Focus on Africa Episodes Available now
Why do the British and French elections matter to Africa?
Britain and France, who share major links with Africa are holding elections this week
Why jihadist groups use female suicide bombers?
Over 30 people killed in Nigeria, in attacks by suspected female suicide bombers
South Africa has a new coalition government
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled a new coalition government.
Sierra Leone has banned child marriage
Sierra Leone's parliament this week approved a law banning child marriage
Why is a new regional force for West Africa necessary?
Ministers of Ecowas countries meet to discuss the formation of a new regional force
Why tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia are showing no signs of easing
Somalia recently accused Ethiopian troops of “illegally” crossing into its territory.
Kenya: Why have police stepped up action against young protestors?
Young people in Kenya have once again taken to the streets to protest
A victory for the Christian LGBTQ activist in Namibia
A Namibian court rules that laws banning same-sex acts between men are unconstitutional
Kenya: Why are these protests different?
A new generation of young Kenyans are protesting against unpopular tax proposals.
How do Hajj pilgrims cope with a heatwave in Saudi Arabia?
Intense heat in Saudi Arabia leads to the deaths of hundreds of Muslim pilgrims.
