Podcast appearances and mentions of Sierra Leone

Nick and Charlotte live at Tattersalls again for the final day of Book One. Guests today include Charlie Appleby, with a full run down of his squad for Newmarket this weekend, plus an early look at his Breeders' Cup squad. Also on today's show, Nick spends some time with Luca and Sara Cumani after their stellar Wednesday for the Fittocks Stud team, while Chad Brown discusses the importance of Tatts yearlings in bolstering his team and gives the lowdown on Sierra Leone'e preparation in defence of his Breeders' Cup Classic crown. Saracen's Polly Bonnor tells us how she has fed Book One's Top two lots, while Joseph O'Brien has the latest on his Fillies' Mile contender, and Anthony Stroud, Simon Marsh and ROA board hopeful Mark Johnston also join the show.

Nick and Charlotte live at Tattersalls again for the final day of Book One. Guests today include Charlie Appleby, with a full run down of his squad for Newmarket this weekend, plus an early look at his Breeders' Cup squad. Also on today's show, Nick spends some time with Luca and Sara Cumani after their stellar Wednesday for the Fittocks Stud team, while Chad Brown discusses the importance of Tatts yearlings in bolstering his team and gives the lowdown on Sierra Leone'e preparation in defence of his Breeders' Cup Classic crown. Saracen's Polly Bonnor tells us how she has fed Book One's Top two lots, while Joseph O'Brien has the latest on his Fillies' Mile contender, and Anthony Stroud, Simon Marsh and ROA board hopeful Mark Johnston also join the show.

Guest: Angela Betancourt — communication strategist, global storyteller, Air Force Reservist, and lifelong adventurer who believes bold moves shape extraordinary lives. From leading comms in Sierra Leone post-Ebola to ocean-advocacy storytelling, Angela shows how travel can unlock courage, purpose, and impact.In this episode: Angela shares how a “non-linear” career across manufacturing, agriculture, and humanitarian work led to her dream role abroad—plus why solo travel is a powerful teacher, what went wrong (and right) in Bangkok, and practical ways women can travel safely without letting fear drive the itinerary.You will learn:Simple, evidence-based safety habits that make solo travel feel doable (and fun).How purpose-driven storytelling can open doors to international, high-impact work.Connect with Angela: • Betancourt Group (enviro + social impact comms): groupbetancourt.com • Personal blog: angiebetancourt.com • Instagram: @AngieBTravels • LinkedIn: search Angela Betancourt (communications / social impact)Sponsor: Unmapped: Solo Women Travelers – Bold Journeys of Healing, Resilience, and Self-Discovery. Half of author royalties support the YWCA's work with survivors of domestic abuse. Great holiday gift; links below in Lizbeth's links.Lizbeth's links Want to comment on the show? Connect at Lizbeth's author/podcast Facebook page Wanting great guests for your podcast, or to be a great guest on someone else's show? Join PodMatch here! Unmapped: Solo Women Travelers – Bold Journeys of Healing, Resilience, and Self-Discovery. Half of author royalties support the YWCA's work with survivors of domestic abuse and their families, and to combat racism. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FTSNM997 Paperback Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS9DX6HF Draft2Digital ebook https://books2read.com/u/312rlw Lizbeth's memoir Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters can be ordered where books are sold, and is now a TV movie, #Stolen By Their Father on Lifetime.Lizbeth's second book, Grounded in Grit: Turn Your Challenges Into Superpowers is available to order wherever books are sold! Tilka Faces the Odds, One Man at a Time, new release novel https://books2read.com/u/4j760X Sign up to stay in the know on L...

Amara grew up in Sierra Leone with legs so bent that walking was painful.

This episode of our Resisting Empire series explores the life of Samory Touré, the 19th-century West African leader who built an empire across Guinea, Mali, Sierra Leone, Côte d'Ivoire, and Liberia. Known as the “Napoleon of Africa,” he modernised his armies, outmanoeuvred the French for over sixteen years, and used scorched-earth tactics to hold back European expansion. But Samory was more than a military strategist. He united diverse groups under Islam, pursued bold ambitions, and ruled with authoritarian discipline that left deep divides. Captured in 1898 and exiled to Gabon, his legacy remains complex — both celebrated as a symbol of resistance and remembered as a ruthless conqueror. PSA: You Are African First Before Anything REFERENCES Samory - African History (journal article) Samori Touré (1830-1900) Quand les empires se faisaient et se défaisaient en Afrique de l'Ouest : le cas Samory Touré (in French) West Africa the fight for survival Follow us on IG: itsacontinentpod and Twitter: itsacontinent. It's a Continent (published by Coronet) is available to purchase: itsacontinent.com/book   We're on Buy me a Coffee too: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/itsacontinent Visit our website: itsacontinent.com Artwork by Margo Designs: https://margosdesigns.myportfolio.com Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTg Warm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/... Follow us on IG: itsacontinentpod and Twitter: itsacontinent. It's a Continent (published by Coronet) is available to purchase: itsacontinent.com/book   We're on Buy me a Coffee too: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/itsacontinent Visit our website: itsacontinent.com Artwork by Margo Designs: https://margosdesigns.myportfolio.com Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTg Warm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some aircraft have specialized roles most applicable to certain types of warfare—and thus only appear in certain conflicts around the globe.And then there are the workhorses that show up everywhere.On this episode, former Royal Air Force navigator-turned-pilot Elliott "Jellers" Jardine explains how the Boeing CH-47 Chinook is one of those aircraft. From Vietnam to the Falkland Islands to Sierra Leone and the more recent desert operations, the Chinook is always in demand. And always delivers.Stay tuned after the feature interview for an important update on the future of this show.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

① China has celebrated the 70th founding anniversary of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. We take a look at how Xinjiang is maintaining stability and achieving prosperity. (00:48) ② China has made a landmark pledge to cut its climate emissions. Is China in effect taking on a global leadership role in tackling climate change? (13:03) ③ A conversation with Alfred Moi Jamiru, Sierra Leone's Deputy Minister of Local Government and Community Affairs, on China's Global Governance Initiative. (25:17) ④ China's tech giants are ramping up efforts in artificial intelligence. Is China's AI push shifting from pure tech competition to creating real-world value for industries? (36:22) ⑤ Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Chile and Bangladesh are seeking to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. What could they potentially bring to the trade bloc? (46:58)

Edward Miguel is Distinguished Professor of Economics, the Oxfam Professor of Environmental and Resource Economics, & Faculty co-Director of the Center for Effective Global Action at the University of California, Berkeley, where he has taught since 2000. He earned S.B. degrees in both Economics and Mathematics from MIT, received a Ph.D. in Economics from Harvard University, where he was a National Science Foundation Fellow, and has been a visiting professor at Princeton University and Stanford University. Ted's main research focus is African economic development, including work on the economic causes and consequences of violence; the impact of ethnic divisions on local collective action; interactions between health, education, environment, and productivity for the poor; and methods for transparency in social science research. He has conducted field work in Kenya, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and India. He has published over 130 articles and chapters in leading academic journals and collected volumes, and his work has been cited over 50,000 times according to Google Scholar.

