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00:00 Meta faces global pressure after $18 billion US settlement 01:10 Ana Altchek joins from New York 01:55 Will legal settlements drive faster tech industry changes? 03:00 Can EU fines force Meta to act? 05:03 Will social media platforms create separate experiences for children? 05:57 What worries Meta more: fines or design restrictions? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/Follow DW on social media:âșInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnewsâșTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnewsâșFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/âșTwitter: https://twitter.com/dwnewsFĂŒr Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutschSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
Former Bosnian Serb Ratko Mladic convicted of genocide dies aged 84Mladic oversaw the killing of some 8,000 Muslim men and boys in a UN-designated âsafe areaâ in Srebenica in 1995.READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/08/27/former-bosnian-serb-ratko-mladic-convicted-of-genocide-dies-aged-84Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.Africanews is available in English and French.Website : www.africanews.comFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews#AfNews
Senegal ruling party Pastef presses government over 2027 local electionsSenegal is heading toward a crucial political test, with local elections expected in January 2027.READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/08/27/senegal-ruling-party-pastef-presses-government-over-2027-local-electionsSubscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.Africanews is available in English and French.Website : www.africanews.comFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews#AfNews
The new principal owners of the San Diego Padres say they're âgonna win it allâ as they bring the energy and diversity to Major League Baseball.
The Kimberley Diamond Cup (KDC) --one of South Africa's premier skateboarding events--lit up Pretoria this past weekend.Young skaters chased glory and a grand prize of 100-thousand rand.The Grand Slam event added a fresh sparkle to the capital's sporting calendar, proving skateboarding's rising popularity among South Africa's youth.For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.
Ethiopia bids to host Africa Cup of Nations 2028 after 52 yearsEthiopia is officially in the race to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, potentially bringing the continentâs biggest football tournament back to the country for the first time in more than 50 years.READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/08/25/ethiopia-bids-to-host-africa-cup-of-nations-2028-after-52-yearsSubscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.Africanews is available in English and French.Website : www.africanews.comFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews#AfSport
Barrydale: South Africaâs small town becoming an artistsâ havenSurrounded by hiking trails, mountain passes, hot springs and antique shops, Barrydale offers attractions beyond its art scene.For now, residents say the challenge is to welcome new artists and visitors without losing the qualities that drew them there in the first place.READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/08/25/barrydale-south-africas-small-town-becoming-an-artists-havenSubscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.Africanews is available in English and French.Website : www.africanews.comFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews#AfNews
S&P Global has agreed to buy control of Agusto & Co, a Lagos credit rating agency, and Moody's already owns GCR. Two of Nigeria's three licensed rating firms are now foreign-owned, and almost nobody noticed it happen.In Nigeria, a company cannot sell a bond to the national pension pool without a minimum "A" grade from two agencies licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Only three firms hold that licence. Behind that rule sits âŠ31.48 trillion belonging to over 11 million Nigerian workers.This investigation follows what happened to those licences. Moody's bought 51% of GCR in 2022 and the rest in 2024, absorbed WARA in francophone West Africa, and moved on MERIS in Egypt in 2025. S&P announced its agreement to buy Agusto in July 2026. Four acquisitions, one continent, four years.We also look at Senegal, which borrowed over $5 billion from its own West African neighbours at around 7% and was downgraded partly for doing it. And we test the bias argument honestly. The IMF found limited evidence that rating agencies treat Africa unfairly once fundamentals are accounted for, and Senegal's own $11 billion of undisclosed debt tells its own story.Africa's answer, AfCRA, launches in Mauritius in October 2026, into a market the global agencies have already been buying into for four years.The S&PâAgusto deal is agreed but not complete. Regulators in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Ghana still have to approve it.TO JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP CLICK THE LINK https://www.patreon.com/AfricaTodayClub763SOURCESInformation in this video is drawn from public statements and documents by S&P Global and Moody's Corporation; GCR Ratings corporate publications; the