Alleged killings by Burkina Faso's military: What does the HRW report say?
More than 220 civilians, including at least 56 children, were massacred by Burkina Faso's military in a single day this year. That's the allegation by Human Rights Watch. So, how did HRW reach this c...
26 Apr 202431min
Why has the World Bank suspended a Tanzania tourism project fund?
The World Bank has suspended a multi million dollar fund to expand Ruaha National Park in Tanzania, after it received allegations of serious abuse, which the Tanzanian government denies. We'll get th...
25 Apr 202431min
Does Africa need a rethink on tackling violent extremisim?
African leaders meeting at a security summit in Nigeria says the continent needs a new plan to tackle violent extremism. The two-day counter-terrorism summit, supported by the United Nations, was als...
24 Apr 202434min
What does the Rwanda Bill mean for Africa?
The UK parliament has passed the Rwanda asylum law. People arriving on small boats can have their asylum claims processed in Rwanda. When is this likely to take place and why is it of global significa...
23 Apr 202432min
What threat do autonomous weapons pose to West African countries?
Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio has urged regional leaders to forge common understanding and develop strategies to address the challenges posed by Autonomous Weapons Systems. What are auton...
22 Apr 202438min
What's behind the recent clashes in Ethiopia?
There have been heavy clashes between Amhara and Tigray in Ethiopia over disputed territory, according to reports. What's going on and how will it impact the country?Also why did the popular Nigerian...
19 Apr 202427min
A multi-million dollar pledge for Ethiopia's humanitarian crisis. Will it be enough?
The United Nations received financial pledges of just over six hundred million dollars to help with Ethiopia's humanitarian crisis. It fell short of the one billion dollars the UN was seeking. Aroun...
18 Apr 202427min
Are pharmacies in Liberia selling stolen medicine?
The USAid Mission Director to Liberia Jim Wright has alleged that around 90% of pharmacies in the country are selling stolen medicine, donated by aid organisations. What's going on? Cattle rustling a...
17 Apr 202426min