In het tweede en laatste deel van de podcast met Sander de Kramer praten Alex Pastoor en ‘zelfbenoemde labrador' Sander over leven na de dood en de dure hobby's en foutjes van het Koningshuis.De ‘Rotterdamse chauvinist' spreekt over de liefde voor Feyenoord. Ook Sparta komt voorbij. De Kramer legt de belangen uit van het inzetten van voetbal om maatschappelijke doelen te behalen. En dat voetbal niet alleen de belangrijkste bijzaak, maar ook de belangrijkste hoofdverbinder voor politieke aangelegenheden is.De Kramer vertelt anekdotes over Ethiopië, Sierra Leone en Madagaskar. Ook vraagt hij zich af of er een maatschappelijke rol voor hem is binnen de KNVB.Verder gaat het over roerige tijden, Sadio Mané, de bijnaam Chief Ouwe Dibbes en het WK-voetbal voor daklozen.Genoeg redenen om te luisteren dus!Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the Superhumanize Podcast, where ancient wisdom meets cutting-edge science, and we remember that magic is not fantasy, it's our forgotten birthright. I'm your host, Ariane Sommer.Throughout my global journey, from my childhood in Sierra Leone to the boardrooms of wellness enterprises, I've witnessed the profound cost of our disconnection from our own innate wisdom. We've traded our intuitive knowing for external validation, our natural rhythms for artificial timelines, our deep feminine wisdom for surface-level productivity.But what if I told you there's a way back? A way to speak the language of the universe itself and to reclaim the word 'witch' for what it truly means: wise.My guest today is Mia Magik. You might know her as the spiritual fairy godmother whose Sacred Rage Ritual went viral on TikTok, giving millions of women permission to feel what they've been told to suppress for centuries.Mia is also the bestselling author of "IntuWitchin: Learn to Speak the Language of the Universe and Reclaim Your Inner Magik," and I've had the privilege of reading her upcoming book "Witchual," which transforms ordinary moments into profound spiritual practice through what she calls attention plus intention.She's the founder of Witch School, has led transformational retreats in castles throughout Scotland and France, and has coached everyone from tech leaders to professional athletes to remember their supernatural abilities.Here's what moves me most about Mia's work: she's reclaiming the truth that our disconnection from nature is the root of our modern suffering, and that remembering our magical nature isn't just personal healing, it's planetary medicine.So join me as we explore what it means to live a fearlessly authentic life, to embrace both the light and dark feminine within us, and to discover that the magic you seek is not somewhere out there, it's already within you, waiting to be remembered.Episode Highlights:Magic is not fantasy but a forgotten birthright we can reclaim.Mia's viral Sacred Rage Ritual gave millions of women permission to express emotions long suppressed.The deeper meaning of the word “witch” as wise, and how reclaiming it empowers authenticity.How attention plus intention can transform ordinary moments into profound spiritual practice.Reconnecting with nature as the antidote to modern disconnection and suffering.Living a fearlessly authentic life by embracing both the light and dark feminine within us.Remembering that the magic we seek is not external, but already alive within.Resources mentioned:Mia Magik — Learn to Speak the Language of the Universe and Reclaim Your Inner Magic (book) — https://miamagik.comWitchel (upcoming book by Mia Magik) — https://miamagik.com/booksWitch School — https://miamagik.com/witch-school

In this episode, Dr. Chernoh Alpha Bah, editor of Africanist Press, discusses the ongoing political crisis in Sierra Leone, focusing on issues of accountability, extrajudicial killings, and the recent resignation of U.S. Ambassador Bryan David Hunt, whose involvement in local politics has raised concerns amongSierra Leoneans.The conversation also delves into the implications of foreign debts, particularly from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), and the lack of progress on a promised power plant project in Freetown, raising questions about the use of development funds and the need for transparency and justice in Sierra Leone.This episode is part of our "New Democracy Project," sponsored by Northwestern University's Program of African Studies, Write4Justice and SolidarityForAfrica campaigns.

Imagine if you took a trip abroad and in an effort to extend your stay, you unknowingly sign a piece of paperwork that makes you a front line soldier. That's what Evans Kibet, a 36 year old runner from Kenya claims happened to him in Russia. He's now a prisoner of war in Ukraine. BBC journalist Akisa Wandera tells us what we know about his case currently.Citizens of Somalia, Togo, Cuba and Sierra Leone have also been documented as prisoners of war by Ukrainian forces. But how are they recruited in to fighting for the Russian army? BBC's Vitaliy Shevchenko from Ukrainecast tells us more about the methods Russia is using to get people all over the world to fight for them in the Russia-Ukraine War.Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Hannah Gelbart Producers: Julia Ross-Roy and Maria Clara Montoya Editor: Harriet Oliver

Send us a textWhat happens when tragedy and opportunity collide in the life of a child? Dr. Aruna Stevens' story answers this question with breathtaking resilience and hope. Born just before Sierra Leone's devastating civil war, Aruna's childhood was shattered when his father was killed and his extended family of twenty separated. He experienced homelessness, hunger, and the daily struggle for survival in a community where healthcare was virtually non-existent—where people routinely died from treatable conditions simply because there were no doctors available.The turning point came when the Child Rescue Centre welcomed young Aruna, providing stability and education for the first time in his life. Despite studying by candlelight and walking long distances to school, he persevered. This foundation eventually led him to graduate from Sierra Leone's only medical college and serve as chief medical director at Mercy Hospital for five years. Now pursuing a PhD in tropical medicine and infectious diseases at Tulane University, Dr. Stevens explains how his difficult past fuels his passion for creating sustainable healthcare solutions in his homeland.Throughout our conversation, Dr. Stevens shares the motivation he finds in his two-year-old son, Godfrey, who remains in Sierra Leone while he completes his studies. His ultimate goal transcends personal achievement—he envisions transforming Mercy Hospital into a self-sufficient institution and establishing research teams to address neglected tropical diseases. "Begin every journey with an end in mind," he advises our listeners, emphasizing that true fulfillment comes from focusing on the broader impact of your work. Join us for this powerful reminder that how a child's journey ends isn't determined by how it begins, but by the decisions, support, and determination they find along the way. Listen now and discover how you might become part of someone else's journey toward hope.________Travel on International Mission, meet local leadership and work alongside them. Exchange knowledge, learn from one another and be open to personal transformation. Step into a 25 year long story of change for children in some of the poorest regions on Earth.https://www.helpingchildrenworldwide.org/mission-trips.html****** Shout out to our newest sponsor: The Resilience InstituteSupport the showHelpingchildrenworldwide.org

The story of Thomalind and Priscilla is 300 years in the making and brings listeners to Bunce Island, off the coast of Sierra Leone.  READ MORE IN THE ATLAS: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/bunce-island Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“The only neurosurgeon in Sierra Leone” is now performing lifesaving operations because of the Jacksonville-based Mission:BRAIN.

