AfroVerdict
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As the multipolar world steadily gains ground, Africa's role in it is
growing side by side. Welcome to AfroVerdict where you hear the voices
of Africa’s youth, experts and prominent figures expressing their take
on issues from around the world and on the continent.
growing side by side. Welcome to AfroVerdict where you hear the voices
of Africa’s youth, experts and prominent figures expressing their take
on issues from around the world and on the continent.
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On 15-17 July, BRICS members held a roundtable discussion about the ways in which the bloc members can cooperate to use their mineral resources sustainably. AfroVerdict host discusses the advantages of such collaboration for the African continent with participants of the event from Nigeria and South Africa.
According to the Washignton Declaration at the 33rd NATO Summit held on 9-11 July, the defense bloc intends to expand its military presence in Africa. AfroVerdict host joins a security studies expert from Uganda to analyse the implications of NATO's move for stability on the continent.
During their trip to Moscow, a group of young journalists from a range of Asian countries joined AfroVerdict's host Viktor Anokhin to discuss issues relevant to their countries and people.
Though a recent addition to the Olympic games, skateboarding has always been deemed as a separate street subculture. AfroVerdict host joins a professional South African skateboarder and big-time enthusiast of the activity to talk about the development of skating in Africa and the benefits it can offer to the youth.
On the sidelines of the BRICS Tourism Forum held in Moscow on 20 June, AfroVerdict host spoke to Ethiopia's Tourism Minister and the CEO of a South African Destination Management Company about the role tourism can play in improving economies, fostering bilateral relations and improving mutual understanding between nations.
Join AfroVerdict for the final episode dedicated to highlights from the Saint Petersburg Economic Forum 2024, which exposes the West's fear of BRICS, the pros of Russia-Africa cooperation in the medical sphere, and an exclusive interview with South Africa's Minister of Foreign Affairs.
During a meeting with Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Vladimir Putin made a historic peace proposal for the Ukrainian crisis, which to no surprise was rejected by Western countries and Ukraine itself. AfroVerdict joins a South African expert in international relations to digest the West's reluctance to seek peace.
AfroVerdict host brings you the second part of the highlights from the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum, which took place on June 4-8. The conversations with high-ranking guests involved BRICS interactions, African economies, as well as Africa-Russia relations and areas of cooperation.
AfroVerdict host brings you the first part of the highlights from the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum, which took place on June 4-8. The conversations with high-ranking guests and renowned experts involved energy security in Africa, the effects of sanctions and countering them, as well as Africa-Russia relations and business.
While the world tries to find a balance between economic growth and nature conservation, South Africa intends to challenge the EU's carbon levy on imported goods. CEO of a pollution eradication startup joins AfroVerdict to analyse the impact of the EU's levy on the economies of developing countries.
South African general elections took place on 29 May, with the voting results defining the country's future trajectory. South African political analyst joins AfroVerdict to examine the visions of the main rival parties and the general potential outcome for South Africa's future government.
Africa is taking a more prominent position in assisting the world in space exploration. Additionally, space science and technology is an innovative approach to finding solutions to Africa's challenges. AfroVerdict host joins the CEO of South Africa's National Space Agency to discuss Africa's prospects in space science and technology.
AfroVerdict featues an interview with an Ethiopian expert about the significance of Africa Day and what methods the continent can use to solve pressing issues. Likewise, a South African academic speaks about the way multipolarity can boost Africa on the global arena.
Mesquite seedpods make for an excellent and healthy hot drink similar to coffee, but without the caffeine and with health benefits for diabetics. AfroVerdict host joins Brandt Coetzee, the founder of MannaBrew - a company that produces this drink whilst simultaneously getting rid of the mesquite tree - an invasive species to South Africa.
Vladimir Putin met with Xi Jinping in China on May 17, where both leaders reaffirmed their long-lasting friendship and progressive relations between the two countries. AfroVerdict joins two international relations experts to dissect the statements made by the heads of state and why the West is not always happy with this friendship.
On May 7, Vladimir Putin re-assumed his role as the President of the Russian Federation. AfroVerdict host joins a Moroccan political scientist to determine how Putin's new presidential term will affect the international arena and the African continent in particular.
Illegal mining in the DRC once again raises its ugly head from the shadows as we remember the country's lawsuit against Apple for sourcing illegally and unethically mined minerals. AfroVerdict host joins an author of a paper about the use of child labour in coltan extraction to discuss the solutions for illegal mining practices.
Against the backdrop of International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, AfroVerdict host joins a Nigerian expert in international relations to explore how multilateral diplomacy can help Africa face its challenges.
On April 13-14, the world watched in fear as Iran launched a flotilla of drones at Israel for the latter attacking Iran's consulate in Syria. At the UN, Iran demanded condemnation for Israel, however all that was granted were calls not to escalate the situation. AfroVerdict joins an expert in Middle Eastern affairs to analyze the conflict.
US petroleum giant Chevron seems to disregard the very agreements it signs with the host regions wherein it operates. AfroVerdict host joins two representatives of the Itsekeri people to understand how neocolonialist tendencies surface yet again, as Chevron refuses to hire local professionals and opts for Nigerians from other regions.
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