Best Chad Wagner Podcasts (2025)

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Why Burkina Faso discarded its Electoral Commission 32:59

36m ago32:59

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Burkina Faso's military rulers have disbanded the country's electoral commission calling it a waste of money. The government says the interior ministry will handle elections in the future. Will this move by the ruling junta further delay democratic elections? Hundreds of thousands of premature deaths occur each year in Africa due to illnesses cause…

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Sudan: Why North Kordofan is being targeted? 31:18

3d ago31:18

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Sudan: More than 450 civilians have been killed in recent attacks in North Kordofan . Why is the RSF paramilitary increasingly targeting the state? The kingdom of Lesotho recently declared a 'State of disaster'-What can youth facing unemployment do ? And how sinkholes in South Africa are affecting people's lives Presenter: Charles GitongaProducers:…

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Cameroon's president seeks re-election at age 92 33:19

4d ago33:19

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Cameroon's Paul Biya has the distinction of being 'the world's oldest sitting president' and yet at age 92, he is seeking to run for an eighth term, that will see him serve until he is almost 100 years old. How much popular support does he have, and how strong is the opposition? Sudan's newly appointed prime minister, Kamal Idris, has named his cab…

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Kenyan protests: Impact on mental health 34:55

5d ago34:55

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Gen Z’s have largely led opposition street protests in Kenya. However, it's taking a toll on their mental health. We talk to an activist and a psychiatrist on how to cope. Why was a French sports journalist recently sentenced to 7 years in jail in Algeria? Was it for talking to a banned separatist movement- or due to diplomatic rows between Algeria…

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US deportees causing concern in South Sudan 29:13

6d ago29:13

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Residents of South Sudan's capital Juba have voiced concern for their safety after the arrival of eight deportees from the United States. The Trump administration have described them as ‘violent criminals’. Who are these men, what did they do and how did they end up in South Sudan? Also, another peace deal in the Central African Republic, but will …

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Nigeria’s ex-President Muhammadu Buhari dead 30:31

7d ago30:31

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Former Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari has died at 82. He was a two-time leader who first led Africa's most populous country as a military ruler, then later as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023. What will be his legacy and how will he be remembered? What's the truth behind recent coup rumours in Ivory Coast? And we remember …

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DRC: Inside a mine controlled by M23 34:45

10d ago34:45

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A recent US-brokered peace deal may have raised hopes of stability in eastern DRC. However, miners have told the BBC that M23’s control of mineral-rich areas could keep the conflict going. US aid cuts are forcing HIV clinics across Africa to shut down, with South Africa hit hardest. Experts are also warning that this could stall vaccine research an…

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US slaps 30% tariff on South Africa 32:10

11d ago32:10

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US President Donald Trump announced recently that he would impose a new 30% tariff on imports from South Africa. They kick in next month. What effect will this have on the nation? The United Nations Refugee Agency says the insurgency in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province is intensifying – and spreading And we meet one of Cameroon's first scientific…

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Ghanaians lured into football job scam 28:15

12d ago28:15

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Ghanaian authorities have rescued more than 70 young men from a trafficking ring in Nigeria. The men thought they were heading for football contracts or overseas opportunities. Why has football become a gateway for trafficking? Leaders from five African countries - Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal - have been invited to a meet…

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First malaria drug for infants approved 28:46

13d ago28:46

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The first malaria medicine suitable for babies and very young children is approved for use. How increased taxes on remittances from USA could hurt Africa. Plus, a new tool to help children with communication impairments. Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Tom Kavanagh and Stefania Okereke in London, Blessing Aderogba in LagosTechnical Producer: Pat…

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How is Kenya marking the Saba Saba protests? 31:32

14d ago31:32

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Two people have reportedly died of gunshot wounds after police opened fire during protests in Kenya. It's the latest in a wave of anti-government rallies that began last year. The demonstrations mark the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba protests that launched Kenya's push for multiparty democracy. Security forces blocked all major roads i…

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Nigeria's new opposition alliance to challenge Tinubu 34:40

17d ago34:40

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Starting pistol fired ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections. Two main opposition leaders form alliance in bid to unseat President Bola Tinubu and the ruling party. We meet a Kenyan breastmilk champion -who is donating litres of breast milk to families in need. Plus, what are natural assets and why do we need to value them in Africa? Presenter : Charles…

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Militant attacks increase in Mali 30:58

18d ago30:58

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Jihadist militants have launched a series of simultaneous attacks on military posts across numerous towns in Mali. It's the third major assault on Mali's army over the last month. Why is there an increase in these attacks, and what's the impact on neighbouring countries? Also, the kidnapping epidemic in Nigeria that's got many living in fear. And d…