National Pension Commission of Nigeria (PenCom), including its investment regulations and list of approved rating agencies; the African Union and its African Peer Review Mechanism, including the AfCRA brief; the UN Economic Commission for Africa's Africa Sovereign Credit Rating Outlook (2026); IMF Working Paper 25/139 (2025); the World Bank; the OECD Africa Capital Markets Report (2025); UNDP research on African credit ratings; Chatham House; Brookings; and reporting by Reuters, Bloomberg and CNBC Africa.DISCLAIMERThis video is an independent journalistic analysis produced for educational and informational purposes. It is based on publicly available documents, official statements and reputable published reporting available at the time of production. The S&P Global and Agusto & Co transaction described here was announced as agreed and subject to regulatory approval, and had not completed at the time of publication. Where figures are illustrative examples rather than reported data, this is stated on screen. Where the evidence is contested, competing interpretations are presented. Nothing in this video is financial, investment, legal or tax advice, and no company, security or investment is being recommended. Views expressed are analytical commentary, not statements of fact about the intentions or conduct of any individual or organisation. Facts may change after publication. Viewers are encouraged to consult the original sources named above and to seek qualified professional advice before making any financial decision. Africa Today is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any company, government or institution mentioned.#Africa #Nigeria #FinanceWelcome to Africa Today a place where we showcase Africa's financial potential and help you obtain financial freedomTO JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP CLICK THE LINKhttps://www.patreon.com/AfricaTodayClub763BOOK A SESSION WITH US THROUGHhttps://www.patreon.com/AfricaTodayClub763/shop/one-on-one-consultation-129020?source=storefront JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP THROUGHhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQhku_T68i-szD9Qjv9YmTA/joinOUR PAYPALhttp://paypal.me/AfricaTodayDon't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe0:00 The Hidden Rule Behind Nigerian Pensions1:14 The Quiet Takeover of Local Grading Firms3:18 Why African Borrowing Is Coming Home7:13 The Race for Control Over African Credit11:21 The Future of Independent African Grading
Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1mojQ4ksdcSKg8jGc-f22Q/joinPlease follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/zackmwekassa/?hl=en-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Burkina Faso has announced a major measure targeting the importation of **wheat flour, semolina and couscous**. The decision could have significant consequences for food supplies, local production, prices and the countryâs broader push for **economic sovereignty**.Why did Burkina Faso make this decision? What does it mean for consumers, traders and local producers? Could this move strengthen domestic agriculture and food processing, or could it create new challenges in the market?In this video, we break down the latest development, the possible reasons behind the decision, its economic impact, and what it could mean for Burkina Faso and the wider **Alliance of Sahel States (AES)*Watch until the end for the full analysis!**LIKE the videoSUBSCRIBE for more African and international news SHARE your thoughts in the comments: **Is this a smart move for Burkina Faso?**#BurkinaFaso #IbrahimTraore #AES #AfricaNews #EconomicSovereignty
A reported gold discovery in a remote village in western Kenya has sparked a rush of fortune seekers hoping to strike it rich.Hundreds of people from across the region and neighbouring Uganda have descended on Cheporor village in West Pokot County.But the sudden influx is putting pressure on the communityâs limited infrastructure and raising concerns about safety and security.The BBCâs Akisa Wandera reports.Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafricaWebsite: https://www.bbc.com/africaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/Filmed and edited by Briank WhitneyReporter Akira Wandera
VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://toontumnetwork.comYOU CAN DONATE VIA: https://www.toontumnetwork.com/toontum-care/donate Is Gold Fields facing a major challenge in Tarkwa? The Apinto Traditional Council is demanding greater local ownership and participation in the Tarkwa gold mines, raising important questions about who truly benefits from Ghanaâs mineral wealth.In this video, we examine the growing debate over the Tarkwa gold mines, the position of the Apinto Chief, Gold Fieldsâ role in Ghanaâs mining industry, and the call for greater ownership of Ghanaâs natural resources. Should communities in mining areas have a bigger stake in the resources extracted from their lands? Should Ghana take stronger control of its gold industry?This debate goes beyond one mining companyâit touches on national ownership, local development, economic sovereignty, jobs, royalties, and the future of Ghanaâs gold.Watch the full discussion and share your opinion: Should the Tarkwa gold mines be owned and controlled more by Ghanaians?
Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1mojQ4ksdcSKg8jGc-f22Q/joinPlease follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/zackmwekassa/?hl=en-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Why did the CIA Director suddenly travel to Moscow? In this video, we examine the possible reasons behind the secretive meeting, the U.S.âRussia relationship, intelligence diplomacy, and what this visit could mean for the war in Ukraine and global geopolitics.Was this a diplomatic mission, a backchannel negotiation, or something much bigger? Watch until the end for the key details and geopolitical context.
In this powerful episode of PLO Lumumba Explain, Prof. PLO Lumumba breaks down the new defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, described in the episode as the Mecca Accord â a military understanding built around the principle: attack one, attack all.Lumumba compares this new alliance to NATO, questioning whether the old Western defense order is still fit for purpose in a rapidly changing world.He explains how the post-World War II system created NATO, the United Nations, and a Western-led global order â but argues that this order is now being tested by new realities:The rise of ChinaThe return of Russia as a major powerTurkeyâs frustration with NATO and the European UnionIsraelâs actions in Gaza and across the Middle EastSaudi Arabiaâs search for stronger security guaranteesPakistanâs strategic role after Indiaâs growing closeness to IsraelThe collapse of trust in old international institutionsLumumba also explains why Turkey, despite being a NATO member since 1952, may now be looking for alternative alliances with Muslim-majority powers. He argues that President ErdoÄan sees Turkey as a regional force with historical responsibility â especially as Israel expands its military reach in Gaza, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, and beyond.This episode asks a critical question:Is the Mecca Accord the beginning of a new power bloc in the Muslim world â and a sign that NATOâs old order is crumbling?đ„ Watch the full episode and join the conversation.#PLOLumumba #PLOLumumbaExplain #SaudiArabia #Turkey #Pakistan #NATO #MeccaAccord #MiddleEast #Israel #Gaza #Geopolitics #NewWorldOrder #TheeAlfaHousehttps://forms.gle/3KVxRTMkqPkreHE88Collaborate with Thee Alfa House đđŸđđŸWeâre open to exciting collaborations! Whether you're a brand, creator, or business, fill out this form, and weâll get back to you.https://forms.gle/RWc2bC6jHgVqfmZ87Be a Guest on Thee Alfa House! đđŸđđŸWe love connecting with amazing people! If youâd like to be featured in one of our episodes, tell us about yourself, and weâll reach out.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9cLBl4oAojA7oEMR6T-tpQ/joinFollow us on our socials X/ Twitter - https://x.com/thee_alfa_house TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theealfasocial?lang=en Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alfa_house_social/ 00:00 â Saudi, Turkey & Pakistan: A New Defense Pact?01:11 â Post-World War II Order and the Birth of NATO02:47 â Marshall Plan and Europeâs Dependence on America03:17 â NATOâs Core Principle: Attack One, Attack All03:58 â Is NATO Still Fit for Purpose?04:27 â China, Russia and the New Global Reality05:21 â Europe Questions Americaâs Reliability06:35 â Russia, China and Turkey Flex Their Power07:09 â The Mecca Accord: A New Islamic NATO?08:26 â Why Would Saudi Arabia Join This Alliance?09:21 â Pakistan, India and Israelâs Growing Relationship10:28 â Turkeyâs Regional Ambitions Under ErdoÄan11:29 â Turkey in NATO, But Still Rejected by Europe12:38 â Why the Middle East Defies Simple Analysis13:35 â NATO Refuses to Fully Join the Iran-Israel War14:43 â Gaza Divides NATO and the West15:44 â Trump, NATO and Americaâs Confusing Foreign Policy16:25 â ICC, Netanyahu and Western Double Standards17:01 â International Institutions Are Being Reconfigured18:47 â Europe, China, Africa and the Changing World20:18 â ErdoÄan, Ottoman Memory and Muslim Power21:08 â Netanyahuâs Expansionist Strategy22:16 â Turkeyâs Fear of Israeli Expansion23:53 â Islam Against Zionism?24:34 â Mecca Accord Tested by Houthi Strike25:11 â Would Saudi, Turkey and Pakistan Really Fight Together?26:09 â Lessons from NATO: Alliances Are Not