up for Compassion – which is about staying steady in difficult times.   In this episode we talk about: The causes of happiness  The opportunities (And this is a counterintuitive notion, but…) The opportunities in the suffering we're experiencing today How to stand up for what you care about while staying calm and steady Ways to zoom out and see the bigger picture   How to cultivate both courage and Joy  How Jack gets consistent hits of Joy in his own life Why intention is important — and how to cultivate healthy intentions  And other survival strategies for these times This holiday season, 10% Happier is teaming up with dozens of podcasts for an ambitious goal: to lift three entire villages in Rwanda out of extreme poverty. Join us by visiting GiveDirectly.org/Dan and supporting the #PodsFightPoverty campaign.   Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris  

Welcome UCI Women's Road World Champion, Magdeleine Vallieres! She won this title in Kigali, Rwanda in incredibly impressive fashion storming away from her breakaway companions as well as a hard charging group of favorites. Canada got their first elite world title and the entire world got a new hero to cheer for. There are some fun connections Mags and Ted share over the years and her early introduction to cycling. You can follow this world class and world champion rider on her instagram: www.instagram.com/magdeleinevallieres Watch the highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4voJPNEHFc Check out Mags and Ted on the same results sheet once upon a time! https://802timing.com/results/18results/bikeresults/4.21.18overallrasputitsa.htm Thank you very much Matt Scarborough and Bicycle Accident Law.com Try AGZ by visiting drinkAG1.com/tedking

Les journalistes et experts de RFI répondent également à vos questions sur un pétrolier touché par des explosions au large de Dakar, une attaque ukrainienne contre la flotte fantôme russe et le licenciement du sélectionneur du Cameroun. RDC/Rwanda : que contient l'accord de Washington ?   Les présidents congolais et rwandais, Felix Tshisekedi et Paul Kagame, sont attendus ce jeudi à Washington pour signer l'accord de paix américain conclu en juin 2025 et présenté comme une avancée majeure après trois décennies de violences dans l'est de la RDC. En quoi ce texte peut-il ramener la paix ? Avec Patient Ligodi, journaliste au service Afrique de RFI.       Sénégal : qui se cache derrière l'attaque du pétrolier au large de Dakar ?   Alors qu'il mouillait à moins de 20 km au large de la capitale, le pétrolier Mersin a été touché par plusieurs explosions externes provoquant des dégâts, notamment une importante infiltration d'eau dans la salle des machines. Que sait-on de cet incident ? S'agit-il d'une attaque ? Le navire transportait près de 39 000 tonnes de carburant, les mesures prises par les autorités sénégalaises sont-elles suffisantes pour prévenir d'une marée noire ?    Avec Juliette Dubois, correspondante de RFI à Dakar.   Mer Noire : pourquoi l'Ukraine s'attaque à la flotte fantôme russe ?   L'Ukraine a revendiqué l'attaque de deux pétroliers appartenant à la «flotte fantôme russe» en mer Noire. Selon la Russie, cette attaque a provoqué de simples dégâts mineurs. Quelle est l'efficacité de ce type d'opération ? Pourquoi ces navires russes naviguent-ils près des côtes turques ? Avec Cyrille Bret, géopoliticien, maître de conférences à Sciences Po Paris, chercheur associé spécialiste de la Russie et de l'Europe orientale à l'Institut Jacques Delors.    Football : pourquoi Samuel Eto'o a-t-il été viré le sélectionneur ?   À seulement vingt jours du coup d'envoi de la Coupe d'Afrique des nations, Samuel Eto'o, fraichement réélu président de la Fédération (FECAFOOT) a limogé le sélectionneur belge, Marc Brys. Les deux hommes étaient, certes, en conflit ouvert depuis 18 mois mais comment expliquer une telle décision maintenant ? Le ministère des Sports peut-il encore contester ou inverser le choix de Eto'o ? Avec Victor Missistrano, journaliste au service des sports de RFI. 

Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández was convicted last year in a New York courtroom of flooding the US with tons of cocaine. This week, US President Donald Trump has pardoned him and he's walked out of prison a free man. Also, taking lessons from Shenzhen, China, a megacity that has largely sidestepped the air pollution, overcrowding and failing infrastructure that often accompany rapid expansion. And, leaders of Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda are slated to travel to Washington this week to sign a peace deal overseen by Trump. Plus, a photographer-couple documents people around the world who have been forced to leave their homes because of climate change. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Kami Gahiga is a curator and art professional based between Kigali and London. Her work primarily focuses on art from the Global South and she has curated several exhibitions across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.  She is an acting contributor to NKA Journal of Contemporary African Art. Kami is the Art Basel VIP Representative for Africa. Previously, she served as the Head of VIP & Gallery Relations at 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair (London, Marrakech, New York, Hong Kong). She is a patron of the Delfina Foundation (London, UK), a board member of the Tyburn Foundation Board (Harare, Zimbabwe & Umbria, Italy) and is a Nominator for the Norval Sovereign Art Prize (Cape Town, South Africa). Gahiga is the Co-Founder of the Ghana Institute of Contemporary Art opening soon in Kigali, Rwanda!She and Zuckerman discuss Contemporary Africa Art, creating a new art space in Khagili, Rwanda, multigenerational collecting, African patronage, art and culture as the last frontier in Rwanda, creating interest, the experience of exposure, the idea of beginning, how to inspire, finding answers within, artists opening and operating their own spaces on the continent, and writing manifestos!