ENCORE: This episode was first published in Oct. 2023. Sierra Leone used to be the most dangerous place in the world to give birth. Without enough doctors to do C-sections, women and babies were dying. But what if you didn't need a doctor?This week, the story of two determined surgeons and a no-so radical idea that is saving lives in Sierra Leone — one emergency operation at a time.You can read more about the non-profit organization the doctors created at capacare.orgOur guests on the show are Håkon Bolkan, Alex van Duinen and Emmanuel Tommy. You can download the episode transcript here:Here are some of the articles discussed in the show:Bolkan, HA et al. (2015) Met and unmet need for surgery in Sierra Leone: a comprehensive retrospective countrywide survey from all healthcare facilities performing surgery in 2012. SurgeryBrolin, K et al. (2016) The Impact of the West Africa Ebola Outbreak on Obstetric Health Care in Sierra Leone. PLOS ONEBolkan, HA et al.. (2017) Safety, productivity and predicted contribution of a surgical task-sharing programme in Sierra Leone. British Journal of SurgeryTreacy, Laura; Bolkan, Håkon Angell; Sagbakken, Mette. (2018) Distance, accessibility and costs. Decision-making During Childbirth in Rural Sierra Leone: a Qualitative Study. PLOS ONEDrevin, Gustaf; Alvesson, Helle Mölsted; van Duinen, Aalke Johan; Bolkan, Håkon Angell; Koroma, Alimamy philip; von Schreeb, Johan. (2019) ”For this one, let me take the risk”: why surgical staff continued to perform caesarean sections during the 2014–2016 Ebola epidemic in Sierra Leone. BMJ Global Healthvan Duinen, Aalke Johan; Kamara, Michael M.; Hagander, Lars; Ashley, Thomas; Koroma, Alimamy Philip; Leather, Andy J.M.. (2019) Caesarean section performed by medical doctors and associate clinicians in Sierra Leone. British Journal of Surgeryvan Duinen, Aalke Johan; Westendorp, Josien; Kamara, Michael M; Forna, Fatu; Hagander, Lars; Rijken, Marcus J.. (2020) Perinatal outcomes of cesarean deliveries in Sierra Leone: A prospective multicenter observational study. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textDrug-resistant germs are hidden killers in more than one way. Not only are the microbes invisible to the human eye, in many places, they're invisible because people simply are not looking for them systematically.Doctors often do not know what infections their patients have and treat them based on best guesses, which allows for ineffective treatments and exacerbates drug resistance. Policymakers don't know which infections are most common among populations and cannot make informed decisions about needed treatments or vaccines.This is a major problem across Africa and a new report shows just how complex the problem is.The Mapping AMR and Antimicrobial use Partnership (MAAP), which included the One Health Trust as well as the African Society for Laboratory Medicine; Africa CDC; the East, Central, and Southern Africa Health Community; Innovative Support to Emergencies, Diseases, and Disasters, a nonprofit focused on technology and communication;  the clinical research group IQVIA; and the West African Health Organization, collected data from laboratories from 14 countries in Africa (Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Eswatini, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe). “The study revealed significant gaps in bacteriology testing capacities,” the group, whose work was paid for by the UK government's Fleming Fund, wrote in PLoS Medicine.It's the biggest survey yet of testing for antimicrobial resistance – AMR or drug resistance – in Africa.Among the gaps: too little testing overall, a lack of laboratory capacities, and poor coordination and analysis of records. Many records were kept only on paper, which made them almost impossible to access.None of this surprises Dr. Sabiha Essack, South African Research Chair in Antibiotic Resistance and One Health and Professor in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. In an ideal world, she says, a doctor, nurse or other professional should see a patient, test them to see what specific microbe is causing an infection, check to see which drugs will successfully fight that germ, and then treat the patient accordingly.Cheap point-of-care tests should be available everywhere and the results of those tests should be entered into systems that officials can use to make policy decisions, she says. Listen as she tells One World, One Health host Maggie Fox other ways to improve our knowledge about the drug-resistant infections that lurk out there. Want to know more? You can find One World, One Health episodes on drug-resistant infections in cancer patients; superbugs and microplastics; the personal toll of antibiotic resistance; one woman's antibiotic resistance nightmare; how to prevent drug resistance, and more.

In deze aflevering van Met Open Vizier is Sander de Kramer te gast: journalist, programmamaker en onvermoeibaar strijder voor dak- en thuislozen, kinderen in oorlogsgebieden en meer onrecht in de wereldIn een openhartig gesprek vertelt hij over zijn bijzondere levensweg. Van zijn eerste ontmoetingen met daklozen in Rotterdam tot zijn jarenlange inzet in Sierra Leone, waar hij duizenden kinderen uit diamantmijnen haalde. En over het brengen van verwarmingen naar getroffen huizen in Oekraïne.Sander spreekt over de harde lessen van het leven op straat, zijn gevoel dat hem soms redde, onderhandelingen, ontmoetingen met Johan Cruijff, én over zijn overtuiging dat idealisme en menselijkheid de wereld écht kunnen veranderen.Een indrukwekkend gesprek vol verhalen die je bijblijven!Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Black people can be disabled: breaking the cycle of disability stereotypes - Khadija Gbla by Carey Scheer From surviving a civil war in Sierra Leone to classrooms in Australia, Khadija carried chaos in her body long after the bombs stopped. Her autism was dismissed as a cultural difference by white Australians, scorned as “not Black enough” within her community, and punished by chronic pain no one believed. For years, the world told her she was broken — until her diagnosis gave her the power to name who she had always been. Now, as she raises her autistic son, she also heals her younger self — creating a better world for them both, and for others yet to come. Perhaps, the real danger was never their difference, but a world that refused to see it. Produced by: Carey Scheer Featuring: Khadija Gbla For more stories like Khadija’s, check out the Purple Orange podcast. Untitled by Keras Marszalek “ Growing up, gay and Muslim felt like oil and water, two parts of himself that were never meant to mix, but he carried both at school, at home, and in prayer.” This story follows Kaan’s journey navigating the clash between his Turkish Muslim upbringing and his identity as a gay man. From hiding behind humour and secrecy to finding the courage to come out, his story reveals both the weight of religious guilt and the relief of honesty. “Faith told him who he was supposed to be. His heart told him who he already was.” Perhaps, faith guided Kaan in his prayers, but truth set him free. Produced by: Keras Marszalek Special thanks to Janak Rogers. All The Best Credits Host: Kwame Slusher Executive Producer: Melanie Bakewell Events and Partnership Coordinator: Phoebe Adler-Ryan Community Coordinator: Patrick McKenzie Artwork by Annie Hamilton Theme Music composed by Shining Bird Special shout out to our volunteers Ray, Sue, Sharon, Lindsay, Andrew and Ash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Les négociations commerciales entre les États-Unis et la Chine se sont « très bien passées » lundi 15 septembre estime le président américain Donald Trump, après de nouvelles discussions tenues à Madrid, en Espagne. Mais avant un éventuel apaisement, la hausse des droits de douane entre les États-Unis et la Chine a des conséquences négatives pour d'autres régions, y compris l'Afrique. Les droits de douane américains (fixés pour l'instant à 30 % sur les produits chinois entrant aux États-Unis), tendent à ralentir l'activité en Chine. La production industrielle y a baissé le mois dernier. Si la guerre commerciale persiste, Pékin pourrait moins acheter que prévu en Afrique, estime Julien Marcilly, économiste en chef du cabinet Global Sovereign Advisory (GSA). « Si la Chine exporte moins vers les États-Unis, il est probable qu'elle importe moins de matières premières et de biens intermédiaires depuis le reste du monde, et donc en particulier de l'Afrique, explique-t-il. Un certain nombre d'économies africaines devraient ainsi être touchées négativement. » Les pays les plus exposés à cela sont plutôt des pays à faible revenu exportant des matières premières, comme le Niger, la République Démocratique du Congo, la Guinée ou la Sierra Leone. Ces perspectives négatives se présentent alors que l'Afrique est aussi déjà confrontée directement au protectionnisme de Donald Trump. Expiration de l'Agoa  Avec le retour de Donald Trump à la Maison blanche, les pays africains font face à une hausse des droits de douane américains et l'expiration à la fin du mois de l'Agoa. Cet accord permettait depuis près de 25 ans à des pays africains d'être exemptés de droits de douane pour leurs exportations vers les États-Unis, sous certaines conditions. Commerce Chine-Afrique : qui gagne ? De nombreux pays pâtissent du protectionnisme états-unien et la Chine cherche à saisir cette opportunité pour approfondir ses liens avec le continent, dans le cadre d'une stratégie de diversification de ses partenariats. En juin, Pékin a ainsi annoncé supprimer les droits de douane pour vingt pays africains supplémentaires contre seulement une trentaine auparavant. La date d'entrée en vigueur de la mesure n'a pas été confirmée. D'après Julien Marcilly, qui vient de co-signer une étude sur le sujet, « le Zimbabwe, la Côte d'Ivoire, la Namibie, et dans une moindre mesure l'Afrique du Sud » pourraient en profiter plus que d'autres. « Cela peut atténuer les effets négatifs de la nouvelle politique commerciale américaine, mais ça ne les compense pas », nuance-t-il. À lire aussiLa suspension des droits de douane par la Chine peut-elle profiter aux pays africains? Éviter une nouvelle dépendance L'un des risques est aussi de faire naitre ou d'approfondir de nouvelles dépendances. Si le volume des échanges vers l'Afrique est minime pour la Chine, par rapport à d'autres régions du monde, le commerce avec Pékin peut être localement très important pour certains pays du continent. Beaucoup en ont conscience et cherchent de nouveaux partenaires, en particulier depuis le début de la guerre en Ukraine. Le Maroc, lui, s'est lancé depuis près de 20 ans et a investi par exemple pour développer son industrie locale. Le pays fabrique ainsi des voitures du groupe Renault, pour son marché national et principalement pour l'Europe. Se diversifier prend donc du temps. Pour l'instant, la situation profite plutôt à la Chine, devenue première partenaire commerciale de tous les pays du continent sauf le Lesotho et l'Eswatini. La balance est favorable à Pékin. Les exportations chinoises vers l'Afrique ont encore augmenté cette année.

Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection By: John Green Published: 2025 208 Pages Briefly, what is this book about? The ubiquity of tuberculosis (wait, did I just restate the title?) especially outside of the US. And its prevalence despite the fact that a cure is available. What's the author's angle? Green was already interested in global health when he met Henry, a young man with tuberculosis (TB) in Sierra Leone, literally on the way out of the country. Green was so affected by Henry and his plight that it eventually led him to completely change his focus, and while I don't want to minimize the vast harms caused by TB, it's apparent that, for Green, it's personal.  Who should read this book? This is a good book to broaden your horizons. When you consider that (TB) kills over a million people per year. And when you consider that most Americans have only the most cursory knowledge about it (including, at the start, Green by his own admission) this book should be read just to fill out your knowledge of how the world really is. But also TB is terrible and it should receive more attention than it does.  Specific thoughts: Whatever else you may think TB should be getting more attention

In this episode, we explore Sierra Leone's political landscape, focusing on the crisis marked by corruption, extrajudicial killings, and ongoing debt and development challenges since Maada Bio took office in 2018. We highlight the implications of these human rights violations for the 2028 elections and the future of democracy in the country.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Dr Niall Conroy is a consultant in public health medicine and adjunct professor of public health in UCC. He's also a person who has fought epidemics and pandemics in Sierra Leone, Australia and Ireland. He joins me to discuss the chainsaw that RFK Jnr is taking to the US's Human Health Services, the CDC and the impact globally this might have. Inequality, wellness, homelessness and standing on your head at Electric Picnic all feature. Honestly, the lad from Tallaght is top notch. The Child Poverty Podcast with Children's Rights Alliance is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-138724146 Support Dignity for Palestine here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/dignity-for-two-134250846

Twelve-year-old Aminata from Sierra Leone has known more heartbreak than most. 

Am 7. Januar 2005 stirbt Oury Jalloh bei einem Brand in Zelle Nummer fünf im Polizeirevier Dessau. Wie konnte das passieren? Der Geflüchtete aus Sierra Leone wurde mit Händen und Füßen an der Matratze fixiert und soll sich dort selbst angezündet haben, sagt die zuständige Polizei. Freunde und Anwälte der Familie - und Jahre später auch der Staatsanwalt in Dessau vermuten hingegen: Das war Mord. In dieser 11KM-Folge erzählt WDR-Journalistin Anna Herbst gut 20 Jahre später, warum es bis heute nicht zu einem Mordprozess kam. Sie konnte zum ersten Mal vor laufender Kamera mit einem Polizisten sprechen, der an dem Todestag von Oury Jalloh vor Ort war. Kann das die Mauer des Schweigens der Polizei brechen? 11KM ist in der Sommerpause. Am 15. September sind wir zurück mit einem neuen Thema in aller Tiefe. Bis dahin hört ihr 11KM Classics. Das sind Wiederholungen von Folgen, die wir euch nochmal ans Herz legen wollen. So wie diese Folge vom 10.03.2025. Hier geht's zur sechsteiligen Doku-Serie zum Fall Oury Jalloh von Anna Herbst und Bence Máté in der ARD Mediathek: https://1.ard.de/Oury_Jalloh_alleFolgen Diese und viele weitere Folgen von 11KM findet ihr überall da, wo es Podcasts gibt, auch hier in der ARD Audiothek: https://www.ardaudiothek.de/sendung/11km-der-tagesschau-podcast/12200383/ An dieser Folge waren beteiligt: Folgenautor: Moritz Fehrle Mitarbeit: Lisa Hentschel Produktion: Jan Stahlmann, Fabian Zweck, Laura Picerno, Marie-Noelle Svihla und Hanna Brünjes Redaktionsleitung: Fumiko Lipp und Lena Gürtler 11KM: der tagesschau-Podcast wird produziert von BR24 und NDR Info. Die redaktionelle Verantwortung für diese Episode liegt beim NDR.

