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Will direct talks between U.S. & Taliban bring Afghans hope? | Inside Story
The first direct talks between Taliban leaders and U.S. officials since the group retook control in Afghanistan in 2021 have been held in Doha. Women remain banned from work and girls from secondary education. The UN says 97 percent of Afghans live in poverty and 28 million need aid. Will the talks bring some hope? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Mahbouba Seraj, Afghan Women Skills Development…
How will landlocked Ethiopia get direct access to a port? | Inside Story
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?…
Are French efforts to reset ties with Africa failing? | Inside Story
Niger has seen rising anti-French sentiment since its military deposed the president and took power. The former colonial power appears to be losing its influence in the Sahel and other African countries. That’s despite President Emmanuel Macron’s early promise on taking office to reset ties with the continent. So, what’s behind this shift? What role has Macron played? And where do French-Africa relations go from…
What can Russia offer to Africa? | Inside Story
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 polarized 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…
Can Bangladesh's opposition unseat the prime minister? | Inside Story
Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been in and out of power for decades. But tens of thousands of opposition supporters have joined protests in the capital Dhaka, demanding her resignation. They’re calling for a caretaker administration. They accuse the governing Awami League party of intimidation and vote rigging in previous elections. Hasina’s long-time rival is former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia. She says the government…
What's next for Niger after military coup? | Inside Story
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…
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