Automatic27:15 â Israel, Holocaust Guilt and Western Protection28:31 â Netanyahu and Israelâs Global Narrative29:53 â Why the Two-State Solution Failed31:31 â Israel and International Law32:35 â Why Netanyahu Escapes Accountability33:18 â Democracy as Defined by the West34:17 â IMF, World Bank and Western Control35:21 â BRICS and the Challenge to Western Power36:29 â Russia, China, Brazil and Africa in the New Order37:11 â UN, NATO and the Collapse of Old Institutions40:10 â Trump vs the US Establishment41:22 â Europe Begins to Rethink Defense42:27 â Russia, Ukraine and the Proxy War45:03 â Netanyahu as a War Prime Minister46:52 â Israel, Turkey and the Risk of Wider War48:23 â The Samson Option and Nuclear Danger49:17 â Can New UN Leadership Bring Peace?
US government borrowing is rising at a historic pace. In the last year alone, debt grew by 3 trillion dollars, despite President Trump's promises to bring spending under control. US national debt has doubled over the last 10 years and now stands at over 40 trillion dollars. That's almost 120,000 dollars for every single person in America. DW News spoke with Wendy Edelberg, a principal at the geopolitical consulting firm WestExec Advisors and a former chief economist at the Congressional Budget Office, which provides economic data to US lawmakers. Chapters: 00:00 America's debt hits $40 trillion00:53 Wendy Edelberg explains the numbers01:49 Is the debt actually a problem?05:00 Debt, taxes and political choices09:02 Could China threaten the US economy?#dwbusiness #usa #useconomy For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/Follow DW on social media:âșInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnewsâșTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnewsâșFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/âșTwitter: https://twitter.com/dwnewsFĂŒr Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutschSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
Prof. PLO Lumumba challenges the dominant narrative surrounding the IsraelâIran conflict.He argues that to understand the current crisis, the world must examine the sequence of events leading up to the escalation, including the conflict in Gaza and the diplomatic negotiations that were taking place before hostilities expanded.This short explores the importance of historical context, diplomacy, and competing perspectives in one of the world's most significant geopolitical conflicts.đïž PLO Lumumbađș THEE ALFA HOUSE#PLOLumumba #IsraelIran #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #Iran #Israel #TheeAlfaHouse #Shorts #WorldPolitics #globalaffairs https://forms.gle/3KVxRTMkqPkreHE88Collaborate with Thee Alfa House đđŸđđŸWeâre open to exciting collaborations! Whether you're a brand, creator, or business, fill out this form, and weâll get back to you.https://forms.gle/RWc2bC6jHgVqfmZ87Be a Guest on Thee Alfa House! đđŸđđŸWe love connecting with amazing people! If youâd like to be featured in one of our episodes, tell us about yourself, and weâll reach out.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9cLBl4oAojA7oEMR6T-tpQ/joinFollow us on our socials X/ Twitter - https://x.com/thee_alfa_house TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theealfasocial?lang=en Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alfa_house_social/ #africa #kenya #kenyanews #panafricanism #theealfahousesocial
In 1905, the largest diamond ever found was discovered in South Africa. It was 3,106 carats. It was given to the British King Edward VII. The British call it a gift. Many South Africans call it theft. It is still in the Crown Jewels. South Africans have been demanding its return since 2022.â JOIN THE FAMILY MAILING LIST (Free) https://bit.ly/4gb9xSo â Link Tree (Links to BHX) https://bio.site/blackhistoryx/â Shop (T-Shirts - Art - Downloads): https://artist22-shop.fourthwall.com/en-gbp/â TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@black.history.xâ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblackhistoryx/
Every time I think the English language is harmless, I find some mess like this.Before a bulldozer was a machine, a âbulldozerâ was a person.And somehow tracing that word takes you straight back to Reconstruction Louisiana and Black people trying to vote.That is one hell of an etymology.
