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Nigeria, a nation once notorious for military rule, is marking 25 years of democracy, at a time when several of its West African neighbours have had coups in recent years. But as many Nigerians struggle to earn enough to live on, amid an economic crisis and dramatically rising prices, some appear to be very unhappy with how they are being governed. So, is democracy working in Nigeria?
Also, why are young people being targeted to smoke e-cigarettes?
And we'll learn more about the social media influencer from Kenya, spreading disinformation about climate change.
Presenter:Charles GitongaTechnical Producer:Nick RandellProducers: Joseph Keen, Rob Wilson, Bella Hassan and Patricia WhitehorneSenior Producer: Paul BakibingaEditors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard
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The United States' envoy to Sudan has warned that the fall of the besieged city of el-Fasher in western Darfur, is imminent. It's the only city still under army control in the region. What happens if the city falls? And what will the wider impact be?
Also Malawi mourns the death of its Vice President and 9 other passengers folliwng an airplane crash, we'll find out more about Mr Chilima, the man and the politician.
And have you ever heard of the condition gynaecomastia? We'll hear a personal testimony.
Presenter: Charles GitongaProducers: Joseph Keen, Bella Hassan, Patricia Whitehorne and Frenny JowiSenior Journalist: Karnie SharpTechnical Producer: Jonathan GreerEditors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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Several hundred people are jailed in Tunisia just for writing bad cheques. Human rights campaigners are calling for Tunisia to replace this system with alternatives to prison for repaying debt.
A look at the worsening relations between West African neighbours Niger and Benin.
Plus, an initiative to close down orphanages in a bid to end child exploitation.
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Millions of children in northern Nigeria are without sufficient food, that's according to the aid agency, MSF. The persistent malnutrition crisis in the region, MSF says, stems from inflation, security issues and insufficient healthcare infrastructure. We'll hear from Dr Simba Tirima in Maiduguri.
Also its almost 10 years since so-called Islamic State declared a caliphate. What's been their influence in Africa?
And the growing interest of Formula 1 on the continent. Any chance of an African Grand Prix?
Presenter: Charles GitongaProducers: Bella Hassan, Rob Wilson, Emmanuela Alausa and Yvette Twagiramariya Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Technical Producer: Jonathan Greer Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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Somalia was recently elected by the United Nations General Assembly to be a member of the 15 member U.N.Security Council. This is for a two-year term starting next year. What does Somalia bring to the top table at the UN?
Also, how huge quantities of gold are being smuggled out of Africa
And we meet the Ghanaian dance duo Afronita and Abigail who wowed a talent show in Britain.
Presenter: Charles GitongaTechnical Producer: Ricardo McCarthyProducers: Bella Hassan, Rob Wilson, Yvette Twagiramariya, Daniel Dadzie, Emmanuella Alausa and Nyasha Michelle Senior Producers: Karnie Sharp and Paul BakibingaEditors : Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard
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The Focus on Africa Podcast turns 1. On this special edition, we look back at the year that's been. We re-visit kidnappings in Nigeria, we head back to the Seychelles where an opposition leader was accused of witchcraft and remember the challenges and opportunities of being a first-born daughter.
Presenters: Richard Kagoe and Audrey BrownProducers: Rob Wilson, Nyasha Michelle, Daniel Dadzie, Patricia Whitehorne, Stefania Okereke, Sunita Nahar, Lola Schroer, Amie Liebowitz, Nour Abida and Tom Kavanagh in London. Charles Gitonga, Susan Gachuhi, Frenny Jowi in Nairobi and Todah Opeyemi in LagosSenior Journalists: Karnie Sharp and Paul Bakibinga Technical Producer: Jonny HallEditors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard
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Russia and Sudan have formally agreed to set up what they call " a logistical support point on the Red Sea". It will be Russia's first naval base in Africa. Why does Russia need a naval base close to the Red Sea?
Also, a jail term for Senegalese citizens for criticising Prime Minister Sonko on gay rights. What's going on?
And we'll find out more about what's it like living with endometriosis, after the popular Kenyan DJ Jahmby Koikai died from the disease.
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Charles Gitonga, Yvette Twagiramariya, Bella Hassan and Joseph KeenSenior Producer: Paul BakibingaEditors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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Russia's Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov is back in Africa having visited the continent several times in the past couple of years. What is Russia looking for in these frequent visits to the continent? And can it help with Libya?
Also, how internet scams in Nigeria are impacting the lives of teenagers in different parts of the world
And why Madagascans are unhappy about internet access in their country.
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Charles Gitonga, Bella Hassan, Kaine Pieri and Joseph KeenTechnical Producer: Chris AblakwaSenior Journalist: Karnie SharpEditors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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The first-ever summit of African leaders and South Korea is underway in Seoul. South Korea has promised to boost development aid for Africa by up to $10 billion over the next six years. The country also aims to tap into Africa's rich mineral resources. How else can Africa benefit from this new forged relationship with South Korea?
Also the UN warns that millions of people in Sudan are at risk of malnutrition and starvation
And new initiatives on tackling bullying, are being discussed and planned in schools on the continent.
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Nyasha Michelle, Charles Gitonga, Yvette Twagiramariya, Bella Hassan and Emmanuella AluasaSenior Producer: Paul BakibingaEditors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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Following last week's elections, South Africa’s ruling African National Congress, has lost its majority. The ANC now needs a coalition partner to ally with. It's begun closed-door negotiations with its political opponents, but who will it choose and why?
