Podcast
Focus on Africa
Episodes — page 34
- What is behind the latest resurgence of fighting in Eastern DR Congo?
There has been a resurgence of fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo involving rebels from the ethnic Tutsi-led M23 movement. Thousands of civilians have fled the violen…
- Afcon 2023: Was it the best ever?
The just concluded Africa Cup of Nations has been hailed as a huge success but what will be the lasting legacy for the host nation, Ivory Coast. Is chemical castration the solution…
- Why are Ugandan nationals still trapped in Myanmar?
The Ugandan government says it's involved in rescue efforts to secure the release of at least 30 citizens still caught in scam compounds in Myanmar. Also, why are mllions of peopl…
- Why African countries are saying no to the death penalty
Zimbabwe's government has moved to abolish the death penalty, nearly two decades after the country's last execution. Last year, Ghana become the 29th country in Africa to do the sa…
- Indaba: Is Africa benefitting from its mineral wealth?
The African Mining Indaba 2024 on how to invest in the African mining sector, is taking place in Cape Town, South Africa. Who benefits the most from the continent's expansive minin…
- Why are Senegal’s delayed elections controversial?
Senegelese President Mackay Sall, shocked the country over the weekend by announcing that the upcoming February 26th election would be delayed. This led to protests and a vote by l…
- Nairobi County Governor vows to act following gas fire
After the huge gas explosion and fire that engulfed buildings and cars, killing at least six people and injuring scores of others, we hear from Nairobi County Governor Sakaja Johns…
- Is Facebook losing its appeal in Africa?
As Facebook looks to celebrate its 20th birthday on Sunday, we look at its appeal on the continent. What do Africans think about the social media platform? Also Tunisia positions i…
- What is Tagadum and can it end war in Sudan ?
Political analyst Kholood Khair assesses Tagadum, a civilian initiative lead by former Sudan Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok seeking to bring the two fighting generals to the peace t…
- Why Italy is interested in Africa
The Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says, Italy wants a new partnership with Africa with the aim of boosting economic ties, creating an energy hub for Europe and curbing immi…
- More than half a million people enter South Sudan to escape Sudan war
Over 500,000 people from Sudan are seeking refuge in South Sudan. Women in Kenya on why they’re rising their voice against femicide And hear Zimbabwe's opposition leader, Nelson C…
- Military led Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have quit Ecowas, what effect will it have?
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger quit Ecowas , a Lagos resident recalls her harrowing experience of kidnapping and we meet from the youngest-ever female photographer at Afcon, who is c…
- Bobi Wine on what the nomination of a documentary about his life for an Oscar means
Musician turned politician Bobi Wine has received an Oscar nomination for a documentary on his political struggle in Uganda. Why does he continue despite the dangers, hardship and…
- Why the Somali armed group Al Shabaab is still a threat
There's been heavy fighting between Somali forces and Al Shabaab fighters in the central region of Mudug. Last year ,the government said it had shifted its tactics against the mili…
- Why is the youngest continent led by old leaders?
Could Africa's leaders be too old to lead the world's youngest population? The continent's newest democratically elected president Liberia's Joseph Boakai is 79 We meet Ghanaian Le…
- What does the United States want from Africa?
The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is visiting four countries in Africa. What does the US want from its relationship with the continent and who benefits? Also will raising t…
- Joseph Boakai sworn in as Liberia's oldest-ever president
Joseph Boakai has started a six-year term as president of Liberia. He is the third democratically elected head of state. Tackling corruption and the economy are expected to be his…
- Why is violent crime soaring in South Africa?
Violent crime is soaring in South Africa, with the murder rate at a 20-year high. Getting away with murder has become normal. What's going on? Also how did Tanzania come to be rank…
- Sierra Leone allows ex-president Koroma to leave country despite facing treason charges
A Sierra Leone high court has allowed ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma, charged with treason, to travel abroad on medical grounds. Mr. Koroma was charged for his alleged role in a fa…
- Ethiopia hunger: More than 200 starve to death in Tigray
More than 200 people have starved to death since July in Ethiopia's drought-hit and war-scarred Tigray region, local authorities say. Officials warn the region is on the brink of f…
