Zeenat Hansrod

Paris

Journalist at Radio France Internationale (RFI)

journalist • from 🇲🇺Mauritius, where started off in internet-free era • now works for Radio France International @RFI_En • based in 🇨🇵Paris • RT≠endorsement

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Articles

US is a key partner but principles aren't for trade, South African FM tells RFI

5 days ago | modernghana.com | Zeenat Hansrod

Increasingly tense relations between South Africa and the United States have been marked by trade threats, diplomatic expulsions and deepening divisions over global conflicts. But despite the pressure, South Africa is not backing down on key principles. Foreign Affairs Minister Ronald Lamola tells RFI their “dynamic and evolving” relationship must be nurtured – yet he insists not everything can be negotiated. Relations have been turbulent since Donald Trump took office in January.
Trump's first 100 days: Tariffs war shakes trade and investment in Africa

1 week ago | modernghana.com | Zeenat Hansrod

During the first 100 days of his second term in office, US President Donald Trump has issued a series of executive orders that have unsettled the commodities market and prompted investors to hold off from making new investments in African economies. In the last three months, Trump has presented the world with “a ding-dong of measures and counter-measures," as Nigerian finance analyst Gbolahan Olojede put it.
Haitian reparations to France back on the agenda, 200 years after independence

4 weeks ago | rfi.fr | Zeenat Hansrod

Haiti-France French President Emmanuel Macron has announced he intends to set up a joint Franco-Haitian commission to examine France's history with its former colony and its impact on the country's development since its independence – notably the demand that Haiti pay France reparations to compensate slave-owners for their losses, in return for recognition.
Fears for political stability as Joseph Kabila plans return to DRC

1 month ago | modernghana.com | Zeenat Hansrod

The planned return of former Democratic Republic of Congo president Joseph Kabila from self-imposed exile could shift political dynamics and complicate efforts to resolve escalating violence in the country's east, analysts say. Kabila this week announced his intention to leave South Africa, where he has been exiled since December 2023, and address the deteriorating security situation in eastern DRC.
Fears for political stability as Joseph Kabila plans return to DRC

1 month ago | rfi.fr | Zeenat Hansrod

Kabila this week announced his intention to leave South Africa, where he has been exiled since December 2023, and address the deteriorating security situation in eastern DRC. His return comes amid accusations from President Felix Tshisekedi that Kabila supports the AFC/M23 rebels responsible for recent military advances, including capturing key cities Bukavu and Goma.
Fears for political stability as Joseph Kabila plans return to DRC

1 month ago | nz.news.yahoo.com | Zeenat Hansrod

The planned return of former Democratic Republic of Congo president Joseph Kabila from self-imposed exile could shift political dynamics and complicate efforts to resolve escalating violence in the country's east, analysts say. Kabila this week announced his intention to leave South Africa, where he has been exiled since December 2023, and address the deteriorating security situation in eastern DRC.
Africa braces for economic hit as Trump’s tariffs end US trade perks

1 month ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Zeenat Hansrod

Lesotho’s textile exports to the United States will be hard hit by the 50 percent tariffs being imposed by President Donald Trump. The stiff new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump are shaking up trade ties between the United States and several African nations – many of whom have had preferential agreements with Washington for decades. Unveiled at the White House on Thursday and dubbed “Liberation Day” by Trump, the plan imposes a minimum 10 percent tariff on all imported goods.
Africa braces for economic hit as Trump’s tariffs end US trade perks

1 month ago | rfi.fr | Zeenat Hansrod

US - AFRICA The heavy new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump are shaking up trade ties between the United States and several African nations – many of whom have had preferential agreements with Washington for decades. Unveiled at the White House on Wednesday, 2 April – dubbed “Liberation Day” by Trump – the plan imposes a minimum 10 percent tariff on all imported goods. It comes into effect on 5 April.
HT Syndication: Africa braces for economic hit as Trump's tariffs end US trade perks

1 month ago | htsyndication.com | Zeenat Hansrod

France, April 4 -- The stiff new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump are shaking up trade ties between the United States and several African nations- many of whom have had preferential agreements with Washington for decades. Unveiled at the White House on Thursday and dubbed "Liberation Day" by Trump, the plan imposes a minimum 10 percent tariff on all imported goods. It comes into effect on 5 April.
France accused of failing migrant teens trapped in legal limbo

1 month ago | modernghana.com | Zeenat Hansrod

Thousands of unaccompanied migrant youths arrive in France each year seeking safety, education and healthcare. Many claim to be under 18, which would entitle them to special protections under French law. But without documents, they fall into a legal grey zone – too young to be treated as adults, yet not officially recognised as minors. Their cases are passed between institutions and the process can take months.