Send us a textWhat makes some children overcome unimaginable trauma while others struggle to recover? Is resilience something you're born with, or can it be cultivated? These questions drive our fascinating conversation with Dr. Nicole Wilke, author and Director of Research at Christian Alliance for Orphans.Drawing from her extraordinary background—growing up in a family that fostered 70 children and personally experiencing severe health challenges as a teenager—Nicole brings professional expertise and lived experience to this critical topic. Her insights challenge conventional wisdom, revealing that resilience is less "bouncing back from" and more "growing through" adversity.The heart of resilience, Nicole explains, lies in relationships. "When I'm weak, I can borrow from your strength," she shares, highlighting how humans were designed for interdependence rather than independence. This perspective transforms how we approach trauma recovery, shifting focus from individual grit to supportive connections. For children who've experienced separation, abuse or neglect, healing happens primarily through consistent, attuned relationships that communicate worth and belonging.What's particularly striking is how science and faith align in understanding resilience. Nicole unpacks research showing that spirituality correlates with better recovery outcomes, while biblical principles like finding purpose in suffering parallel scientific concepts of post-traumatic growth. This intersection offers practical strategies for parents, social workers, and anyone walking alongside vulnerable children.The conversation takes a powerful turn when addressing systems change, advocating for family-based solutions over institutional care and locally-driven approaches ________Travel on International Mission, meet local leadership and work alongside them. Exchange knowledge, learn from one another and be open to personal transformation. Step into a 25 year long story of change for children in some of the poorest regions on Earth.https://www.helpingchildrenworldwide.org/mission-trips.html****** _____A bible study for groups and individuals, One Twenty-Seven: The Widow and the Orphan by Dr Andrea Siegel explores the themes of the first chapter of James, and in particular, 1:27. In James, we learn of our duty to the vulnerable in the historical context of the author. Order here or digital download ___________Family Empowerment Advocates support the work of family empowerment experts at the Child Reintegration Centre, Sierra Leone. Your small monthly donation, prayers, attention & caring is essential. You advocate for their work to help families bring themselves out of poverty, changing the course of children's lives and lifting up communities. join ____Organize a Rooted in Reality mission experience for your service club, church group, worship team, young adult or adult study. No travel required. Step into the shoes of people in extreme poverty in Sierra Leone, West Africa, Helping Children Worldwide takes you into a world where families are facing impossible choices every day.Contact support@helpingchildrenworldwide.org to discuss how. Shout out to our newest sponsor: The Resilience InstituteSupport the showHelpingchildrenworldwide.org

In this episode we talk about the central role of Sierra Leone in ending the slave trade.

In this episode, we discuss the increasing legitimacy crisis facing the Maada Bio regime in Sierra Leone. We examine the regime's agenda as it prepares for the upcoming 2028 elections. Additionally, we highlight why the 2028 elections pose a significant challenge to the political and elite alliances that have maintained power in Sierra Leone since 1961.This episode is part of the Voice from Exile series of the Africanist Press.

Sur la manchette, le Béninois Adéléké Ogoutchemi, co-fondateur de Bio Planète TMC. Il s'investit dans la production d'engrais organiques granulés avec pour objectif de garantir une agriculture durable. Puis, le Sierra-Léonais Jeremiah Thoronka, créateur d'Optim Energy, un dispositif de conversion des mouvements de piétons et des vibrations de véhicules en énergie cinétique.

Tottenham Hotspur has entered a new era. After 24 years at the helm, Daniel Levy has been removed as chairman, with the Lewis family signaling sweeping change at the club. What does this mean for Spurs' future, and will history be kind to Levy's legacy?In South America, Lionel Messi delivered an emotional farewell in his final home World Cup qualifier, scoring twice as Argentina rolled past Venezuela in Buenos Aires. Uruguay, Colombia, and Paraguay secured their spots, while Venezuela and Bolivia fight for the playoff lifeline.We'll also take you around the world as qualifying drama unfolds in Europe, Africa, and Concacaf — from Germany's shocking loss in Slovakia to Kei Kamara scoring at 41 for Sierra Leone. Plus, record-breaking transfers in the women's game, Alyssa Thompson's move to Chelsea, and the fallout from Luis Suárez's Leagues Cup controversy.It's your daily shot of soccer headlines, stories, and context on the SDH Network.

I finally convinced my dear friend, Lisa Rippy, to join me and share her incredible story. Trust me—you don't want to miss this one! Lisa has such a beautiful testimony of what happens when you hear God's call and simply say yes. In 2014, during what seemed like an ordinary school presentation, Lisa felt the Lord tug on her heart to go to Sierra Leone and she didn't hesitate. That one yes led to a life-changing journey for her, her family, her students, and our entire community. In this conversation, Lisa opens up about: What it felt like to hear God's call so clearly in the middle of everyday life. Her first trip to Sierra Leone and the powerful ways God's presence showed up. How the children she thought she was going to teach ended up teaching her. The ripple effect of her yes, especially how it shaped her daughter's future calling. Why serving doesn't have to be “big” to matter and how even the small things bring joy and transformation. Lisa's story is a reminder that it's never too late, never too small, and never the wrong season for God to use us. You'll be inspired, encouraged, and maybe even challenged to say yes to the little nudges God is placing on your heart. Jennie Guinn is a Catholic life coach, retreat leader, and founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle. With over 26 years of experience as an educator, administrator, and Director of Religious Education, she is passionate about walking with midlife women through life's transitions—especially those that come from unexpected changes in relationships, identity, or purpose. A devoted mother of three grown sons and proud grandmother of two, Jennie creates sacred spaces where women can encounter the love of the Father, be transformed by the Holy Spirit, so they can magnify Christ in their everyday lives. Jennie is the host of the Catholic Moms in the Middle podcast and a featured voice on Nashville Catholic Radio and Radio Maria USA, where she shares encouragement and faith-filled wisdom with women navigating the twists and turns of midlife.