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DRC children fathered by UN peacekeepers 30:06

19d ago30:06

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Mothers in the DRC struggling to raise children fathered and abandoned by UN peacekeepers amid fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Also in the programme: we ask South Africa's minister of police whether he's lost control of the spiralling gang violence in Cape Town. And the rising wave of South Korean culture sweeping across Africa. Prese…

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Why has polio re-emerged in Angola? 33:09

20d ago33:09

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Angola was certified as polio-free in 2015, but is now combatting a new outbreak of the disease after several cases were reported in a Western province. What has caused the virus to come back? A new report says Islamist militants are using Starlink technology to ramp up operational capabilities in Niger. And why are South Sudanese women fashion's f…

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Deaths after anti-government protests in Togo 33:01

21d ago33:01

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At least seven people reportedly killed, and many others wounded during recent anti-government protests in Togo’s capital Lome. The Togolese government denies the allegations. Who is Victoire Ingabire and why has the Rwandan government locked her up again? Plus, a look ahead to the Women's African Cup of Nations in Morocco Presenter: Audrey BrownPr…

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A rise in child abductions in Mozambique 33:50

24d ago33:50

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Civil organisations in Mozambique say at least 120 children have been kidnapped by insurgents in the north of the country. The Human Rights Watch group warn of a rise in abductions in the country's troubled nothern province of Cabo Delgado. The children are reportedly being used by Al-Shabab, an insurgent group linked to the so-called Islamic State…

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Youth-led protests erupt in Kenya 35:10

25d ago35:10

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People from Kenya’s growing Gen Z movement hold protests demanding justice and police accountability. We ask whether the police is acting on behalf of the Kenyan government. The protests marked the anniversary of last year’s deadly anti-tax demonstrations. Also in the programme: a quarter of a century after their land was seized, a small group of w…

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Chad: A rise in intercommunal violence 34:46

26d ago34:46

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A new bout of intercommunal violence in Chad, has left more than 40 people dead, according to the Chadian Government. This includes women and children. What's behind the recent rise in violence? Also, the border town of Zalambesa re-opened after years of tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. Will it stay that way? And we discuss the mixed reviews …

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Jihadists strike military base in Niger 34:03

27d ago34:03

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More than 200 gunmen on motorbikes recently attacked a Niger army base leaving at least 34 soldiers dead. Meanwhile dozens of civilians were reportedly killed in another attack in the region. Why is western Niger vulnerable to attacks by militant Islamists? Concerns after Sudan orders universities in Khartoum to reopen And how Nelson Mandela used s…

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Inside Cape Town's gang wars 28:31

28d ago28:31

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The South African city of Cape Town is one of the wealthiest cities in Africa, but it's also one of the most unequal. The city has now become the country's gang capital with more than a hundred gangs fighting for control of the lucrative drugs trade. We hear from a local journalist who grew up near one of the most volatile communities in the countr…

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How different will the Rwanda-DRC peace deal be? 28:40

1M ago28:40

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There is a glimmer of hope that three decades of conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo could end after the government agreed a draft peace deal with Rwanda, a country accused of funding the M23, a group that has taken over some significant towns in the east of DRC. Representatives of the two countries will formally sign the agreement next we…

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Nigeria: What's behind Benue state attacks? 38:37

1M ago38:37

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Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has ordered security agencies to bring an end to the wave of killings in Benue state. It's believed that more than 200 people were killed in attacks across various communities. What's behind the increase in violence? Also, a young man from the DRC is on the path to sainthood in the Catholic Church. Who was he and wha…

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How Cameroon's Anglophone Crisis affects education 28:11

1M ago28:11

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The Anglophone Crisis in Cameroon is severely impacting education. With widespread school closures and displacement of teachers and students. Over 200,000 students are reportedly out of school. Is China’s recent offer to extend zero-tariff treatment to almost all African countries a reason to celebrate? And why Kenyan smallholder farmers went to co…

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Why did funeral plans for Zambia's ex-president Lungu cause a row? 38:02

1M ago38:02

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Zambia's former president, Edgar Lungu, reportedly left instructions that his political rival and current president Hakainde Hichilema "should not come anywhere near his body". Edgar Lungu died on the 5th of June and ever since, his family and the Zambian government have been locked in a tussle over his funeral. However, following days of negotiati…

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South Africa’s township parents 'forced' to seek former white-only schools 29:25

1M ago29:25

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Poor resources, fears of crime and gang violence in townships on the outskirts of Cape Town, South Africa force some parents to send children on long daily commutes to former white-only schools. Nigeria's president pardons the late ‘Ogoni 9' activists 30 years after their execution. Why is the pardon being rejected? And coming to you soon the game …