Why are so many of us drawn to horror, gore, and true crime? Why do we crane our necks to see the scene of a crash on the highway? Psychologist Coltan Scrivner says that our natural morbid curiosity serves a purpose. We talk with Coltan about our fascination with tales of murder and mayhem, and what this tendency reveals about our minds.In this episode, you'll learn:*Why there's often a surge of interest in scary entertainment after a violent or tragic incident in the real world. *The potential evolutionary roots of our curiosity about scary events or violent stories.*What researchers have found about the impact of scary movies and books on the people who watch them. *How horror content can be a vehicle for connecting with other people. *What we know about the personality traits of people who are drawn to dark and sinister stories. If you have a question or personal story related to today's episode that you'd be willing to share with the Hidden Brain audience, please record a voice memo on your phone and email it to us at ideas@hiddenbrain.org. Use the subject line "scary."  Looking for the perfect holiday present for the Hidden Brain fan in your life? We've got you covered. Give your loved one a gift membership to Hidden Brain+, or visit our online shop for t-shirts, mugs, totes, and more! Here's another idea: grab tickets for one of our upcoming live shows. We'll be in Philadelphia on March 21 and New York on March 25. Thanks and Happy Holidays!This December, Hidden Brain is proud to join #PodsFightPoverty. We're teaming up with other podcasts to raise funds to lift three villages in Rwanda out of extreme poverty. Your donation goes directly to the families who know best what they need. Visit GiveDirectly.org/HiddenBrain to make a difference for someone who needs it most. Episode image by Riswan Ratta for Unsplash+ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Practical tools to turn down the volume on fawning.   Dr. Ingrid Clayton is a licensed clinical psychologist with a master's in transpersonal psychology and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. Her book is FAWNING: Why the Need to Please Makes Us Lose Ourselves—and How to Find our Way Back.   In this episode we talk about: What is fawning, actually  Chronic vs situational fawning The physiological ramifications of fawning How power plays into all of this Ways to get clarity around unseen bruises and wounds that drive your behavior Owning your anger – and how to express it in healthy ways  How to know if you're a fawner  Practical steps to unfawn   Accessible approaches to regulating your nervous system How to set boundaries Fawning and un-fawning in a work context, specifically  And her observation, which I've been thinking about a lot, that wounding happens in relationships… but so does healing   This holiday season, 10% Happier is teaming up with dozens of podcasts for an ambitious goal: to lift three entire villages in Rwanda out of extreme poverty. Join us by visiting GiveDirectly.org/Dan and supporting the #PodsFightPoverty campaign. Related Episodes: How To Regulate Your Nervous System For Stress, Anxiety, And Trauma | Peter Levine How To Handle Your Demons | Richard Schwartz How (and Why) to Hug Your Inner Dragons | Richard Schwartz This Neurobiologist Wants You To Ask One Question To Reframe Anxiety, Depression, And Trauma | Dr. Bruce Perry (Co-Interviewed by Dan's Wife, Bianca!)   Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris  

Lead interviewer Dejeanae Turner engages Dr. Mike Brand in a conversation on advancing human rights, preventing mass atrocities, and building sustainable peace, drawing from his extensive two decades of advocacy, education, and policy experience across the United States, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

Oi you, loser! Or should that be winner? Yes on this month's episode of The Cycling Podcast Féminin, we discuss our picks for the winners and losers of the season. Our very own losers Rose Manley, Denny Gray and Rebecca Charlton pick out a few notable performances – both for good and bad reasons – from a season that threw up a number of surprises. We ask who faired best and worst from the big transfer shake up which saw many big name riders find new teams and responsibilities. For our mini feature this month we look at the rise of African cycling in light of Team Amani's announcement that they will become the first ever Africa-based Women's Continental team. We hear about the challenges facing African riders from visa complications to community stigma and find out about Team Amani's ambitions to make it to the Tour de France Femmes by 2028. Listen in to hear from team mentor Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio, partnerships director Xylon Van Eyck and Team Amani star rider Xaverine Nirere who lit up the World Championships time trial in Rwanda this year. We also take a look at next year's Tour de France Femmes course which covers nine stages from Switzerland to Nice. Also on the agenda: Anna Van der Breggen plays the piano, Denny embraces his inner beatnik poet and a wet ffff… firework. Follow us on social media: Twitter @cycling_podcast Instagram @thecyclingpodcast Friends of the Podcast Sign up as a Friend of the Podcast at thecyclingpodcast.com to listen to new special episodes every month plus a back catalogue of more than 300 exclusive episodes. The 11.01 Cappuccino Our regular email newsletter is now on Substack. Subscribe here for frothy, full-fat updates to enjoy any time (as long as it's after 11am). The Cannibal & Badger Friends of the Podcast can join the discussion at our new virtual pub, The Cannibal & Badger. A friendly forum to talk about cycling and the podcast. Log in to your Friends of the Podcast account to join in. The Cycling Podcast is on Strava The Cycling Podcast was founded in 2013 by Richard Moore, Daniel Friebe and Lionel Birnie.