Focus on Africa

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 what makes it very special.

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 Museveni, explains why he's willing to roll out the red carpet for Russia's Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov, during his Africa tour.More on those and other stories in this podcast.

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 upcoming elections.And an Africa Eye investigation into the causes of the lethal gangland terror in Nigeria's Zamfara State.

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 the presidential campaign trail here in Kenya.

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 spread awareness in the country.Also, in Zimbabwe officials are investigating how indigenous grains can help stave off food insecurity.Plus, Chadian rebel groups are outraged by the latest announcement by transitional President Mahamat Idris Deby.And we hear from the rising Kenyan RnB and neo soul star, Karun.

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 Residents Presidents discuss the Commonwealth.Much more on those and other stories in this podcast.

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 deaths  at  the Spanish enclave of Melilla. Plus, Sierra Leone reacts to the US Supreme court banning abortion.And much more in this. podcast.

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 and violent attacks, but how will it work?And after the U.S Supreme Court's decision to overturn its own landmark ruling in 'Roe v Wade', should Africa care?Plus much more in this podcast.

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 on your table.  Bola Mosuro will be telling us more from Kigali.Also, we will also be hearing from South Africa, where the so-called dirty fuel, King Coal is enjoying a rare bonanza.That and other stories in this podcast.

A much anticipated report on corruption is out in South Africa.  The Zondo Report  criticises the African National Congress for creating an environment that enabled corruption and wide scale looting under former President Jacob Zuma.Also, an urgent appeal to the international comunity over the famine in Somalia.Those stories and more on Africa Today.