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- 2 days ago12 min
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye rushed to hospital after court collapse
In tonight's edition: Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye is in hospital after collapsing in court, raising fresh concerns over the treatment of political opponents. Ghana proposes sweeping constitutional reforms that could reshape its political landscape. Meanwhile, Benin steps up its campaign to recover looted cultural treasures and colonial archives from France.
- 3 days ago11 min
Netflix drama 'The Polygamist' ignites global debate on marriage and betrayal
In tonight's edition: The new South African Netflix drama "The Polygamist" is winning over global audiences; we speak to its lead screenwriter. But first: Cameroon's President Paul Biya has not been seen in public for more than 50 days, his longest absence from public view. Also, the impact of weeks of power cuts in Tunisia is coming into sharp focus, with hundreds believed to have died during a recent heatwave.
- 4 days ago13 min
Survey reveals rising optimism among African youth
In tonight's edition: DR Congo's constitutional court approves a referendum law that critics say could open the way for President Felix Tshisekedi to seek a third term in office. Also, as the El Niño weather pattern looms, millions across Africa could face worsening droughts and floods. Plus a new survey suggests Africa's youth are becoming more pragmatic in how they view global powers.
- 5 days ago11 min
Chad to withdraw from International Criminal Court
In tonight's edition: Chad is pulling out of the International Criminal Court, accusing it of bias against Africa. Also, in Madagascar, nearly 200 people have been reported missing this year. Finally, centuries-old medinas in the Comoros have gained UNESCO World Heritage status.
- 6 days ago12 min
2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations gets underway in Morocco
In tonight's edition: Sudan's army says it has broken the siege of El-Obeid after regaining control of a key supply route following intense fighting with RSF paramilitaries. Also, Chad is carrying out its first national census in nearly two decades. Plus the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations is now underway, with early matches already delivering excitement and surprises.
- 1 weeks ago11 min
ICC asked to look into xenophobic violence in South Africa
In tonight's show, Ghanaian nationals submit request to the ICC calling for an investigation into months of Xenophobic violence against migrants in South Africa. Also, around 20 people die in AFD attack in Eastern DRC as the Islamic state affiliated group steps up attacks. And Coconut trees, once a common site on Ivory coasts coastlines, are slowly disappearing under renewed waves of deforestation and rapid urbanisation; and it threatens an entire sector and local ecosystem.
- 1 weeks ago10 min
Ghana activists call for laws to protect people accused of witchcraft
In tonight's edition, North Africa is in the grip of a severe heatwave, with temperatures nearing 49 degrees Celsius. Also, six years after the brutal killing of a 90-year-old woman accused of witchcraft shocked Ghana and the world, activists say the fight for justice remains far from over. And, the Kigali Cine Junction is bringing five days of screenings, workshops and industry discussions to audiences across Rwanda.
- 1 weeks ago12 min
Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed over 1,000 people
In tonight's edition, the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has crossed a devastating threshold, with more than 1,000 lives lost. Also, in Kenya, human rights groups warn that political “goons” are increasingly being used to disrupt rallies ahead of elections next year. And in Senegal, four years after devastating floods threatened the famous Pink Lake’s unique ecosystem, the lake is slowly regaining its iconic colour.
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