Ils se nomment le clan Kavac ou Skaljari : ces groupes mafieux d'Europe de l'Est aux ramifications mondiales, ont fait de l'Afrique de l'Ouest une nouvelle base pour gérer le trafic illégal de cocaïne à destination de l'Europe. Dans son dernier rapport, l'Initiative mondiale contre la criminalité transnationale pointe les méthodes de développement de ces organisations, notamment la corruption, le rôle des intermédiaires, et l'accroissement de la consommation de cocaïne dans la zone. L'espagnole Lucia Bird Ruiz est directrice de l'Observatoire des économies illicites en Afrique de l'Ouest, c'est elle qui a rédigé ce rapport. RFI : Pour la première fois, des enquêtes indiquent que l'Afrique de l'Ouest est devenue un pivot central du trafic de cocaïne pour des groupes mafieux qui sont basés en Europe de l'Est ? Lucia Bird Ruiz : Oui, et c'est au Cap-Vert que ces réseaux ont commencé à s'implanter. Puis, c'est depuis 2019 que ces groupes ont lancé des opérations dans les pays côtiers de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, opérant principalement sur des routes maritimes. Ce sont des groupes parmi les acteurs les plus importants du commerce mondial de la cocaïne d'aujourd'hui. Ils utilisent la violence, la corruption et donc l'implantation en Afrique de l'Ouest, c'est très concernant pour la région. Est-ce qu'on peut citer quelques-uns de ces groupes, qui ont d'ailleurs des liens parfois avec la mafia italienne ?   Par exemple, les clans Kavak et Skaljari, les deux organisations criminelles les plus puissantes du Monténégro, qui sont à l'origine de plusieurs assassinats, ont opéré à l'Afrique de l'Ouest. Et ces réseaux ont des liens avec les mafias italiennes, particulièrement la Ndrangheta. Pourquoi ces groupes ont besoin de l'Afrique de l'Ouest pour développer le trafic de cocaïne ? Le marché de consommation en Europe, ça devient chaque jour plus grand. Mais aussi la pression en Europe sur les routes directe en provenance d'Amérique latine s'est accrue et donc l'Afrique de l'Ouest est devenue de plus en plus importante pour ce trafic. Un tiers de la cocaïne européenne pourrait transiter actuellement par l'Afrique de l'Ouest. Et on prévoit que ce chiffre atteindra la moitié d'ici à 2030. Concrètement, comment est-ce que ces groupes mafieux travaillent en Afrique de l'Ouest ? Il y a deux points-clés à souligner. Le premier, c'est les intermédiaires. C'est vraiment un élément-clé de leur stratégie. Ce sont des nationaux des Balkans qui sont envoyés en Afrique de l'Ouest pendant des mois pour superviser les opérations, en travaillant avec les acteurs locaux, pour faciliter la logistique. Par exemple, un important réseau avait un intermédiaire basé à Freetown en Sierra Leone, qui supervisait l'importation, l'emballage dans des conteneurs, l'établissement d'une société en Sierra Leone et l'exportation vers la Belgique. Ils ont des moyens financiers quasi illimités, le trafic de cocaïne est tellement puissant qu'ils sont capables de s'implanter partout ? Certains de ces groupes ont corrompu les plus hauts niveaux de l'Etat. Par exemple, en Albanie, un ancien membre du Parlement a été arrêté pour son soutien à une organisation criminelle. Et en Afrique de l'Ouest, on s'attendrait à ce qu'ils utilisent des techniques similaires. Comment est-ce qu'ils font transiter la cocaïne d'Afrique de l'Ouest vers l'Europe ? Comme on l'a dit, ils utilisent la voie maritime dans les conteneurs où s'est très compliqué de faire de la surveillance. Mais aussi, ils utilisent des petits bateaux. Par exemple, on a un dirigeant bosniaque d'un groupe qui a parlé avec ses complices de trafic de plus de trois tonnes de cocaïne dans la Guinée-Bissau et les îles Canaries, dans un petit bateau. Vous indiquez dans votre rapport que ces intermédiaires sont parfois payés en cocaïne. Il y a une crainte que ce système entraîne une hausse de la consommation dans la sous-région ? Les produits de synthèse restent les plus largement consommés dans la plupart des pays, mais la consommation de cocaïne, en particulier du crack, augmente également dans de nombreux pays. Et donc, ils vendent la cocaïne dans le marché local et ça pousse la consommation dans la région. Ils s'adaptent aux moyens financiers des habitants de l'Afrique de l'Ouest ? Le prix dans la sous-région a baissé dans beaucoup de pays. Au Ghana, les prix réels, donc en tenant compte de l'inflation, ont chuté de 60 % entre 2019 et 2023. Ce n'est pas la même tendance dans tous les pays de la région, mais dans beaucoup de pays. Et ça inclut le Sénégal, la Guinée. La consommation est vraiment dans une phase d'augmentation. Comment est-ce que les Etats d'Afrique de l'Ouest, comment les autorités au Sénégal, en Sierra Leone ou en Guinée-Bissau peuvent lutter contre la puissance de ces réseaux mafieux ? Il faut vraiment renforcer les systèmes de renseignement pour bien comprendre les opérations de ces groupes, et aussi créer des partenariats stratégiques, des partenariats intercontinentaux entre forces de l'ordre en Afrique de l'Ouest. C'est un défi énorme pour la région parce que c'est une implication pour la santé publique, mais aussi pour la corruption et peut-être à l'avenir sur la violence parce que ces groupes sont tellement violents dans beaucoup de régions du monde. À lire aussiL'Afrique de l'Ouest, nouvelle plaque tournante du trafic de cocaïne vers l'Europe, selon un rapport

What do Yorkshire beaches, Sierra Leone's new food strategy, and New York City school lunches have in common? For Corinna Hawkes, they all shaped her journey toward understanding how systems shape food. In this episode, we trace her path from a childhood fascination with shifting sands to her current role at the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization. Along the way, we ask: what does it actually mean to ‘take a systems approach' to food? What type of leadership skills are needed to fix food systems today? And why do the best solutions sometimes require slowing down, not speeding up?For more info, transcript and resources, visit: https://tabledebates.org/podcast/episode88Read the report: Transforming food and agriculture through a systems approach (FAO, 2025)Want to share your reflections on the episode? Send us an email or voice memo to podcast@tabledebates.orgGuestCorinna Hawkes, Director of Agrifood Systems and Food Safety at FAOEpisode hosted, edited and produced by Matthew Kessler. Music by Blue dot sessions.

When people don't trust their institutions, the social fabric of a society is weakened. But that “trust deficit” can — and must — be closed. In this episode of our Future of Africa series, we explore innovative and practical approaches to enhancing trust and cooperation between people and their institutions -- from grassroots communities to global multilateral forums. Featuring Samson Itodo, a renowned advocate for electoral integrity and youth participation in Nigeria; Joseph Asunka, CEO of Afrobarometer; Chernor Bah, Minister of Information and Civic Education from Sierra Leone; and Chimdi Neliaku, a member of the African Union's Panel of the Future and Special Assistant to the Hon. Speaker, House of Representatives of Nigeria on Interparliamentary Affairs and Public Relations, this conversation showcases positive pathways to inclusive governance. Drawing on inspiring personal journeys, Samson shares insights from mobilizing young voters in Nigeria's democratic processes; Chernor brings decades of advocacy experience as a youth leader who successfully integrated young voices into high-level peace, reconciliation, and education campaigns—now working from within government to broaden civic engagement and transparency in Sierra Leone; Chimdi reflects on empowering African youth within AU initiatives, showing how the next generation positively shapes governance; and Joseph brings years of public opinion research to explain the drivers of this trust deficit. Together, they highlight how inclusive leadership and effective citizen-government dialogue foster stronger trust, accountability, and intergenerational cooperation. Effective governance depends on mutual trust—between citizens, governments, institutions, and international organizations. This episode explains how that can be achieved. Samson Itodo represents dynamic young leadership in civil society – he has organized young voters and driven campaigns like “Not Too Young to Run,” giving him on-the-ground perspective on citizens' democratic aspirations and frustrations. Joseph Asunka offers a data-centric perspective, drawing from Afrobarometer's extensive public opinion research across Africa. His expertise in governance, accountability, and citizen engagement sheds light on the continent's internal dynamics influencing its external relations. Chernor Bah brings unique insights from both grassroots advocacy and government leadership, having led global youth initiatives, co-founded the A World at School campaign, and now as Sierra Leone's Minister of Information and Civic Education, actively broadening civic engagement and strengthening trust in government. Chimdi Neliaku represents the young communities and grassroots viewpoint – a young changemaker experienced with the Global Shapers Community and AU's youth initiatives, advocating for the next generation to have a seat at the table.

