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Global Initiative flags West Africa for cocaine trade
A recent report by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime reveals that a third of cocaine consumed in Europe is transported via …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
AFCON's Over - what’s the main takeaway?
In this episode, we look back at the Africa Cup of Nations, where Senegal edged hosts Morocco in extra-time in a dramatic final. We explore the key m…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
"TikToking my way to millions"
Think back to when you were younger, what did you want to do when you grew up? A recent study in Kenya found that many young people would choose to b…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
US, Russia, China influence in Africa?
Focus on Africa’s Charles Gitonga joined The Global Story podcast hosts Asma Khalid and Tristan Redman to explain why the United States, Russia and C…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Somalia cancels UAE agreements over sovereignty
Somalia has accused the United Arab Emirates of undermining its sovereignty, including allegedly facilitating Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, whi…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Uganda's Museveni seeks seventh Presidential term
Uganda’s election campaign enters its final days ahead of voting on January 15th, with President Yoweri Museveni seeking to extend his four decades i…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
UN refugee chief responds to criticism
In his first interview since taking office on 1 Jan, the new head of the UN refugee agency, Dr Barham Salih, speaks to the BBC about US concerns over…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
“I became a founder - then burnt out"
Now, despite a start-up boom happening in Africa, a recent study showed that many of Africa’s start-up founders say their jobs have negatively impact…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Thousands flee fighting in Sudan’s Kordofan
Heavy fighting between Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has intensified in the central region of Kordofan, forcing tens of thou…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Burkina Faso says foiled assassination plot
Burkina Faso’s military government says it has stopped an attempt to assassinate junta leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré, just hours after soldiers alleg…
4 months, 4 weeks ago