Podcast Episodes

Why Burkina Faso discarded its Electoral Commission

Burkina Faso's military rulers have disbanded the country's electoral commission calling it a waste of money. The government says the interior ministry will handle elections in the future. Will this …

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Sudan: Why North Kordofan is being targeted?

Sudan: More than 450 civilians have been  killed in recent attacks in North Kordofan . Why is the RSF paramilitary increasingly targeting  the state?

The kingdom of Lesotho recently declared a 'State …

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Cameroon's president seeks re-election at age 92

Cameroon's Paul Biya has the distinction of being 'the world's oldest sitting president' and yet at age 92, he is seeking to run for an eighth term, that will see him serve until he is almost 100 yea…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kenyan protests: Impact on mental health

Gen Z’s have largely led opposition street protests in Kenya. However, it's taking a toll on their mental health. We talk to an activist and a psychiatrist on how to cope.

Why was a French sports jour…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

US deportees causing concern in South Sudan

Residents of South Sudan's capital Juba have voiced concern for their safety after the arrival of eight deportees from the United States. The Trump administration have described them as ‘violent cri…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Nigeria’s ex-President Muhammadu Buhari dead

Former Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari has died at 82. He was a two-time leader who first led Africa's most populous country as a military ruler, then later as a democratically elected president…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

DRC: Inside a mine controlled by M23

A recent US-brokered peace deal may have raised hopes of stability in eastern DRC. However, miners have told the BBC that M23’s control of mineral-rich areas could keep the conflict going.

US aid cuts…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

US slaps 30% tariff on South Africa

US President Donald Trump announced recently that he would impose a new 30% tariff on imports from South Africa. They kick in next month. What effect will this have on the nation?

The United Nations R…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

Ghanaians lured into football job scam

Ghanaian authorities have rescued more than 70 young men from a trafficking ring in Nigeria. The men thought they were heading for football contracts or overseas opportunities. Why has football becom…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

First malaria drug for infants approved

The first malaria medicine suitable for babies and very young children is approved for use.

How increased taxes on remittances from USA could hurt Africa.

Plus,  a new tool to help children with commun…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago