Aslak Orre

Political Scientist at CMI, following politics in Angola, Mozambique and Southern Africa

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@ZitamarNews explains wonderfully the serious situation in Mozambique after the local elections in Mozambique, that bear every sign of massive rigging. https://t.co/KeW3P20pIg

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

Jeg holder med ManUnited, men dette er 2 minutter fotballmagi fra Brighton.

[VSports Team @VSportsTM]

El pase hecho arte. Brighton de Roberto De Zerbi.

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

Ernas hemmelighold HAR PÅVIRKA valgresultatet. Det får vi aldri omgjort. Derfor: 1) I kommuneforhandlinger må @Hoyre bremses av urettmessig fordel av partilederens unnlatelse. 2) KKK og @storinget må ta kontroll, men kan ikke ledes av H-mannen @pcfrolich . https://t.co/bLpQsn36LY

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@BorgesNhamirre @business Could be. But haven't we heard this before?

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@bergenkommune må straks forskjønne valglokalene på Torgallmenningen. Valglokalet burde være vakkert, innbydende og inviterende - det fineste man kunne få i stand, for å understreke betydningen av lokaldemokratiet. Disse brakkene antyder uvilje. https://t.co/GnuoFbVQZR

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@zenaidamz ...meaning that the destitution of the president would be the biggest of surprises...

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

Roland the Farter, also known as Roland le Fartere or Roland le Petour, was a medieval entertainer who achieved an unusual degree of fame during his time. He lived during the reign of King Henry II of England in the 12th century and is remembered for his unique and somewhat bizarre talent.

Roland was a minstrel and jester by profession, employed by the court of King Henry II. He was renowned for his exceptional ability to produce impressive and resonant flatulence, which he cleverly incorporated into his performances to entertain the nobles and courtiers. Roland's artful control over his bodily function allowed him to produce different sounds, tones, and rhythms, turning his flatulence into a form of musical expression.

According to historical records, Roland's act involved a ritualized performance known as the "Leap, Split, and Turn." During this performance, he would execute a graceful leap into the air, while simultaneously executing a controlled split, and finally, he would spin around in a swift motion. At the climax of this acrobatic display, Roland would let out a sonorous and well-timed fart, eliciting laughter and amusement from the audience.

It is important to understand that the medieval court was a place of pageantry and entertainment, where jesters and minstrels were valued for their ability to provide light-hearted amusement. Roland's peculiar talent made him a beloved figure at King Henry II's court, and he was granted various privileges and rewards for his performances.

One famous historical account of Roland's exploits comes from Roger of Hoveden, a chronicler of the time. According to his writings, Roland attended a Christmas celebration at the court in 1052. As part of the festivities, he performed his renowned act in front of the assembled dignitaries and foreign envoys. The story goes that King Henry II was so pleased with Roland's performance that he offered him an unusual reward - a manor house in the village of Hemingstone in Suffolk, England. Along with the estate, Roland was granted a significant parcel of land and various other perks.

Roland's legacy has endured through the centuries, and his tale has been passed down through generations. Today, he is often cited as an example of a historical figure who achieved fame and favor through an unusual and unexpected talent.

It is essential to approach historical accounts with a critical eye, as some details of Roland the Farter's life may have been exaggerated or romanticized over time. Nevertheless, his story remains a curious and amusing piece of medieval history, providing us with a glimpse into the peculiarities of entertainment and social dynamics in the past.

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@JohanSalomon King to f2

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

Bidrar til diskusjon om utfordringer knytta til det som kan bli den største enkeltinvesteringen i Afrika noensinne, og nå er det krig i området @cmi_no

[Fellesrådet f Afrika @fellesradet]

How much are multinational companies to blame for the insurgency in northern #Mozambique? If you are in Oslo, come by to hear @adriano_nuvunga, @Azlaque, Ulrika Blom from @NRC_Norway, Helge Rønning and Nina Bull Jørgensen in conversation.

[Fellesrådet f Afrika @fellesradet]

How much are multinational companies to blame for the insurgency in northern #Mozambique? If you are in Oslo, come by to hear @adriano_nuvunga, @Azlaque, Ulrika Blom from @NRC_Norway, Helge Rønning and Nina Bull Jørgensen in conversation.

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@TomBowk Same stage and route today?

[Borges Nhamirre @BorgesNhamirre]

South Africa’s top court blocked a bid to stop the extradition of former Mozambican Finance Minister Manuel Chang to the US, where he’s wanted on charges related to his role in a $2 billion sovereign-debt scandal. https://t.co/pPSG7ME0sI

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

#Againstracism. Support Vinícius Jr. @vinijr. Players take a stand! @erling

[Vini Jr. @vinijr]

Não foi a primeira vez, nem a segunda e nem a terceira. O racismo é o normal na La Liga. A competição acha normal, a Federação também e os adversários incentivam. Lamento muito. O campeonato que já foi de Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Cristiano e Messi hoje é dos racistas. Uma nação linda, que me acolheu e que amo, mas que aceitou exportar a imagem para o mundo de um país racista. Lamento pelos espanhois que não concordam, mas hoje, no Brasil, a Espanha é conhecida como um país de racistas. E, infelizmente, por tudo o que acontece a cada semana, não tenho como defender. Eu concordo. Mas eu sou forte e vou até o fim contra os racistas. Mesmo que longe daqui.

[Vini Jr. @vinijr]

Não foi a primeira vez, nem a segunda e nem a terceira. O racismo é o normal na La Liga. A competição acha normal, a Federação também e os adversários incentivam. Lamento muito. O campeonato que já foi de Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Cristiano e Messi hoje é dos racistas. Uma nação linda, que me acolheu e que amo, mas que aceitou exportar a imagem para o mundo de um país racista. Lamento pelos espanhois que não concordam, mas hoje, no Brasil, a Espanha é conhecida como um país de racistas. E, infelizmente, por tudo o que acontece a cada semana, não tenho como defender. Eu concordo. Mas eu sou forte e vou até o fim contra os racistas. Mesmo que longe daqui.

[Borges Nhamirre @BorgesNhamirre]

Mozambique Attorney General, Beatriz Buchili ‘responded’ to @CIPMoz article, ensuring that the debt scandal trial “isn’t at risk of being canceled” because Mozambique will disclosure the classified documents. Great job @Lusa_noticias for posing the question. Let’s wait until July to see what happens.

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@BorgesNhamirre @CDD_Moz Isso dá raiva...

[Michael Hagedorn @mich_hagedorn]

@EUTMMozambique @MarinhaPT @MDNMZ2022 When will EUTM finally tell the story about the impact of the training on the conflict in Cabo Delgado?
1.5 years of training, many important visits, the awarding of medals, celebration of national holidays, but what do the people of Cabo Delgado get out of it?

[Borges Nhamirre @BorgesNhamirre]

And Mozambique is chairing the UN Peace and Security Council. This is a good example on how to build peace. I’m sharing the footages of police violence today in the capital Maputo if the @UNHumanRights didn’t see that yet.

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@RosalesAntulio Is that Richard Nixon interviewing the Pope?

[Aslak Orre @Azlaque]

@RosalesAntulio Muy interesante tu análise de MCM !