Iâm still stuck on Marla Gibbs filming The Jeffersons and then going to work at United because she wasnât convinced the show was going to last.And honestly, that tells me so much about her. đBecause she didnât just get lucky and ride one role for fifty years.That woman BUILT a career.
In 1926, jazz pianist Fats Waller was allegedly kidnapped from the Sherman Hotel in Chicago and forced to play for Al Capone's birthday party. He was held for three days and released with thousands of dollars. Was it real or a cover story? The truth remains uncertain.â JOIN THE FAMILY MAILING LIST (Free) https://bit.ly/4gb9xSo â Link Tree (Links to BHX) https://bio.site/blackhistoryx/â Shop (T-Shirts - Art - Downloads): https://artist22-shop.fourthwall.com/en-gbp/â TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@black.history.xâ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblackhistoryx/
Dr. Khanyisile Litchfield-Tshabalala delivers a provocative assessment of Captain Ibrahim TraorĂ©, Burkina Faso and the future of democracy in Africa.Is Ibrahim TraorĂ© a dictator â or is Burkina Faso attempting to build a political system suited to its own historical and economic realities?In this wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Litchfield-Tshabalala argues that what is happening in Burkina Faso should not simply be viewed through the conventional Western definition of democracy. She describes TraorĂ©âs system as closer to democratic centralism and military rule, arguing that Burkina Faso is attempting to confront neocolonialism while building greater national sovereignty.She examines TraorĂ©âs relationship with the legacy of Thomas Sankara, Burkina Fasoâs emphasis on food security and local production, the Alliance of Sahel States, military cooperation, African languages and the country's attempt to reduce French influence.The conversation goes much further.Dr. Litchfield-Tshabalala questions whether Western-style multiparty democracy has delivered genuine political and economic liberation for Africa. She discusses Franceâs historical influence in Francophone Africa, Russiaâs growing relationship with African states, BRICS, mineral ownership, foreign investment, sovereign debt and Africaâs dependence on Western economic systems.She argues that political independence without control over resources, economic policy and national defence leaves African countries vulnerable to outside influence.The discussion also explores one of the most controversial questions facing the continent:Can Africa achieve genuine economic liberation without also possessing the military power to defend its sovereignty?Dr. Litchfield-Tshabalala is a South African politician and former South African Navy rear admiral.Burkina Faso remains one of Africaâs most debated political experiments. TraorĂ© came to power following the 2022 coup, and the country's military government formally dissolved political parties in January 2026. TraorĂ© has also publicly intensified his criticism of conventional democracy.Watch the full conversation and tell us:Is Western-style democracy working for Africa â or does the continent need to develop its own systems of governance?Subscribe for more conversations on African politics, Pan-Africanism, geopolitics, leadership and the future of the continent.#IbrahimTraore #BurkinaFaso #Africa #PanAfricanism #KhanyisileLitchfieldTshabalalaWe love connecting with amazing people! If youâd like to be featured in one of our episodes, tell us about yourself, and weâll reach out.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9cLBl4oAojA7oEMR6T-tpQ/joinFollow us on our socials X/ Twitter - https://x.com/thee_alfa_house TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theealfasocial?lang=en Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alfa_house_social/ 00:00 France, Colonialism & Africa01:15 Is Democracy Working for Africa?02:09 Why Burkina Faso Chose Military Rule03:00 TraorĂ© & âDemocratic Centralismâ04:22 Why She Says TraorĂ© Is Not a Dictator05:14 Food Security, Defence & Burkina Faso06:29 The Sahel States' Defence Alliance06:51 Ibrahim TraorĂ© & Thomas Sankaraâs Legacy08:19 Why Franceâs Influence Must End10:00 Democracy & Foreign Interference in Africa11:19 Meeting Ibrahim TraorĂ©12:37 TraorĂ©âs Charisma, Leadership & Security13:09 Confronting Religious Fundamentalism15:13 Is Russia Replacing France in Africa?16:53 Capitalism, Minerals & Foreign Investment19:55 The Legacy of France in West Africa21:57 What Can Russia Offer Africa?22:57 Why Africa Needs Military Power25:37 Poverty, Food Security & Defence27:13 The Three Foundations of Sovereignty28:58 Democracy, Money & Foreign Influence31:09 Should African Countries Go Nuclear?33:10 Why Africa Needs âWokeâ Leaders35:17 Africaâs Sovereignty Crisis37:54 Has Democracy Worked Anywhere?41:21 Russia vs Western Hegemony in Africa43:38 Why BurkinabĂš Support TraorĂ©46:17 Can TraorĂ©âs Model Work Across Africa?48:03 South Africa, BRICS & African Power50:36 Why African Countries Are Trapped in Debt51:54 Africaâs Raw Materials Problem53:05 Tax Avoidance & African Poverty54:37 Burkina Fasoâs Strategy on Debt55:14 Colonial Reparations & African Debt57:06 Why Foreign Investors Still Need Africa58:19 Africa Must Set Its Own Terms
