Podcast Episodes

Bakers go on strike in Nigeria

Bread makers in Nigeria turn off their ovens for four days in protest, as one of the country’s bakers unions is demanding the federal government subs…

4 years, 2 months ago

Marburg virus confirmed in Ghana

Ghanaian health authorities confirm there's been an outbreak of Marburg virus with two deaths. The Director General of Ghana's health service tells …

4 years, 2 months ago

Tunisia gets a new draft constitution

A new draft constitution for Tunisia, drawn up by a committee especially picked by President Kais Saied.

Also, we'll return to Sudan where 3 more peop…

4 years, 3 months ago

Tensions rise between Ethiopia and Sudan

Tensions continue to rise between Ethiopia and Sudan, as the latter recalls its ambassador.

Also, the United Nations becomes the latest body to call f…

4 years, 3 months ago

Mysterious deaths at a bar in South Africa

South African police investigate the mysterious deaths of twenty two young people in a bar in the city of East London.

Also, Nigeria's Zamfara state t…

4 years, 3 months ago

Two days of high-level talks begin at CHOGM

Commonwealth heads of state and government begin two days of talks in Rwanda. Big issues on the table including trade, climate change, and even food …

4 years, 3 months ago

Anticipated report on corruption in South Africa is out

A much anticipated report on corruption is out in South Africa.  The Zondo Report  criticises the African National Congress for creating an environme…

4 years, 3 months ago

Russia: At least forty-two African mercenaries killed in Ukraine

The Russian Ministry of Defence says at least forty-two African mercenaries have been killed in Ukraine, but what do we know so far?

Also, why is Burk…

4 years, 3 months ago

Belgium returns the tooth of Patrice Lumumba

Belgium returns a tooth belonging to the Congolese independence hero, Patrice Lumumba, more than 60 years after his brutal murder.

Also, one of Sierra…

4 years, 3 months ago

South Africa considers importing Russian crude

South Africa considers importing crude oil from Russia. The country's Energy Minister says Russian oil is not on the sanctions list.

Also, the Democr…

4 years, 3 months ago