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Are South African troops ‘stuck’ in DRC? 30:25

1M ago30:25

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The first group of South African soldiers deployed to the Democratic Republic of Congo, arrive back in the country today. South Africa sent around one thousand five hundred troops to the DRC as part of a wider peacekeeping mission. In February, at least fourteen soldiers were killed during heavy clashes with the M23, a group fighting against the na…

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Why has Ghana’s nurse strike escalated? 30:50

1M ago30:50

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Hospital services in Ghana grind to a halt after a nurses' strike escalates What are the implications of Afreximbank's credit rating being lowered to one notch above junk And will Ecowas ever realise its dream of a borderless region? Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Nyasha Michelle, Patricia Whitehorne and Tom Kavanagh in London. Blessing Aderogb…

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Kenyan blogger dies in police custody 35:44

1M ago35:44

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A 31-year-old blogger, Albert Ojwang, has died in police custody in Kenya. A post-mortem revealed that he was hit on the head and his death was likely to have been caused by assault. The results of the post-mortem contradict police previous claims which said Albert had "sustained head injuries after hitting his head against a cell wall". His death …

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Russia's Wagner Group leaves Mali 33:18

1M ago33:18

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Russia says the paramilitary group Wagner has accomplished its mission and has left Mali, although a Russian presence remains in the West African country, through the Africa Corps. So what did the Wagner Group achieve? Why has a separatist movement on the tiny, remote island of Annobón that is part of Equatorial Guinea, appealed to Argentina for su…

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From Zero to 100M Users: Inside Notion’s Data Stack and AI Strategy with Sumit Gupta 22:13

1M ago22:13

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AI's transformative impact on data engineering and analytics is reshaping how professionals create value, shifting focus from technical skills to strategic thinking and communication. In this episode of The Data Engineering Show, the bros talk with Sumit Gupta, Lead BI Engineer at Notion, about his journey through prominent tech companies, modern d…

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Uganda: World Bank lifts loan ban 27:35

1M ago27:35

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In 2023, Uganda voted in some of the world's harshest anti-homosexual legislation meaning that anybody engaging in certain same-sex acts can be sentenced to death. The World Bank decided to ban Uganda from receiving loans because of its legislation. The bank now says it's confident that new "mitigation measures" will allow it to roll out funding in…

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How is Africa affected by the US travel ban? 32:37

2M ago32:37

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Is Trump's latest travel ban part of a US disengagement from Africa? Why are many countries now shifting their views on Western Sahara in favour of Morocco? And how can digital skills be made more available for disabled people in Africa? Presenter: Audrey BrownProducers: Sunita Nahar, Patricia Whitehorne and Tom Kavanagh in London, with Charles Git…

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Lesotho: Why are mothers against 'bluetoothing'? 34:58

2M ago34:58

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Mothers in Lesotho are campaigning against a needle sharing method which exposes drug users to the risks of HIV and other diseases, taking root in the country. What is 'bluetoothing' or 'hotspotting'? Also, the wider impact of the rising Islamist attacks in West Africa And why do people choose Hunger strikes as a form of protest, and are they effec…

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Dozens killed in twin Mali attacks 31:19

2M ago31:19

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Mali's army says it has repelled attacks by jihadists on two military bases. Why is the Al-Qaeda linked group stepping up attacks? South Africa's continued hunt for an alleged illegal mining kingpin in Lesotho And why is Nigeria the worst place in the world to give birth in? Presenter: Audrey BrownProducers: Sunita Nahar and Tom Kavanagh in London.…

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Africa to benefit most from Bill Gates fortune 32:51

2M ago32:51

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Microsoft founder, Bill Gates says that most of his fortune will be spent on improving health and education services in Africa over the next 20 years. The 69-year-old said, "by unleashing human potential through health and education, every country in Africa should be on a path to prosperity". He also tells us what he makes of online attacks against…

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Nigerian flooding kills at least 200 people 29:31

2M ago29:31

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Nigerian officials have warned there's little hope of finding alive around 500 people still missing after flash floods in Niger state. How are survivors coping? Mauritania’s Sidi Ould-Tah elected as the new president of the African Development Bank. What was the voting process like? And we meet one photographer who has turned his lens on insects to…

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Joshlin Smith: South Africa's human trafficking problem 31:44

2M ago31:44

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A South African woman, Racquel "Kelly" Smith, her boyfriend Jacquen Appollis and their friend Steveno van Rhyn have been given life sentences after being convicted of trafficking her missing 6-year-old daughter, Joshlin Smith. The case has captivated and horrified audiences around the world. It has also highlighted the wider issue of human traffick…

