Focus on Africa

The Somali ministry of information says Al Shabab fighters stormed a military base this morning, killing a base commander among others. Al Shabab claims it killed many more. We'll hear what happened.Also, a hearing to determine if a class action against the mining giant Anglo-American for allegedly poisoning thousands of Zambians at a lead mine can go ahead.Plus, encouraging youngsters to read in Sierra Leone.And our resident presidents on Ethiopia's peace process.Those stories in this podcast presented by Audrey Brown.

In Senegal: the mayor of Ziguinchor is on trial for rape. Ousmane Sonkor says the charges were brought to stop him running for president next year.Also, Nigerian presidential contender Rabiu Kwakwanso explains why voters should choose him in elections next month.And Sierra Leone introduces a new law mandating quotas to allow women into public office and private positions.Those stories and more in this podcast presented by Audrey Brown

In Cameroon the Ambazonian separatist leader known as 'One Blood', has been killed near the Northwest Regional capital Bamenda.Also, we've a special focus on South Sudan with former child soldier turned musician and activist, Emmanuel Jal, as our guest editor.And conflict rages in South Sudan's Upper Nile and Jonglei states, causing fears of a worsening humanitarian crisis.Those stories and more in this podcast presented by Bola Mosuro.

After two years of being cut off and lives devastated by the civil war in Tigray, an Ethiopian Government delegation arrives in Mekelle, the capital of the region.Also, tragedy has rocked Boksburg community in South Africa after a tanker explosion.Plus, thousands displaced and living in Kayaruchinya camp in the east of the DRC  return home to Kibumba after the M23 rebel withdrawal.And the Ganda Boys bring the warmth of Uganda as they share their folk music with the world.Those stories and more in this podcast with Bola Mosuro.

More details about the people involved in the foiled coup in The Gambia raises more questions about what exactly happened on Tuesday night.Also, Egypt and Tanzania inaugurate the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Dam - the largest in East Africa.And a debate in South Sudan over the quality of English spoken by graduates. Some blame the failings of the education system.Those stories and more in this podcast with Audrey Brown.

South Africa's President Ramaphosa breathes a sigh of relief after being re-elected leader of the ruling African National Congress, following a serious challenge by his former Health Minister.Also, the High Court in London rules the UK Government's asylum plan to send migrants to Rwanda is legal.And we hear from Senegal's rising music star Samba Peuzzi.Those stories and more in this podcast with Bola Mosuro.

A new US-Africa trade pact. How will it differ from previous ones?Also, who threw a grenade into a camp housing thousands of refugees in Malawi?And Gabon aims to replace the Great Lakes Region as the prime gorilla viewing destination. Can it succeed?Those stories and more in this podcast presented by Audrey Brown.

Three days of national mourning in the DRC following floods in which more than 120 people died.Also, the company that owns Facebook is in court in Kenya for spreading hate and violence during Ethiopia's civil war.And how the failure of the cryptocurrency FTX is affecting African investors.Those stories and more in this podcast with Audrey Brown.

President William Ruto of Kenya has launched his Hustler Fund to alleviate poverty, which he says over a million Kenyans have signed up for. Also, Zimbabweans are trying to get to grips with the worst power shortages in years, but the Government is blaming former President Mugabe.Plus, Moroccans are still basking in the glory of making it through to the semi-finals of the World Cup. So what is the secret of their success? We hear from Casablanca.And we speak to Zambian artist Sampa the Great, whose name is a true reflection of her achievements so far. She shares her story, musical style, and love of African futurism and sci-fi.Those stories in this podcast with Bola Mosuro.

Malawi's Director of Public Prosecution is suspended after the head of the anti-corruption bureau is arrested  then released.We hear from Nigerian Presidential front runner Bola Tinubu of the ruling APC party. Why does he think now is the time for him to take the top job of president?Plus, the giant commodities conglomerate, Glencore, has agreed to pay $180million in corruption fines to the DRC.Those stories and more in this podcast with Bola Mosuro.