China already controls most of Namibia's uranium mines, so why did China and Namibia sign new critical minerals agreements in Beijing? This documentary investigates what China really gained in Namibia.Full description:China already controls most of Namibia's uranium mines, so why did China and Namibia sign new critical minerals agreements in Beijing? This documentary investigates what China really gained in Namibia.In October 2023, Namibia stopped a Chinese company from shipping lithium ore out of the country. Less than three years later, the Namibian government was in Beijing signing new mineral agreements with China. That contradiction is where this investigation starts.Namibia produces roughly twelve percent of the world's mined uranium, and Chinese state-linked companies already held controlling positions in the country's two largest uranium mines long before 2026. So the obvious explanation â that China came for the minerals â doesn't hold up. We followed the documents instead.What we found points somewhere else entirely: the stage after extraction. Processing. Refining. Technology transfer. The part of the mineral value chain where most of the money is made and where China currently dominates globally. This film examines whether Namibia can turn diplomatic language into enforceable industrial commitments, and whether the country has the electricity, water, engineers and contract terms to actually build the industry it negotiated for.We also look at Walvis Bay as a regional trade corridor for landlocked Zambia, Zimbabwe, the DRC and Botswana, Namibia's competing minerals partnership with the European Union, the national engineering skills shortage, and how China itself climbed from low-value manufacturing into industrial capability â including the parts of that model that failed.This is a story about African industrialization, resource sovereignty, and who captures value in the global critical minerals economy.đ SOURCESReporting by Reuters and Namibian outlets on the July 2026 state visit; the published NamibiaâChina joint statement; International Energy Agency data on critical mineral refining concentration; Namibian uranium production figures from industry reporting; a 2025 presentation to Namibia's National Council for Higher Education on engineering graduate numbers; UNCTAD's 2026 assessment of Namibian manufacturing skills constraints; Namibia's 2023 unprocessed minerals export ban; the 2022 NamibiaâEU raw materials and green hydrogen partnership; Hyphen Hydrogen Energy project disclosures; Shell's January 2025 write-down statement; World Bank research on special economic zones and human capital; and the African Union's green minerals strategy.â ïž DISCLAIMERThis documentary is produced for educational and journalistic purposes. It is based on publicly available reporting, official government statements, published data and company disclosures available at the time of production. Where the evidence is incomplete or contested, that uncertainty is stated in the film. Analytical interpretations are clearly presented as analysis rather than established fact, and no claim of wrongdoing is made against any government, company or individual. Figures relating to proposed projects represent stated ambitions, not completed developments. Nothing in this video constitutes financial, investment, legal or political advice. Africa Today is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any government, company or organisation mentioned. Viewers are encouraged to consult the original sources and reach their own conclusions.đ€ SUPPORT THIS WORKTO JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP CLICK THE LINK https://www.patreon.com/AfricaTodayClub763Your membership funds the research time behind investigations like this one.#Namibia #ChinaAfrica #CriticalMineralsWelcome to Africa Today a place where we showcase Africa's financial potential and help you obtain financial freedomTO JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP CLICK THE LINKhttps://www.patreon.com/AfricaTodayClub763BOOK A SESSION WITH US THROUGHhttps://www.patreon.com/AfricaTodayClub763/shop/one-on-one-consultation-129020?source=storefront JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP THROUGHhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQhku_T68i-szD9Qjv9YmTA/joinOUR PAYPALhttp://paypal.me/AfricaTodayDon't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe