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US halts international student visa applications 26:36

2M ago26:36

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US embassies globally have halted student visa appointments, as social media vetting expands. How is Africa affected? Why is Zimbabwe's controversial radio tax now being implemented? And how AI can predict and prevent child malnutrition in Kenya? Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Yvette Twagiramariya and Bella HassanTechnical Producer: Chris Kouza…

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African leaders attend Russia's Security Summit 34:45

2M ago34:45

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Russia's 13th International Security Summit in Moscow attracts over forty African leaders. How significant is it and what does it mean for the continent, especially for the Sahel? Also, Boeing seals a deal with the US Department of Justice over the fatal crashes of two 737 Max aircraft that killed hundreds of people. One family who lost their son a…

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Uganda suspends German military co-operation 28:10

2M ago28:10

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Uganda cuts military ties with Germany following diplomatic rift. Somalia's government moves to control clan militias fighting al-Shabab - after allegations of serious atrocities. And will Starlink's strategy of 'winning big by thinking small' help them cover the African continent? Presenter: Blessing AderogbaProducers: Bella Hassan, Tom Kavanagh a…

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Can the UN bridge the political divide in Libya? 30:46

2M ago30:46

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The Libyan capital city, Tripoli, has been rocked by clashes between armed rival groups, and pressure is building up on the prime minister to resign as protests erupt in other parts of the country. Can the United Nations mission in Libya (UNSMIL) help to bring stability to the divided country? Smart cities are popping up across Africa, blending tec…

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South Africa releases crime stats 34:41

2M ago34:41

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As South Africa releases its latest crime statistics. Who are the main victims of violent crime and why does the country have such a reputation? Is there "democratic backsliding" in East Africa? What does this mean? We hear from a human rights activist. And talk to the man behind a lasting tribute to Thomas Sankara's memory. Presenter: Audrey Brown…

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President Trump confronts President Ramaphosa 31:20

2M ago31:20

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The US President Donald Trump, confronted South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa with false claims of white genocide and land seizures during a tense White House meeting. It was reminiscent of the US President's ambush of Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy earlier this year. At a time when diplomacy means everything, how did the South African P…

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Djibouti launches a crackdown on migrants 29:29

2M ago29:29

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Why is Djibouti reportedly targeting Somalis and Ethiopians in a major anti-immigration crackdown? Can DR Congo's former President Joseph Kabila's immunity from prosecution be lifted by authorities? And what is driving the loss of Africa’s tropical forests? Presenter: Richard KagoeProducers: Bella Hassan, Yvette Twagiramariya and Blessing AderogbaT…

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South Sudan: A country constantly in crisis 32:22

2M ago32:22

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There are concerns that South Sudan will relapse into an all-out civil war. But, why is peace in the world's youngest democracy so fragile? Also, what some young Africans think about the UK's tightening immigration policies. And how a swimming coach in Nigeria is providing inspiration and life lessons to children with disabilities. Presenter: Audre…

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Child sex abuse uncovered in South Africa's illegal mines 26:36

2M ago26:36

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A BBC investigation has found evidence that children are being trafficked into illegal mines and sexually abused across South Africa. Were assets of the Gambia's ex-leader Yahya Jammeh sold for a song? And a landmark ruling in Nigeria finds that the Football Federation's negligence contributed to the death of a footballer Presenter: Audrey BrownPro…

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Why is Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traoré 'popular' 37:25

2M ago37:25

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Burkina Faso's military ruler, 37 year old Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has skilfully built a persona of a pan-Africanist leader, determined to free his nation from what he sees as, 'the clutches of Western imperialism and neo-colonialism'. This message has resonated across Africa and beyond on social media. But what's fact and what's fiction? Why has E…

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Mali’s junta dissolves all political parties 27:57

2M ago27:57

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Mali's military junta has dissolved all political parties in the country. Why are the youth dissenting? Why are Nigerians being trafficked to Ivory Coast? And plans by Ethiopia to allow foreigners and companies to buy property in the country Presenter: Blessing AderogbaProducers: Nyasha Michelle and Tom Kavanagh in London, Richard Kagoe and Frenny …

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Ethiopia: Why are health workers striking? 27:30

2M ago27:30

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Medical professionals in various parts of Ethiopia are on strike. They say they are seeking adjustments in salaries, improved benefits and better working conditions. We hear from Ethiopian doctors. Also, as the movie industry expands in Africa, so do concerns about the safety of actors. And we'll meet 19 year old Makhosazana "Khosi" Dlomo, who is b…

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