UN speeds up the with­draw­al of its peace­keep­ers from Mali as new con­flict breaks out. Published on 20 August 2023. The UN peacekeeping mission in Mali says the deteriorating security situation is forcing it to speed up its withdrawal from the country. A week ago, six UN troops and dozens of fighters from an armed group were killed in confrontations near the northern city of Ber. The UN is already in the process of wrapping up its operations. In June, the UN Security Council voted to terminate the decade-long mission, announcing the 13,000 peacekeepers would leave Mali by the end of the year. It followed a request from the military government, which accused the UN of failing to act against armed groups. So how important is the role of foreign players in stabilising Mali? Presenter: Nick Clark Guests: Moussa Kondo – Former adviser to the president of Mali Ovigwe Eguegu – Analyst focusing on West Africa and the Sahel for Afripolitika Fatima al-Ansar – Analyst specialising in the Sahel and founder of Tilwalte Peace Network

The Russ­ian space­craft crashed in­stead of mak­ing a soft land­ing at the lu­nar south pole. Published on 21 August 2023. It was a mission to elevate Russia’s standing at home and in space, but the Luna-25 spacecraft failed to stick its landing. Its crash is raising questions about Moscow’s space programme, particularly as Russia becomes more isolated from the West. Like Russia, China, India and the United States are also looking to explore whether ice and other resources can be found at the lunar south pole. So, how big a setback has the Kremlin suffered? And what does it mean for rival programmes and business ventures out of this world? Presenter: Laura Kyle Guests: Steve Maran – Retired astronomer from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center and author of the guidebook Astronomy for Dummies Anil Kumar Bhatt – Retired lieutenant general from the Indian Army and director general of the Indian Space Association Derrick Pitts – Chief astronomer and planetarium programmes director at The Franklin Institute

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Wallace and panellists ponder how to make debates more interesting by remembering at New Zealand's iconic political debate show - The Worm. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week. Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists take a look at the Government's books with the Pre-election Economic and Fiscal Update (PREFU). They also talk to chair of the Northland Mayoral Forum about the impact of Brynderwyns road closures. Plus, how many lollies is too many lollies on your Air NZ flight? Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists discuss structured literacy and phonics as a way to lift literacy rates and hear from a school principal about employers exploiting high-school workers. Plus, 140 years of the Invercargill of the Salvation Army.

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Par­ty once op­posed to mil­i­tary gov­ern­ment gets mil­i­tary back­ing to form new ad­min­is­tra­tion. Published on 23 August 2023. Thailand’s democracy enters another phase just as a towering political figure from its past returns from exile. Thaksin Shinawatra was whisked from the airport to prison to start serving an eight-year sentence. But there is strong speculation that he and his Pheu Thai party have an arrangement with the powerful military for his return and for the formation of a new government. The Move Forward party, which won May’s election, is meanwhile sidelined. The country’s democracy has been fragile – with governments overthrown by the generals who remain in overall control. So what’s next for Thailand? And what will the public reaction be to the latest political manoeuvres? Presenter: Laura Kyle Guests: Punchada Sirivunnabood – Specialist on Thailand’s electoral system and an associate professor at Mahidol University Duncan McCargo – Professor of public policy and global affairs at Nanyang Technological University and co-author of, The Thaksinisation of Thailand Kasit Piromya – Former foreign minister of Thailand, Democrat Party politician and former Yellow Shirts activist

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Wallace and panellists talk to an expert snake catcher about deadly creature across the ditch. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week. Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists talk about the impact of migration on housing and demographics in light of today's Stats NZ figures. They hear from a criminologist about how stable housing can reduce recidivism. Plus, would you accept a public marriage proposal? Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists mark the end of the NZ COVID Tracer app and get tips on how to spot fraudulent or misleading professional profiles online. And lastly, the app detailing Otago's underground toilets.

