From the BBC World Service: China’s President Xi Jinping has announced almost $51 billion in new funding for the continent — in projects including infrastructure and clean energy, with a promise to create a million jobs. But there are warnings about the debt burden facing some countries. Also: An inquiry into an apartment block fire in the United Kingdom is heavily critical of cladding manufacturers, successive governments and regulators.

A new Washington Post investigation examines a program in which workers with disabilities are employed for much less than minimum wage — sometimes less than a dollar an hour. It’s legally sanctioned and aimed at training people with disabilities to work and eventually go on to higher-paying jobs. But it doesn’t always work out that way. Plus, entrepreneurs are getting their turn in the political spotlight, and markets respond to a weak manufacturing report.

AI chipmaking company Nvidia lost $279 billion in market value yesterday, and its shares kept falling in after-hours trading overnight. Despite reports of an escalating Department of Justice antitrust probe, the stock’s decline centers more on questions around the future of artificial intelligence. We hear more. We also explore the shifting geography of U.S. oil production and learn how gaps in USDA food programs are being filled by tribal governments.

From the BBC World Service: Financial markets in Asia and the U.S. have tumbled with investor concerns that the U.S. economy could be headed toward recession. Then, in Mexico, Congress is expected to pass judicial reforms that have prompted judges and court staff protests. And in an attempt to address a falling birth rate, the government in South Korea plans to bring in domestic workers from the Philippines to support families.

There are fundamental challenges facing global supply chains today: the rise of protectionism, competition with China and more. Like a crystal ball, we can look to the shipping industry to understand how these are unfolding. Germany-based DHL Group is one of the world’s largest logistics and shipping businesses, and the company’s CEO recently spoke in an exclusive interview to our Marketplace colleague, the BBC’s Leanna Byrne. Also: a lookahead at this week’s economic data.

Lots of folks had Labor Day barbecues this past weekend, but plenty spent it moving too. It was a big move-in weekend for renters. And while rent prices have been moderating, they’re still way higher than they were a few years ago. We’ll hear more. But first: why so many hotel workers are going on strike and how the FAA is looking to curb a shortage of air traffic controllers.

From the BBC World Service: The trial of the former chief executive of Volkswagen, Martin Winterkorn, is getting under way in Germany over his role in a major diesel emissions scandal. We’ll rehash the controversy and hear the latest. And in an exclusive interview, the chief executive of logistics group DHL warns about the challenges facing global trade and the German economy, which is the largest in Europe.

From the BBC World Service: Activists are blocking roads across Israel during a general strike called to demand the government agree to a ceasefire deal in Gaza to secure the release of the remaining hostages. Plus, a look at a global scam tricking foreign students in Britain into paying tens of thousands of dollars for worthless work visa documents. And, there is a new way of making the world’s favorite indulgence — chocolate.

Labor Day weekend is usually a hectic travel weekend, but this year is set to break records as people travel across the country to celebrate the holiday. We look at the economic drivers of what’s projected to be a very busy few days at airports, highways, and train stations nationwide. Plus, a look at a new chocolate production technique promising to boost the fortunes of producers and consumers of the much-loved treat.

Since the beginning of labor unions and collective action in the workplace, songs have served as a way to build camaraderie and communicate complaints between workers. As part of our “Econ Extra Credit” series, we delve into the storied history of the humble work hymn and how songs continue to shape organized labor efforts today. Plus, a look at how monetary policymakers at the Fed might analyze upcoming jobs numbers as they consider a potential rate cut.