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Fifty Shades of Tariffs

Fifty Shades of Tariffs

Update: 2025-04-15
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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the implications of President Trump's global tariff policy, particularly its adverse effects on African economies like Lesotho.  The conversation then shifts to the increasing involvement of Middle Eastern countries in African politics, highlighting Qatar's mediation in the DRC conflict.  Finally, we explore the potential of AI in Africa, emphasising the need for infrastructure and proactive engagement in the AI revolution.

What in the world (WITW) video: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHn5mTlIftO/?igsh=Ymw2MHc1dDY4cXJz

Bonus WITW: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIbzwrMM2Jc/?igsh=MWwwZTFiczVjOXlkbg==

Timestamps:

02:14 Trump’s tariffs
13:14 Gulf States in Africa
25:05 Africa’s AI infrastructure
36:33 What in the World?


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Fifty Shades of Tariffs

Fifty Shades of Tariffs

Loye Oyedotun & Fola Pinheiro