Africa Daily Podcast
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Episodes to download
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How do we prevent sex trafficking in Africa?
Fri 17 Nov 2023
A survivor shares her story and how her life changed when she went from Nigeria to Dubai
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Why are thousands of people fleeing Darfur?
Thu 16 Nov 2023
“Those who are not killed are hiding.” Witnesses describe bodies scattered on the road.
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Will the election in Madagascar bring any change?
Wed 15 Nov 2023
Andry Rajoelina and Marc Ravalomanana renew their rivalry to run for the presidency
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What can the humble cassette tape tell us about Somali culture?
Tue 14 Nov 2023
From the 1970s to 90s Somalis used cassettes to stay in contact.
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How are those displaced by Ghana’s floods managing a month on?
Mon 13 Nov 2023
Around 26,000 people were left homeless after a ‘controlled spillage’ from two dams
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Why are people rushing to catch the train in Lagos?
Fri 10 Nov 2023
A new light rail is cutting people’s commute but can it keep up with demand?
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Can taking to the water beat the Lagos commute?
Thu 9 Nov 2023
People are turning to ferries to avoid the nightmare traffic in Africa’s biggest city
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Who will benefit from Kenya’s new universal healthcare plans?
Wed 8 Nov 2023
President William Ruto has approved legislation to make healthcare more affordable
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What do Kenyans make of King Charles’ recent state visit to Kenya?
Tue 7 Nov 2023
Their visit coincided with Kenya's upcoming 60th independence anniversary
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Why has there been political unrest in Mozambique?
Mon 6 Nov 2023
Violence started shortly after the October 11th municipal elections
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Are Nigerians betting on a quick fix to the cost of living?
Fri 3 Nov 2023
People in Lagos are turning to sports betting to make some extra cash
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What role can the private sector play in Africa’s refugee crisis?
Thu 2 Nov 2023
The number of Africans who are displaced has risen and now totals over 40 million people
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How are Nigerians navigating the turbulent economy?
Wed 1 Nov 2023
High fuel prices and soaring inflation mean people can buy less for their naira
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Where does Africa stand on the Israel-Gaza war?
Tue 31 Oct 2023
A closer look at Africa’s stance with the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict
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How has Nigeria changed since the election?
Mon 30 Oct 2023
A lot has happened since Alan’s last visit during the run up to the election in February
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What role can sport play in unifying a once divided nation?
Fri 27 Oct 2023
In 1995, Nelson Mandela used rugby to unite South Africans
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Does recreational cycling have a future in Africa?
Thu 26 Oct 2023
How can many more Africans take up recreational cycling?
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The episode where the daughters take over
Wed 25 Oct 2023
Lorry driver Craig Phakathi took his daughter Bhule to work on a 5-day trip
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How can Sierra Leone further improve medical care for pregnant mothers?
Tue 24 Oct 2023
How can Sierra Leone further improve medical care for pregnant mothers?
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Is Africa prepared for the next pandemic?
Mon 23 Oct 2023
An early-warning system in Nigeria could alert the world to an emerging pandemic
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Can Nigeria fix its dollar shortage?
Fri 20 Oct 2023
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to reform the country's foreign exchange system
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Why is the Rafah Crossing a complex border point for Egypt?
Thu 19 Oct 2023
Since 1979 it has been the one official land border post between Egypt and Gaza
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How is South Africa dealing with its eggs shortage?
Wed 18 Oct 2023
A bird flu outbreak has led to the deaths of millions of chickens
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What’s Morocco trying to achieve with its football investment?
Tue 17 Oct 2023
Morocco will co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup along with five other nations
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What happened to Kenya’s baby stealers?
Mon 16 Oct 2023
Nearly 3 years ago, a ѿý investigation caught people trying to sell vulnerable children
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Are the IMF and World Bank good or bad for Africa?
Fri 13 Oct 2023
Some African economists say the institutions prioritise the needs of richer countries
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What’s life like when you live under the constant fear of Boko Haram attacks?
Thu 12 Oct 2023
The award winning film Le Spectre de Boko Haram children in northern Cameroon
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Why has violence spiked in Timbuktu and northern Mali?
Wed 11 Oct 2023
Attacks on civilians have increased by nearly 40% since last year.
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Are Africa’s tourist destinations accessible to disabled visitors?
Tue 10 Oct 2023
Cape Town in South Africa is planning to make tourism easier for people with disabilities
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Why are people protesting in Ghana?
Mon 9 Oct 2023
The government’s response to the soaring cost of living has stoked tension in Ghana