Protests against the UN continue apace in the DRC
Day three of protests against the UN Peacekeeping presence in the East of the DR-Congo.Also, Russia's foreign minister wraps up his tour of Africa.And a rare pink diamond found and in Angola - we hear...
27 Juli 202229min
Deaths in the DRC after anti-MONUSCO protests
Five protestors and three peacekeepers have been killed after hundreds protest in the east of the DRC over the presence of MONUSCO forces who they say are ineffective.Also, Uganda's president, Yoweri ...
26 Juli 202225min
Russia on a charm offensive to Africa amid war with Ukraine
In the shadow of the war in Ukraine, Russia's foreign minister is on a charm offensive in Africa.Also in today's podcast: We'll hear from marginalised women contenders vying for office in Kenya's u...
25 Juli 202228min
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 subsidize the cost of baking products. Also, we're on t...
21 Juli 202225min
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 us how they are trying to contain the disease and s...
18 Juli 202230min
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 people have been killed in latest protests.And the Resi...
1 Juli 202230min
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 for an independent inquiry over Morocco migrant deat...
28 Juni 202223min
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 tells residents to take up arms against kidnap gangs...
27 Juni 202232min
