There's anger in Nigeria as food prices continue to rise. Some people have taken to the streets in protest. Inflation is at its highest the country has seen for a generation, at almost 30%. How is the government dealing with the problem? Also, Kenya's shilling strengthened against the dollar a few days ago, making it Africa's top performing currency. It caused excitement in the country. What's going on, is it all good news?And African leaders decide on a continent wide ban on the trade in donkey skins. We'll hear fascinating facts about donkeys that you don't quite expect!
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Two essential stories to round off your working day. Explaining the big topics and news from Africa, the people behind them, plus an African perspective on global stories. Hosted by Nkechi Ogbonna. Five days a week, ready by late afternoon, Monday to Friday.
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Folge vom 20.02.2024As inflation rises in Nigeria, how expensive is food?
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Folge vom 19.02.2024How relevant is the African Union?The African Union urges action on instability and condemns coups on the continent
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Folge vom 16.02.2024Why does Nigeria’s electricity supply keep collapsing?Despite being an energy-rich country, Nigeria has been experiencing widespread blackouts and power cuts. We hear from the former boss of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission on what needs to be done to fix the national grid. Also, we meet the lawyer who defies threats of violence, to defend people sentenced to death for blasphemy under Sharia law. And what is the best way to handle cyberbullies? We hear a personal account of being abused online, and get a few tips from an anti-bullying campaigner.
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Folge vom 15.02.2024Racheal Kundananji: What does the Zambia footballer’s transfer record fee mean?Racheal Kundananji becomes the most expensive women's footballer after a record transfer fee of $860,000 is paid. Will this pave the way for better pay for women football players?With successful hosting of the recently ended AFCON tournament in Ivory Coast, we explore how sport can be an effective tool in peace building.And why is there an initiative to stop the illicit trade in tobacco around the world?