Also Nigeria's public workers begin an indefinite nationwide strike following failed negotiations with the government
And have you heard of 'adaptive' clothing? It's a new much needed fashion trend, helping people with disabilities to shop with ease.
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers; Rob Wilson, Charles Gitonga, Susan Gachuhi, Yvette Twagiramariya and Bella HassanSenior Journalist: Karnie SharpTechnical Producer: Jonathan GreerEditors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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The United States has sanctioned Uganda’s parliament speaker, her husband and others over corruption and rights abuses, but will the imposed restrictions have a wider impact?
After the mysterious disappearance of a Zambia parliamentarian who was later found, opposition politicians fear the country’s democracy is under threat.
And why is there a power tussle between the Cameroon government and the national football federation over who should be head coach of the national team - the Indomitable Lions.
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It's one year since Bola Tinubu became Nigeria’s President. Mr Tinubu assumed office during a time of unprecedented challenges for Africa’s most populous country. How are Nigerian's feeling about his promise of a "renewed hope"?
Somalia is the only sub-Saharan country to carry out the death penalty, where according to Amnesty International executions are on the rise. What's the attitude towards the death penalty there?
And Zimbabwe re-launches it's national youth programme, which aims at equipping young people with life skills. What do young Zimbabweans think?
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Joseph Keen, Bella Hassan, Yvette Twagiramariya and Patricia Whitehorne Senior Journalist: Karnie SharpTechnical Producer: Phillip BullEditors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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The military junta in Burkina Faso extends its military rule for another five years. So does this mean it is consolidating its power?
There have been chaotic scenes in Sierra Leone during the Bar Association’s ballot for a powerful executive, deeply steeped in the country’s politics,
and Gen Z’s desire for promotion in the South African workplace – what are employers doing to accommodate them?
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It's getting easier to access illegal arms in Kenya which has led to the rise in violent crime, especially in more deprived areas. What's fuelling the rise in gun crime?
Also, why is Ghana turning to nuclear power?
And a documentary explores the reality African students face when they choose to study abroad.
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Charles Gitonga, Bella Hassan, Yvette Twagiramariya and Rob WilsonSenior Journalist: Karnie SharpEditors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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Kenya has been designated the status of non-NATO ally by the US President Joe Biden, making it the first sub-Saharan African country to receive that designation. Learn what it means for Kenya and more widely for Africa.
How an initiative in West Africa is improving accountability and transparency in the extraction sector, and a Namibian activist who is advocating for the end of fossil fuels in Africa.
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The besieged city of El-Fasher in Sudan's Darfur region, is facing a growing risk of genocide as the world's attention is focused on other conflicts, that's the warning from a United Nations expert. Alice Wairimu Nderitu told the BBC, many civilians have been targeted based on their ethnicity in El-Fasher, where fierce fighting has intensified in recent days. What constitutes a genocide?
Also why some of the main political parties in South Africa have raised concern about the rise in illegal immigration ahead of the general elections
And we meet 18 year old Helms Ategeka from Uganda who has broken the internet after being accepted into over 120 colleges in the United States!
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducer: Frenny Jowi, Toda Opeyemi, Rob Wilson, Yvette Twagiramariya, Bella Hassan and Sunita Nahar. Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Technical Producer: Daniela Victoria Varela HernandezEditors are Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard
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The first batch of genetically modified mosquitoes is being released in Djibouti in a bid to stop the spread of malaria carrying vectors that bite during the day and thrive in urban areas. How does this work?
Also, an overview of South Africa's 'historic' elections. Who are the main parties and what are the issues?
And scientists trace the origins of one of Africa's most iconic trees, the baobab tree, to Madagascar. Why are they in decline on the Island?
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Charles Gitonga, Frenny Jowi, Rob Wilson and Paul BakibingaTechnical Producer: Daniela Victoria Varela HernandezEditors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard
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Hundreds of migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa are being arrested and deported to desert areas in Morocco, Tunisia and Mauritania using funds made available by the European Union. An investigation by eight international news organisations says the migrants also face human rights abuses as countries try to stop them from reaching Europe.
Also how illegal logging is funding the insurgency in Northern Mozambique
And a Kenyan mother's desperate attempt to help save her son from execution in Saudi Arabia.
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At least 200 Kenyan police officers are set to arrive in Haiti as part of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission. This decision coincides with the current visit by President Ruto to the United States. Have sufficient preparations being made on the ground in Haiti to receive the troops?
Also , there is renewed hope that a fresh round of talks can lead to lasting peace in South Sudan.
And how effective is the ECOWAS court of justice?
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Frenny Jowi, Charles Gitonga, Rob Wilson and Paul BakibingaTechnical Producer: Craig KinghamEditors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard
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The Democratic Republic of Congo says it has quashed an attempted coup on Sunday. The army said the group of people behind the attempted coup were foreigners or Congolese citizens based abroad. Who are these men and why would they want to topple the government?
Also, are Universities on the continent doing enough to inspire the next generation?
And meet Lord Spikeheart, the heavy metal music artist from Kenya, yes, from Kenya!
Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Patricia Whitehorn, Rob Wilson, Nyasha Michelle and Bella HassanSenior Journalist: Karnie SharpTechnical Producer: Jonathan GreerEditors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard
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