PTF and Nick Tammaro kick things off with a lively discussion about the two memorable BC Classic preps -- and important races in their own right -- from the weekend. Tune in to hear their Pacific Classic and Jockey Club Gold Cup thoughts with comments on Fierceness, Journalism, Sierra Leone, Antiquarian and many more. They also discuss the controversial first furlong on the JCGC with thoughts on Kendrick Carmouche, Irad Ortiz Jr., and Dylan Davis, plus Mike Repole's twitter rant. Stay tuned for thoughts on Ted Noffey and Tommy Jo as well and their huge juvenile successes.Nect up, Henry Beeby of Goffs is here to talk about their upcoming Orby sale. It's a loaded catalogue and interesting discussion as he and PTF look back at past sale successes and talk about how Beeby got involved in the game.TwinSpires hosts the $3,000 Mint Millions Betting Challenge, focusing on the massive card at Kentucky Downs on Saturday (Sept. 6). This live money contest requires just a $3,000 buy in ($1,000 entry fee, $2,000 bankroll). Visit https://www.twinspires.com/bet/tourna... for more information. As a reminder, you can sign up for the FREE Players' Newsletter at https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/email - This weekly newsletter, sent on Friday, is a hub for horse racing content from the ITM Team and our partners. If you want even more premium handicapping analysis, including exclusive podcasts, detailed written analysis, and show notes from the free podcasts, please check out ITM Plus - https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/plus

PTF and Nick Tammaro kick things off with a lively discussion about the two memorable BC Classic preps -- and important races in their own right -- from the weekend. Tune in to hear their Pacific Classic and Jockey Club Gold Cup thoughts with comments on Fierceness, Journalism, Sierra Leone, Antiquarian and many more. They also discuss the controversial first furlong on the JCGC with thoughts on Kendrick Carmouche, Irad Ortiz Jr., and Dylan Davis, plus Mike Repole's twitter rant. Stay tuned for thoughts on Ted Noffey and Tommy Jo as well and their huge juvenile successes.Nect up, Henry Beeby of Goffs is here to talk about their upcoming Orby sale. It's a loaded catalogue and interesting discussion as he and PTF look back at past sale successes and talk about how Beeby got involved in the game.TwinSpires hosts the $3,000 Mint Millions Betting Challenge, focusing on the massive card at Kentucky Downs on Saturday (Sept. 6). This live money contest requires just a $3,000 buy in ($1,000 entry fee, $2,000 bankroll). Visit https://www.twinspires.com/bet/tourna... for more information. As a reminder, you can sign up for the FREE Players' Newsletter at https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/email - This weekly newsletter, sent on Friday, is a hub for horse racing content from the ITM Team and our partners. If you want even more premium handicapping analysis, including exclusive podcasts, detailed written analysis, and show notes from the free podcasts, please check out ITM Plus - https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/plus

En Sierra Leone, le conseil municipal de Freetown est à l'initiative d'un important projet de reforestation urbaine. Baptisé « Freetown the Treetown » – « Freetown la ville des arbres » en français –, il vise la plantation de cinq millions d'arbres dans la capitale sierra-léonaise d'ici 2030, avec l'aide de ses habitants. La grande innovation de ce projet est le suivi numérique de chaque plante enregistrée dans une base de données, avec l'objectif de faciliter, à l'avenir, leur monétisation sur le marché international des crédits carbone.  De notre envoyée spéciale à Freetown, Une dizaine de « trackers » courbés au-dessus de la vase prennent en photos les pieds de mangrove qui poussent face à la communauté pauvre de Congo Town. Depuis ce quartier informel bâti sur des remblais de terre et d'ordures, Saibatu Nabie Sandy surveille leur travail de loin : « Nous avons planté cette mangrove en 2022, explique-t-il. D'abord, nous avons planté 40 000 arbustes, puis de nouveau 40 000, donc presque 80 000 arbres ! Les huîtres ou les poissons aiment les mangroves, mais tout avait disparu. Maintenant, comme la mangrove a grandi, on commence juste à les voir revenir ». Porté par le conseil municipal de la capitale sierra-léonaise, le projet de reforestation urbaine de Freetown met l'accent sur le suivi de chaque arbre. Car planter ne suffit pas : il faut savoir combien de plantes survivent.« D'abord, on doit télécharger l'application Treetracker. Chaque arbre a un numéro spécifique pour l'envoi des informations à nos analystes, ce qui permet au conseil municipal de suivre l'évolution des mangroves », poursuit Saibatu Nabie Sandy.  1,2 million d'arbres ont été plantés jusqu'à présent à Freetown : des arbres fruitiers et forestiers, des plantes médicinales et des mangroves. Chacun est géolocalisé et suivi sur plusieurs années par les « trackers », grâce à la collecte de données numériques. À lire aussiComment convaincre les jeunes Africains de se lancer dans l'agriculture ?  « Chaque arbre est représenté » Dans les locaux du conseil municipal, Bineta Binia fait partie de l'équipe chargée de vérifier et de valider les données qui remontent du terrain : « On utilise la plateforme Greenstand pour tout enregistrer. Les données sont transférées directement dès qu'un arbre a été tracké dans l'application mobile. Moi, je vérifie les arbres un par un. Il faut que la photo soit nette, qu'on voit les racines dans le sol. Et si ce sont de jeunes pousses, on doit voir leur numéro d'identification. On doit aussi avoir des infos sur le type d'arbre dont il s'agit ».  Cette base de données rend le processus transparent et traçable et donc plus attractif pour de potentiels investisseurs sur le marché international des crédits carbone. « Déjà, ces informations servent à instruire les citoyens sur ce projet, expose Ibrahim Kamara, analyste pour « Freetown the Treetown ». Ensuite, cela nous renseigne sur le taux de survie des arbres : c'est important pour pouvoir monétiser tout ça sur le marché des crédits carbone. Les investisseurs auront besoin de connaître la densité de cette forêt urbaine. Sur cette carte interactive, chaque arbre est représenté. » L'objectif de « Freetown the Treetown » est de séquestrer 100 000 tonnes de carbone d'ici à 2030 en restaurant 5 000 hectares, soit environ cinq millions d'arbres plantés.  À lire aussiSierra Leone : « Freetown the Treetown », reboiser contre les catastrophes climatiques [1/2]

Le réchauffement climatique a des effets profonds sur la ville côtière de Freetown, en Sierra Leone. L'urbanisation galopante et anarchique et la déforestation massive ont fragilisé les sols et rendu la capitale particulièrement vulnérable face à l'érosion côtière. Les quartiers les plus pauvres sont les plus exposés par les inondations et les chaleurs extrêmes. Pour faire face à ces phénomènes extrêmes, le conseil municipal de la capitale a lancé l'initiative « Freetown the Treetown », qui vise à planter cinq millions d'arbres à travers la ville d'ici 2030.  De notre envoyée spéciale à Freetown, Un petit pont en béton enjambe une rivière encombrée de détritus, au milieu du bidonville de Kroo Bay. De chaque côté de la route, les habitations sont serrées entre les flancs d'une colline et l'océan. Helen se tient devant sa maison, dont l'entrée est surélevée : « Vous voyez, quand la pluie arrive, elle nous déborde… Ce pont est complètement bloqué par les déchets et l'eau ne s'écoule plus, c'est ça qui crée des inondations ! » Une partie du quartier de Kroo Bay est construite sur des remblais de terre déposés directement sur la couche de déchets plastiques charriés par l'océan. « Nous sommes très affectés par le changement climatique... Vous voyez bien que les structures sont mal construites ici », poursuit Helen.  « Quand il n'y avait pas encore toutes ces constructions sur les collines, on ne voyait jamais d'inondations ici, raconte Abbas Kamara, l'un des chefs communautaires de Kroo Bay. Mais à cause de la déforestation et de la production de charbon, il y a des inondations. La population a augmenté, il y a beaucoup d'ordures... C'est difficile de faire face à tout ça. Dès qu'il pleut beaucoup et que c'est la marée haute, nous sommes complètement inondés. Mais depuis 2020, le conseil municipal a lancé un projet pour restaurer la mangrove le long des côtes et replanter des arbres pour empêcher l'érosion. »  À lire aussiReforestation : oui, mais pas n'importe comment Planter cinq millions d'arbres d'ici 2030 Abbas Kamara travaille aussi comme « tracker » pour le conseil municipal de Freetown dans le cadre de la campagne « Freetown the Treetown », en français « Freetown, la ville des arbres », un programme de reforestation urbaine qui vise à faire pousser cinq millions d'arbres d'ici 2030, soit 5 000 hectares de forêt urbaine et de mangroves. Amos Vandy Saaty est le coordinateur de cet ambitieux programme : « Vous téléchargez une application sur votre téléphone. Automatiquement, on vous alloue un périmètre avec des arbres à surveiller. Vous êtes envoyés sur le terrain, vous ouvrez l'application, vous prenez une photo de l'arbre. Vous sauvez cette information dans votre téléphone et vous nous la transmettez. Puis, c'est enregistré dans une base de données vérifiée. »  Les trackers, comme les travailleurs journaliers, sont rémunérés : « Nous employons justement les gens qui coupaient les arbres pour fabriquer du charbon. Parmi les 1,2 millions d'arbres que nous avons planté, il y 275 000 pieds de mangroves. Il y a des manguiers, des pommiers... Et puisn sur le site du glissement de terrain mortel survenu en 2017 à Freetown, nous avons replanté une forêt de 100 000 arbres », poursuit Amos Vandy Saaty.  « Freetown the Treetown » prépare maintenant une entrée sur le marché international des crédits carbones. L'enregistrement de chaque arbre dans une base de données numériques devrait faciliter la monétisation de ce vaste projet participatif, qui a reçu de nombreux prix internationaux.  À lire aussiSierra Leone : huit ans après les coulées de boue meurtrières à Freetown, « les gens construisent sans penser au danger »

