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World Reframed

Global South World

Our mission is to bring you stories that are shaping the economic, political and human environment across the globe - especially those that get overlooked by other international media.

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00:20:50

This is not a story about drugs

World Reframed ·

2025/12/11

US forces have been bombing and detaining boats, threatening aircraft and massing in force off the coast of Venezuela. Their declared targets are drug gangs.World Reframed episode 22 explores how the drugs ecosystem in Colombia and Venezuela functions; why it is deadly, but not so much to Americans; and what the politics around the issue means.

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00:07:22

Putin's meeting with Modi is part of the new world order

World Reframed ·

2025/12/06

The Russian president's trip to India has received similar coverage in the international media to any meeting he attends - a focus on the war in Ukraine. But there are many takeaways from the event which will have even more profound consequences for the world.

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00:09:38

Historical battles in modern times

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2025/11/13

World Reframed 18 discusses the widely dismissed claim that Roman shipbuilding techniques were borrowed from Malay fleets and why the claim has been getting so much attention.

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00:06:49

A mystery assassination attempt and South African...

World Reframed ·

2025/11/05

World Reframed 17 looks at the Madlanga Commission and why corruption in South Africa is so hard to root out.

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00:11:04

A real life, high stakes Monopoly game in the South...

World Reframed ·

2025/10/30

With seven players - China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and the Philippines - contesting the valuable waters off their coastlines, devious tactics are commonplace. From fake fishermen to fake islands, boat chases and beached ships each side is trying to get the upper hand. Duncan Hooper talks to Logan Zapanta about the fierce competition underway

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00:36:25

The fight against colonialism continues: World...

World Reframed ·

2025/10/24

Protests from Nepal to Madagascar have toppled governments accused of corruption and elitism. Mohammed Elnaiem of the Decolonial Centre says that they are the latest chapter in a long-running battle against a system designed to ensure the world's powerful nations can meet their desire for raw materials.He talks about the role of technology and multilateral institutions in maintaining this system as well as the potential to defeat it.

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00:15:06

World Reframed 14 Live: Africa's power generation

World Reframed ·

2025/10/17

Africa has some of the world's leaders and some of the youngest populations. Tensions between the two are on the rise in several countries. Ismail and Duncan discuss Madagascar, Cote D'Ivoire and Cameroon and also explain how you measure the popularity of authoritarian leaders.

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00:09:59

Super typhoon vs human adaptability

World Reframed ·

2025/09/26

Episode 10. Typhoon Ragasa summoned winds of well over 250km/h and brought them to bear on some of the most populated areas of south east Asia. With a shrug, China moved almost 2 million people out of the way. The story of the typhoon and the response to it.

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00:09:45

Is Venezuela planning a war with … Trinidad and Tobago?

World Reframed ·

2025/09/20

As Donald Trump’s war on drugs gets physical, it is exacerbating existing divisions within the Americas. Duncan and Ismail look into what you can do when the US starts bombing boats off your coast and explore how the Caribbean is moving towards becoming a war zone.

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00:08:16

‘Another victory over colonialism:’ Ethiopia sees new...

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2025/09/11

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is impressive enough in name and statistics. But its symbolism looms even larger. For Egypt it is an existential threat. For Ethiopia a reminder of the unconquerable nation of its national spirit. In Episode 8 of World Reframed, Ismail and Duncan discuss what the project means from different perspectives.

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00:05:44

China has the firepower - are we heading for WW3?

World Reframed ·

2025/09/04

Ismail and Duncan focus on the high tech weaponry on show at Beijing’s parade to mark the end of World War 2 and ask whether it’s likely to be used in anger? Featuring missiles, drones, robodogs and plenty more

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00:10:36

Enforcing good manners in school wins votes: plus...

World Reframed ·

2025/08/29

Ismail and Duncan discuss a new initiative from El Salvador’s president Nayib Bukele, aimed at obliging children to learn respect. They analyse a Global South World report by Eigenrac about Morocco’s plans to create a data and energy bridge with Europe. And they look at the spread of religion in Africa and what it might mean for development.

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00:13:23

The enigma of Libya’s oil destiny and the world’s...

World Reframed ·

2025/08/21

The enigma of Libya’s oil destiny and the world’s most polluted air: World ReframedIn Episode 5 Ismail and Duncan discuss a report by Eigenrac for Global South World examining possible ends to the stalemate which has divided Libya. They look at the changes that are expected in Bolivia after voters turned their backs on 20 years of socialism and explore how electricity can save millions of lives in the developing world.

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00:11:42

World Reframed: Bolivia's turning point and the cost...

World Reframed ·

2025/08/14

Duncan and Ismail discuss how Bolivia is set to reject the left-wing governments which have shaped it for two decades following an economic crisis. Also in Latin America, Colombia’s government is negotiating with the world’s biggest cocaine producer. Nepal is trying to encourage tourists to climb other mountains than Everest, and Happy World Elephant Day.

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00:11:37

Trump tries to divide the world, who would win a...

World Reframed ·

2025/08/08

What do Donald Trump's new trade tariffs mean for the Global South, should developing nations still be chasing oil dollars and what makes a new Egyptian hero? Ismail and Duncan discuss in episode 3 of World Reframed.

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00:13:13

The generation gap in African politics

World Reframed ·

2025/08/01

In this episode of World Reframed, we delve into the pressing issue of the generational leadership gap in Africa. With leaders like President Alassane Ouattara and President Paul Biya seeking extended terms, the continent faces a paradox: a youthful population governed by some of the world's oldest leaders. Join Duncan Hooper and Ismail Akwei as they explore the implications of this disconnect on innovation, governance, and public trust, and discuss the urgent need for new leadership and ideas

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00:17:43

Security vs Democracy and the price of running a country

World Reframed ·

2025/07/25

In this episode, we delve into the complex dynamics of Burkina Faso's military leadership and its profound impact on the nation's democratic processes. Explore the historical context, key figures, and pivotal moments that have shaped the current political landscape. We also hear about an unusual deportation deal, some high tech military hardware and learn which world leaders get paid the most.

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