List of pas­sen­gers on the plane that crashed on Wednes­day in­clud­ed Wag­n­er group chief Yevge­ny Prigozhin. Published on 24 August 2023. Was it an accident or payback from the Kremlin? Speculation is rife after the plane crash in Russia on Wednesday. The only thing beyond doubt about what happened is the wreckage of the plane that was scattered far and wide. Russia’s aviation agency said there were no survivors from among the 10 people on board. There were three crew and seven members of the Wagner mercenary group, including its leader Yevgeny Prigozhin, listed to be on board. Prigozhin led a brief revolt against the Russian army in June – described as “treason” by President Vladimir Putin, before apparently being forgiven. What other facts can be drawn from what happened? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: In Moscow: Pavel Felgenhauer – Defence and military analyst In Brussels: Donnacha Ó Beacháin – Professor of post-Soviet politics and author of, The Colour Revolutions in the Former Soviet Republics: Successes and Failures In Rome: Owen Matthews – Author of, Overreach: The Inside Story of Putin’s War on Ukraine

Group of five na­tions plans to wel­come six more in Jan­u­ary. Published on 25 August 2023. A new era for BRICS nations has begun. The five members of the bloc have agreed to invite six new ones. And they are planning new currency arrangements aimed at reducing reliance on the US dollar. So can BRICS really shake up the world’s political and economic architecture? Presenter: Nick Clark Guests: Berlin – Ben Aris, founder and editor-in-chief, BNE IntelliNews, a business media company focusing on emerging markets Johannesburg – Arina Muresan, senior researcher, Institute for Global Dialogue, and South African foreign policy specialist Beijing – Einar Tangen, China affairs analyst and senior fellow, Taihe Institute

The Unit­ed States’ top diplo­mat flew to Bei­jing aim­ing to ease months of ten­sion. Published on 18 Jun 2023. When superpowers fall out, the rest of the world worries about what might happen next. So the visit to China by the top US diplomat is being closely watched. The military and economic giants fail to see eye to eye on many vital issues. There’s rivalry and mistrust on both sides. But there’s also an acknowledgement, however hesitant, that the strategic rivals need one another to further their own interests, both at home and abroad. Will Antony Blinken’s visit signal an improvement – or fuel divisions? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Einar Tangen – China affairs analyst and senior fellow, Taihe Institute Natasha Lindstaedt – Deputy dean and professor, University of Essex Joseph Mahoney – Professor of Politics and International Relations, East China Normal University

In­dia’s leader has sug­gest­ed a full Group of 20 mem­ber­ship for the African Union. Published on 19 Jun 2023. Some of the world’s most pressing issues are often decided by the leaders of a few wealthy nations. For far too long, input from Africa, and other places in the Global South, has been limited or even disregarded. But there’s now a push for that to change, specifically within the Group of 20 (G20) bloc. As India prepares to host the G20 summit this year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is calling for the African Union to be given full and permanent membership. But why now? And what political and economic interests are at stake? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Onyekachi Wambu – Co-executive director of London’s African Foundation for Development Anusha Chari – Professor of economics and finance at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the US Guido Cozzi – Professor of macroeconomics at the University of St Gallen in Switzerland

Hu­man rights groups say mili­tia group has com­mit­ted war crimes in re­gion fac­ing acute hu­man­i­tar­i­an cri­sis. Published on 20 Jun 2023. On Tuesday, June 20 at 19:30 GMT: The Democratic Republic of Congo has been facing political instability and armed violence since 1996, with an estimated six million people killed since the conflict began. In March 2022 the M23 armed group launched a new offensive and seized territory in eastern DRC, displacing more than a million people. According to a Human Rights Watch report, M23 allegedly executed scores of villagers and militia members between November 2022 and April 2023, burying them in mass graves in the village of Kishishe, North Kivu. The report says that M23 has committed unlawful killings, rape, and other war crimes since late 2022, exacerbating the dire humanitarian crisis in the country. 171 civilians were executed in the last ten days of November alone, according to the UN’s human rights office. In this episode of The Stream, we’ll look at how the battle between M23 and DR Congo’s government is affecting civilians and ask what can end this cycle of violence. In this episode of The Stream, we are joined by: Kambale Musavuli, @kambale Analyst, Center for Research on the Congo-Kinshasa kambale.com Ruth Omar Esther, @omarruth9 Freelance journalist Carine Kaneza Nantulya, @CarineNantulya Deputy Africa Director, Human Rights Watch hrw.org