French presidential hopeful Philippe vows to crack down on immigration to MayotteDuring a visit to Mayotte on Friday, Franceâs former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe vowed to crack down on immigration to the French overseas territory if heâs elected to the presidency next year. READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/08/21/french-presidential-hopeful-philippe-vows-to-crack-down-on-immigration-to-mayotteSubscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.Africanews is available in English and French.Website : www.africanews.comFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews#AfNews
Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1mojQ4ksdcSKg8jGc-f22Q/joinPlease follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/zackmwekassa/?hl=en-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The European Union is raising concerns over Caribbean countries welcoming African nationals. What is behind this warning, and could it have wider consequences for migration, diplomacy, and relations between Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean? In this video, we examine the latest developments, the political debate, and what this could mean for African travelers and Caribbean nations.
00:00 Meta faces global pressure after $18 billion US settlement 01:10 Ana Altchek joins from New York 01:55 Will legal settlements drive faster tech industry changes? 03:00 Can EU fines force Meta to act? 05:03 Will social media platforms create separate experiences for children? 05:57 What worries Meta more: fines or design restrictions? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/Follow DW on social media:âșInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnewsâșTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnewsâșFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/âșTwitter: https://twitter.com/dwnewsFĂŒr Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutschSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
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At some point Jenifer Lewis played so many of our mamas that Hollywood just gave her custody of everybody. đBut there is SO much more to this woman than the roles.More than 300 credits. Decades of honesty about her mental health. Two memoirs. A recovery that couldâve gone very differently.And somehow she is still out here being completely, unapologetically Jenifer Lewis.
What happens when we stop talking to each other? New research suggests weâre speaking hundreds of words less every day than we were just a few years ago. The decline may have profound consequences for how we form relationships and build communities. DW host Jared Reed speaks with author Dr Valeria Pfeifer, whose research shows weâre speaking around 338 fewer words per person per day, every year. Evolutionary psychologist Professor Robin Dunbar explains why conversation may be about much more than exchanging information â itâs one of the ways humans create community. And as face-to-face interaction gives way to texting, social media and video calls, they explore what we might lose when conversation becomes less common. Could fewer everyday conversations mean weaker relationships, greater loneliness and more divided communities? And if talking to other people is a skill, what happens when we stop practicing it? Link to the research: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17456916261425131#dwcurrentaffairs Chapters: 00:00 What happens when a society stops talking? 01:20 Weâre rapidly losing spoken words 02:32 Arenât we just being more efficient? 03:57 The evolutionary purpose of language 05:26 Is digital communication an adequate substitute? 07:00 Conversation in person is a skill 08:55 Possible impacts at a time of increased loneliness 10:19 Quality friendships help our wellbeing 10:59 ConclusionFor more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/Follow DW on social media:âșInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnewsâșTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnewsâșFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/âșTwitter: https://twitter.com/dwnewsFĂŒr Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutschSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #dwcurrentaffairs