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (Total Performance Data) and racing expert Jamie Wrenn to dissect a dramatic weekend of racing across Britain, Ireland, and the USA - plus the shock news that Ryan Moore will miss the rest of the season, with Christophe Soumillon stepping in for Aidan O'Brien and Coolmore.

Jockey Flavien Prat discusses Nysos, Sierra Leone and more,

Presented by TwinSpires Jockey Flavien Prat discusses Nysos, Sierra Leone and more, trainer Mark Glatt looks back on Dr. Venkman's win in the Pat O'Brien and previews his weekend runners, Ian Wilkes talks about his Nashville Derby contender Burnham Square, and Brett Brinkman looks ahead to Saturday's Spinaway. Plus, Joe Miller, U.S. Representative for Tattersalls, provides an early preview of their October Yearling Sale, Kevin Kilroy previews three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a Stroll Through Racing History presented by Keeneland, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business. 

Sunday's Race of the Day is Saratoga's Grade 1 Jockey Club Gold Cup. David Aragona and Mike Beer analyze here.

Local standouts Journalism and Nysos face eastern shipper Fierceness in the Pacific Classic at Del Mar, and Mindframe gets a high-profile rematch with Sierra Leone in the Jockey Club Gold Cup at Saratoga. These 1 1/4-mile, Grade 1, $1 million races are spotlighted this week on the Ron Flater Racing Pod. Christina Blacker of FanDuel TV provides insight on the east vs. west matchup in California. She discusses Preakness and Haskell (G1) winner Journalism's first time facing older horses like Nysos and Fierceness in their audition for the Breeders' Cup Classic over the same course and distance in a little more than two months. Co-owner Brook T. Smith talks about whether Sierra Leone can reverse the trend against Mindframe when they have their third meeting, this time at Saratoga. He also outlines plans for the 4-year-old colt between now and the Breeders' Cup as well as after the $7 million race in which Sierra Leone is the defending winner. Super Screener creator Mike Shutty checks in from his home base near Del Mar to provide handicapping advice for the big weekend races. Co-hosts John Cherwa of the Los Angeles Times and Keith Nelson of Fairmount Park join in a tribute to Secretariat's late jockey Ron Turcotte. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Firefox, iHeart and Spotify as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Our summer break continues as we knock out our housekeeping and get things ready for a busy fall. And before we get back to all new episodes we've got another great look back at a favorite with the great actor Jeffrey Wright. He digs into his role on WestWorld, his time in Hollywood and the roles he loves to take on, and he shares the story of Nearest Green and what has become not only an inspiration but is also a very successful enterprise. From Episode 55 - April 16, 2020: From Angels in America to Basquiat to Syriana to Casino Royale to The Hunger Games to Boardwalk Empire to Classical Baby to Westworld. Jeffrey Wright (@JFreeWright) has played Martin Luther King Jr. and Colin Powell. He's played artists and scientists. And he's everyone's favorite Host, Bernard Lowe. He's won a Golden Globe, an Emmy, a Tony. And he's a driven supporter of causes ranging from veterans with mental health injuries to miners in Sierra Leone.  It's a look back at one of the greats. At a time when none of us were at our best, he showed us what it means to be the best. And a look at why he's one of our favorites to ever appear on the show. -WATCH video of Paul and Jeffrey's conversation. -Learn more about Independent Veterans of America and all of the IVA candidates.  -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us. And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Ways to listen:Social channels: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear stories about standing up for human rights around the world and struggling for truth, accountability and justice. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show's Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.). Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________ Etelle Higonnet joins Matt for a wine night from Copenhagen, and begins by talking about her role as a founding member of the Sustainable Wine Round table.  She then describes her family background, her experience moving around growing up, and how her passion for social justice developed.  Etelle talks about her college experience at Yale and what compelled her to move to Guatemala to work with refugees and displaced people.  She describes a scary encounter there with masked gunmen and her eventual publication a book on the U.S.-backed genocide in Guatemala.  Etelle then talks about spending time in Chiapas, Mexico, supporting a lawsuit brought by indigenous women, and attending a speech by Subcommandante Marcos, the spokesperson of the Zapatista movement. Next, she describes her experience working for Human Rights Watch and investigating crimes of sexual violence in the Ivory Coast after the 2007 civil war.  Etelle also talks about her time living in Iraq documenting testimonies from victims of political violence, her human rights work with Amnesty International in Sierra Leone, and her role in helping establish the Cambodian war crimes tribunal.  She reflects on the history and legacy of French colonialism, the need for post-colonial justice systems, and shares some human rights victories in Ivory Coast and Sierra Leone.  Finally, Etelle offers her insights, strategies, and encouragement to everyone working to stop the genocide in Palestine.  FULL SHOW NOTES WITH DIRECT LINKS TO EVERYTHING DISCUSSED ARE AVAILABLE HERE. ____________________________________ See my Top 10 Apps For Digital Nomads See my Top 10 Books For Digital Nomads See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that's not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn  See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ____________________________________ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Please Leave a Rating and Review. It really helps the show and I read each one personally.  You Can Buy Me a Coffee. Espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes! :)

In this podcast we catch back up on work in Haiti and discuss the decision to expand to Sierra Leone.To learn more about the work of Pont Global Medicine, visit www.pontglobalmedicine.org.

In this multi-part series we look at this history of Sierra Leone.  In this episode, former slaves flee the American colonies with the surrendering British.To learn more about the work of Pont Global Medicine, visit www.pontglobalmedicine.org.

In this multi-part series we look at this history of Sierra Leone.  In this episode, the people who will eventually found Sierra Leone languish in Canada.To learn more about the work of Pont Global Medicine, visit www.pontglobalmedicine.org.

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