Is­rael’s at­tack on the Jenin refugee camp on Mon­day killed six Pales­tini­ans and in­jured many more. Published on 20 Jun 2023. This year has been marked by the Israeli military’s escalations in the occupied West Bank – the likes of which have not been seen in decades. Israel’s far-right government has increased its raids against Palestinians by launching military operations that often result in people being killed and wounded. On Monday, the air was filled with the sounds of whirring blades from combat helicopters, live ammunition, and stun grenades. Israeli forces had launched an attack against the Jenin refugee camp that would last for hours. Last year, an Israeli sniper shot and killed veteran Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh who was wearing her full press gear. The city of Jenin has become symbolic of the Palestinian resistance and in recent years, several armed groups have emerged from there. Israel says it is going after these groups that pose a threat to its security. But Palestinians say they are the ones paying a high price. So, is there a risk of a further escalation? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Yossi Beilin – Former Israeli minister of justice and former negotiator during the 1993 Oslo Accords Nour Odeh – Political analyst and former spokesperson for the Palestinian Authority Bill Law – Editor of Arab Digest and a former BBC Gulf and Middle East journalist

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For­mer Pak­istani leader has been con­vict­ed of cor­rup­tion and barred from elec­tions for five years. Published on 6 August 2023. He was once Pakistan’s most powerful politician. But Imran Khan, the country’s former prime minister, is now in prison. His supporters say political persecution fuelled his arrest. However, reactions are mixed, particularly in light of his contentious legal battles. The arrest comes just months before elections in November, which some observers say could lead to social unrest. So will this end Khan’s political career? And will it further deepen divisions among Pakistan’s political parties? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: Shandana Gulzar Khan – Joint secretary of the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party Nawab Muhammad Taimur Talpur – Ruling Pakistan Peoples Party minister in Sindh province Azeema Cheema – Founding director of the firm Verso Consulting

Eight coun­tries are meet­ing in Brazil to dis­cuss chal­lenges fac­ing the crit­i­cal ecosys­tem. Published on 7 August 2023. It’s been 14 years since the last summit of Amazon rainforest nations – a time during which the impact of climate change has worsened well beyond what might have been imagined back then. Floods, wildfires and extreme temperatures have destroyed lives and communities worldwide. Meanwhile, countries are missing international targets to reduce emissions as the climate crisis worsens. Leaders meeting in Brazil all agree on the need to act, but big divisions remain on what’s to be done. There are deep disagreements on oil exploration and deforestation as well as conflicting domestic interests. So what will this summit achieve? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Carlos Peres – professor of tropical conservation ecology at the University of East Anglia Jan Rocha – freelance journalist and author Bram Ebus – lead journalist and research coordinator at Amazon Underworld

Rebels in Amhara have tak­en up arms against Ethiopia’s mil­i­tary. Published on 8 August 2023. Conflict has returned to Ethiopia – this time in Amhara, the second-largest region in the country. Many Amharas say they’ve been sidelined by the government in Addis Ababa, which is dominated by the Oromo ethnic group. Rebels in Amhara – known as Fano – helped the government in its two-year war in neighbouring Tigray. Now they’ve taken up arms against the military. The rebels have in turn been accused of trying to overthrow the government. So, what’s driving this conflict? And how’s the government addressing the region’s long-simmering grievances? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Kemal Hashi Mohamoud – Member of the Ethiopian Parliament Yohannes Woldemariam – Academic and Ethiopia researcher specialising in the Horn of Africa Tewodrose Tirfe – Chairman and founding member of the Amhara Association of America

Coup lead­ers con­tin­ue to ig­nore in­ter­na­tion­al calls to re­in­state the oust­ed pres­i­dent. Published on 9 August 2023. Niger is in crisis two weeks after a military coup. The generals in control are ignoring international demands to reinstate deposed President Mohamed Bazoum. So what’s the future for the vast country and a key Western ally? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Idayat Hassan – Director of the Centre for Democracy and Development, a policy and research organisation based in Abuja Alexis Akwagyiram – Managing editor at news site Semafor Africa Cameron Hudson – Senior associate at the Centre for Strategic and International Studies

Two high-pro­file US vis­i­tors have been to Bei­jing in the past month amid US-Chi­na ten­sions. Published on 10 July 2023. Relations between the US and China appear to be at a crossroads. Two high-profile US visitors have been to Beijing in the past month to try to repair the damaged relationship. Trade sanctions, computer chip secrets and Taiwan are just some of the points of contention for the world’s two biggest economies and nuclear superpowers. But so far, there is apparently little to show for the diplomatic missions. So are they just photo ops and political theatre? Or has anything been achieved? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Paul Triolo – senior vice president for China at global business strategy firm Albright Stonebridge Elizabeth Larus – founder and president of E Larus Consulting Andy Mok – senior research fellow, China’s Center for China and Globalization think tank

We ask what lies ahead for Palestinians in the aftermath of Israel’s assault on refugee camp. Published on 9 July 2023. On Monday, July 10 at 19:30 GMT: On July 3, Israel launched a large-scale military assault on the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, with Israeli forces killing 12 Palestinians, including at least three children. Thousands of people were forced from their homes as Israeli military bulldozers destroyed streets and smashed infrastructure, while air raids demolished houses. Israeli forces also reportedly fired tear gas into a hospital and denied medical aid teams from accessing the camp, moves criticised by aid groups and UN agencies. 2023 is now on track to be the deadliest year in the occupied West Bank in more than a decade. Israel’s military operation in Jenin ended on July 5, but many Palestinians are now homeless. According to Jenin’s Deputy Governor, nearly 80% of the homes in the camp were damaged or destroyed. In this episode of The Stream, we’ll get an update on what’s happening on the ground in Jenin and ask what lies ahead for civilians. In this episode of The Stream, we are joined by: Omar Baddar, @OmarBaddar Political analyst Diana Buttu, @dianabuttu Former spokesperson for the Palestine Liberation Organization Ayman Yousef Professor of Conflict Resolution, Arab American University of Palestine

At its an­nu­al sum­mit, the al­liance is set to ex­pand as it faces new se­cu­ri­ty chal­lenges. Published on 11 July 2023. In Lithuania, some of the world’s top leaders are discussing the future of NATO. After repeatedly blocking Sweden’s membership, Turkey says it is now ready to support it. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has served to strengthen the military alliance. So how is NATO changing the power dynamic across Europe? And how will Russian President Vladimir Putin respond? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Robert Hunter – Former US ambassador to NATO; senior fellow at Center for Transatlantic Relations Mats Engstrom – Senior policy fellow at European Council on Foreign Relations Sinan Ulgen – Former Turkish diplomat; chairman of Centre for Economic and Foreign Policy Studies

Notorious for sparking violent protests, an international beauty pageant returns to India. Published on 11 July 2023. On Tuesday, July 11 at 19:30 GMT: News of Miss World returning to India has rekindled memories of the competition’s tumultuous history in the country, when in 1996, violent protests were fuelled over a fear that encompassed both western cultural imperialism as well as threats to the dignity of Indian women. Members of an Indian feminist group threatened to commit mass suicide. Both right-wing politicians and left-wing student groups raised their voices together in opposition. Thousands of police were sent to Bengaluru to guard the pageant, which, due to safety concerns, relocated its swimsuit competition to Seychelles. One pageant protester died from self-immolation. More than two decades since the chaos of the Miss World competition, what does hosting the contest mean for India today? Indian beauty queens have long used pageants to build bigger careers in Bollywood and abroad. And more competitions are promoting ideas of female empowerment, freedom and leadership. But critics see the concept of a televised contest pitting women against each other based on narrow standards of beauty, evening gowns, and an interview question as a relic rooted in patriarchy. In this episode of The Stream, we’ll look at how Indian women relate to the spectacle and business of beauty pageants. Join the conversation. On this episode of The Stream, we speak with: Paromita Vohra, @parodevi Filmmaker and writer Radhika Parameswaran Professor, Indiana University Anna Bredemeyer Former Indian supermodel

Iran­ian Pres­i­dent Ebrahim Raisi is on a three-coun­try African tour, hop­ing to forge new al­liances. Published on 12 July 2023. The Iranian president is visiting Africa to increase trade and economic ties – with stops in Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe. It’s a different approach for a country that for years has focused mostly on the Middle East and parts of Asia. Faced with United States sanctions, it appears Tehran is now increasingly looking elsewhere to diversify its economy. But are there other factors at play? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Ngala Chome – Senior analyst at Sahan Research Ali Akbar Dareini – Researcher at the Center for Strategic Studies Eric Lob – Associate professor at Florida International University

Tens of thousands of people are held in protracted isolation with dire implications for their health, rights groups say. Published on 12 July 2023. On Wednesday, July 12 at 19:30 GMT: The US has for years been the world’s biggest jailer. Now prison watchdogs are highlighting the widespread use of solitary confinement, warning about the physical and mental toll that the practice exerts on inmates. More than 122,000 people are being held in solitary confinement at any one time in US prisons and jails, a report by Unlock The Box and Solitary Watch based on 2019 data says. Inmates separated from the general prison population routinely face at least 22 hours alone each day. And in many cases, people are held in solitary confinement – variously known as ‘restrictive housing’ or ‘administrative segregation’ by corrections authorities – for weeks, months or even years. Psychiatrists say prolonged isolation has a devastating impact on prisoners’ mental health, and United Nations experts say solitary confinement beyond 15 days is torture. ‘The Box‘, a new film by Al Jazeera’s Fault Lines, highlights the case of Dennis Wayne Hope, a prisoner who was held in solitary confinement for 27 years and was only released into the general prison population after a legal challenge. In this episode of The Stream, we ask why so many people in US prisons and jails face protracted spells without meaningful human contact and look at efforts to challenge the practice. In this episode of The Stream, we are joined by: Jeremy Young, @YoungRJeremy Senior Producer, Fault Lines Keramet Reiter, @KerametR Professor, University of California, Irvine kerametreiter.com Kevin McCarthy Solitary confinement survivor, activist and law student

The Egypt­ian gov­ern­ment hosts a re­gion­al sum­mit, but the war­ring sides are not in­vit­ed. Published on 13 July 2023. Egypt is trying to end the fighting in neighbouring Sudan by hosting a summit of regional leaders, but the warring sides were not invited. The United Nations has warned that the three-month conflict could turn into a “full-scale civil war” that could further destabilise the region. Millions of people have been displaced, and more fighting will likely worsen an already dire humanitarian situation, which will have further consequences for Sudan’s neighbours. Will the Cairo summit lead to some sort of compromise? If not, what’s at stake for the entire region? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Sara Kira – founder and director of the European North African Center for Research Giorgio Cafiero – CEO of Gulf State Analytics Dallia Abdelmoniem – political commentator who fled Sudan with her family to the UK

In­done­sia hosts south­east Asian re­gion­al fo­rum with Chi­na, Rus­sia and the US at­tend­ing, too. Published on 14 July 2023. “We don’t want ASEAN to become a proxy for other countries.” These were the words of Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo, as foreign ministers from 10 regional countries that are members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations met in the capital, Jakarta. Running through the region are major fault lines of disputes between east and west. The arrival of top diplomats from China, Russia and the United States underline the importance of the region, as well as its potential flashpoints – Taiwan, North Korea, Russia’s war in Ukraine, territorial disputes in the South China Sea. to name just a few. So is ASEAN at risk of being used by more powerful countries? Or is it normal diplomatic engagement? Presenter: Emily Angwin Guests: Ja Ian Chong – Associate professor of Political Science, National University of Singapore Shirley Yu – Senior visiting fellow, London School of Economics Einar Tangen – Aenior fellow, Taihe Institute

China and the US say they want to improve communications, but mutual suspicion runs deep. Plus, Kenya’s TV evangelists and their hold over viewers. Published on 15 July 2023.

Armenia has accused Azerbaijan of cutting off the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Azerbaijan says it's acted to stop smuggling. EU-led mediation efforts are underway-- But why has trouble returned-- once again? And can the EU-brokered talks succeed in bringing a long-term solution? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Richard Giragosian - Regional Studies Center think-tank Esmira Jafarova - Center of Analysis of International Relations Matt Bryza - Former U.S. Ambassador to Azerbaijan Published on 15 July 2023.

Eu­ro­pean Union del­e­ga­tion in Tu­nis signs agree­ment with Tunisia for cash and mi­gra­tion clam­p­down. Published on 16 July 2023. The Italian and Dutch prime ministers and the European Commission president have been in Tunisia to sign a deal on financial aid. Part of that will pay for a clampdown on migration. People wanting to start a new life in Europe have travelled to Tunisia from across Africa and elsewhere. The country has been accused of operating a racist policy – for expelling people now trapped on the border with Libya, where they are barred from entering. The European Union allows migration from Ukraine because of the country’s war with Russia. But it is paying to prevent African migrants from reaching its shores and helping other countries like Libya that face allegations of abusing migrants’ human rights. So how can the bloc square keeping out migrants with its human rights obligations? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Ferdinando Nelli Feroci – President of the International Affairs Institute think-tank Reem Garfi – Human rights and anti-racism activist Tarek Megerisi – Senior policy fellow with the Middle East and North Africa programme at the European Council on Foreign Relations

Don­ald Trump is the fron­trun­ner for the Re­pub­li­can nom­i­na­tion de­spite crim­i­nal charges. Published on 23 July 2023. Donald Trump stunned the United States political establishment and the world by winning the race for the White House nearly seven years ago. Two impeachments, a lost election and a failed insurrection later, the 77-year-old is hoping to do the same in next year’s US presidential poll. So far, Trump is the frontrunner to become the Republican nominee. At the same time, he has been facing dozens of criminal charges and several investigations. But will these sink his political ambitions? Or will they help him win more support? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Rina Shah – Political strategist and commentator who served as a senior staffer to Republican members of Congress Amy Koch – Republican strategist and former majority leader of the Minnesota state senate Melanie Sloan – Attorney and former US federal prosecutor, and an expert on government ethics

The so­cial me­dia com­pa­ny’s own­er changes Twit­ter’s logo to an ‘X’ in a bid to leave his mark on the pop­u­lar plat­form. Published on 24 July 2023. He bought Twitter for $44bn so perhaps it shouldn’t be unexpected that Elon Musk wants to leave his mark on the social media website. Musk’s takeover has been turbulent with mass layoffs, concerns over how content is moderated and criticism of changes to the social media platform. So what’s behind this branding transformation? How will it go down and what’s Musk hoping to gain from it? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: James Greenfield, CEO and co-founder, brand agency Koto, London Elaine Burke, science/technology journalist, host of For Tech’s Sake podcast, Dublin Allyson Stewart-Allen, CEO, International Marketing Partners, London

Months of mass demon­stra­tions fail to stop the far-right gov­ern­ment from lim­it­ing the ju­di­cia­ry’s in­de­pen­dence. Published on 25 July 2023. Months of the biggest protests Israel has ever seen did not stop the far-right government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from pushing through a law to weaken the Supreme Court. Its judges can no longer overturn government decisions they consider unreasonable. Opponents from across Israeli society say ministers can now do what they like. Some say it will enable Netanyahu to stop his prosecution on corruption charges. Supporters say the legislation will stop judicial interference in politics. As Israel trumpets its democracy and argues with itself over the law, what does it mean for Palestinians living under constant oppression? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Diana Buttu – Lawyer and former legal adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization Judy Maltz – Senior correspondent for Haaretz newspaper Hassan Jabareen – Lawyer and founder of Adalah: The Legal Center for Arab Minority Rights in Israel

Prime Min­is­ter Abiy Ahmed says the high costs of re­ly­ing on coun­try’s neigh­bours for ac­cess to ports are un­sus­tain­able. Published on 26 July 2023. Ethiopia has been landlocked since Eritrea gained its independence in 1993. For 30 years it’s been dependent on its neighbours – especially Djibouti – for access to ports and international shipping routes. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says the high costs are unsustainable. He’s reportedly said that Ethiopia will secure direct access to a port – peacefully or, if necessary, by force. What does he mean? And what are the implications for neighbouring nations? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Kemal Hashi Mohamoud – Member of the Ethiopian Parliament Martin Plaut – Journalist specialising in the Horn of Africa and a fellow at the Institute of Commonwealth Studies at the University of London Kwaku Nuamah – Senior lecturer and chairman of the International Peace and Conflict Resolution Program at American University

From nine to noon every weekday, Kathryn Ryan talks to the people driving the news - in New Zealand and around the world. Delve beneath the headlines to find out the real story, listen to Nine to Noon's expert commentators and reviewers and catch up with the latest lifestyle trends on this award-winning programme. Executive Producer - Clare Sziranyi. Senior producers - Glenda Wakeham, Melanie Phipps, Victoria Young and Esther Zweifel.

RNZ's three-hour breakfast news show with news and interviews, bulletins on the hour and half hour. RNZ National’s flagship news programme known for breaking news stories, incisive interviews with politicians across the political spectrum and newsmakers and commentators from Aotearoa and around the world. There's a lot to talk about in the mornings and Morning Report is covering the stories that matter to the people of Aotearoa. Hosted by former political editor and breakfast and business TV host Corin Dann, with new co-presenter Ingrid Hipkiss. They’re joined by award-winning newsreader Nicola Wright, and, sports newsreader and commentator Nathan Rarere (who also hosts RNZ's First Up). Edited by Martin Gibson.

A roundup of today's news and sport. We’ll take you abroad, find out what’s happening at home — and you can tell us what’s happening in your world! We’ll have a few laughs throughout the evening too.

Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists Andrew Clay and Jenni Giblin discuss football and soccer, which is the correct terminology? Also, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week. Today on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Andrew Clay and Jenni Giblin discuss the Green Party's proposal to provide free dental care by introducing a wealth tax and the Government's announced plan for the Auckland Harbour crossing. Plus, footage was released on Christopher Luxon playing hallways cricket in Parliament. Is it just harmless fun or an example of elitism? Our panel Wallace Chapman and panellists Andrew Clay and Jenni Giblin discuss the latest accident statistics released by KiwiRail, the one complaint audiences are raising with 'Oppenheimer' and how our holiday parks have managed to bounce back.

Sol­diers re­move Pres­i­dent Bazoum, blam­ing him for de­te­ri­o­rat­ing se­cu­ri­ty in the West African na­tion. Published on 27 July 2023. Niger’s President Mohamed Bazoum was elected two years ago in the first peaceful, democratic transfer of power since independence in 1960. But on Wednesday, members of his own presidential guard removed him from office. The coup leaders say they want to prevent further economic and security problems. Niger’s neighbours, Mali and Burkina Faso, have seen four military takeovers since 2020. So what does this coup mean for Western countries, who have increasingly relied on Niger as a base for operations against armed groups in the Sahel? Presenter: Sohail Rahman Guests: Kabir Adamu – Managing director of Beacon Consulting, a security risk management and intelligence firm that operates in the Sahel Nicholas Norbrook – Managing editor of The Africa Report magazine, which covers pan-African politics and business Alex Vines – Director of the Africa Programme at Chatham House

Vladimir Putin is host­ing lead­ers from the con­ti­nent, promis­ing aid and lash­ing out at the West. Published on 28 July 2023. African leaders are in Russia for an economic forum hosted by President Vladimir Putin. Moscow says it wants to bring Africa closer, but in a polarised world after the war in Ukraine, that isn’t an easy task. The collapse of the Black Sea deal on Ukrainian grain exports is causing concern in Africa about rising food prices and shortages. So can Putin reassure Africans he is a reliable partner? And do African countries risk being caught in the middle of the crisis between Russia and the West? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: Victor Olevich – Lead Expert at the think tank, Center for Actual Politics. Eric Acha – Executive Director of the Africa Policy Forum. Abdiwahab Sheikh Abdisamad – Chairman of the Institute for the Horn of Africa Strategic Studies.

Internet blackouts, media silence and political neglect – the case of the Indian state of Manipur. Plus, reporting conflict using satellite imagery. Published on 29 July 2023.

Ten­sions ris­ing as French Pres­i­dent Em­man­u­al Macron re­fus­es to recog­nise coup. Published on 2 September 2023. Niger’s coup leaders and France are in a standoff. Niger’s military wants to cut ties with the former colonial power. President Emmanuel Macron refuses to recognise their takeover. So how might this end? Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Nicolas Normand, a former French ambassador to Mali, Senegal and Republic of Congo Kabir Adamu, managing director at Beacon Consulting risk management and security consultancy Leonard Mbulle-Nziege, researcher at the Institute for Democracy, Citizenship and Public Policy in Africa at the University of Cape Town

Sev­er­al killed in un­rest be­tween eth­nic com­mu­ni­ties in Iraqi city. Published on 3 September 2023. This comes after reports that Kurds were to be given back a building that had become the Iraqi security forces’ provincial headquarters. Intended by the Iraqi government in Baghdad as a gesture of goodwill to Kurds, this led instead to a furious reaction from Arabs and Turkmen who are in the minority in the city. Some say it underlines the fragile peace in the area and the volatility of politics in the interethnic province. So how can the unrest be resolved? Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Ahmed Rushdi – President of the House of Iraqi Expertise Foundation and foreign policy adviser for the Iraqi Parliament’s Secretary General Julian Bechocha – journalist and reporter for Rudaw, a leading media network in Kurdistan Iraq Zeidon Alkinani – non-resident fellow at the Arab Center Washington DC

Wallace and panellists Jo McCarroll and Phil O'Reilly talk to the Very Rev'd Dean Di Woods about how she's raising funds for new choir robes. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week. Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists Jo McCarroll and Phil O'Reilly discuss the surprising GDP figures released by Stats NZ and the pros and cons of a sugar tax. Also, the question was put to our major party leaders, so we ask you: what's your favourite book? Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists Jo McCarroll and Phil O'Reilly discuss voting for policies or personalities, the risk of diving boards, and whether to go for a degree or a trade.

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