In tonight's edition: Cameroon's indomitable lions are not quite tamed but certainly don't mark their opener in the Africa Cup of Nations as determinedly as expected. The 5 times Champions settled for a 1-1 draw against Guinea. Earlier defending champions Senegal beat Gambia 3-0 in a pretty procedural win. And Algeria are held 1-1 by Angola in the final game of the day.

In tonight's edition: South Africa takes Israel to the International Court of Justice, arguing that its response to the October 7 Hamas attacks is a breach of the UN Genocide Convention. Also, there's a reprieve as the Congo River starts receding after reaching its highest level in more than 60 years. Flooding throughout DR Congo and the Republic of Congo has killed over 300 people over the past months. Plus we go to Benin to attend the festivities at the traditional Vodun festival in Ouidah.

In tonight's edition: President Felix Tshisekedi will officially begin his second term as president of the Democratic Republic of Congo on January 20. Also, Tunisian radio presenter Zied El Heni is handed a suspended sentence for allegedly insulting a minister. Tunisian journalists had rallied outside the courthouse in Tunis to support him. And football fever is about to take over the continent. Anticipation builds ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations, which kicks off on Saturday.

In tonight's edition: Visa or no visa to go to Kenya? President William Ruto advocates for a borderless Africa. But visa-free travel might have a price tag. Also, in an exclusive interview, Chad's interim Prime Minister Succès Masra talks about the need for a united country. Plus, we report on how the Africa Cup of Nations is a windfall for football lovers but also for betting centres. Ghana is worried the tournament might fuel addiction among young people.

In tonight's edition: Ousman Sonko, Gambia's former interior minister under Yahya Jammeh, faces trial in Switzerland for crimes against humanity. Alleged victims hail a landmark day for justice. Also, Ivory Coast's economic capital is already buzzing with excitement as football fans gear up for the Africa Cup of Nations in Abidjan. Finally, we shine a spotlight on Africa's music industry and how Afrobeats singer MohBad's tragic death laid bare some of the issues within the lucrative Nigerian scene.

South African former athlete Oscar Pistorius has been released from prison, nearly 11 years after killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Steenkamp's mother said her family was "serving a life sentence". Also, opposition leader Ousmane Sonko's candidacy for the next presidential election in Senegal has been rejected. And in Benin, we report on how the Dialysis Life Association has seen an increase in mortality rates since the government stopped full medical coverage for chronic illnesses.

In tonight's edition: Nigeria widens the net to degrees earned in Kenya and Uganda as part of its crackdown on fraudulent foreign certificates. Also, French energy giant TotalEnergies puts former Beninese prime minister Lionel Zinsou at the head of land acquisition for its controversial multi-billion-dollar oil projects in Uganda and Tanzania. Plus, we see how more farmers in Tunisia are cultivating carob seeds.

Sierra Leone charges ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma with treason over his alleged involvement in what authorities have called an attempted coup in November. Also, Sudan's RSF chief is in Kenya on the last leg of his regional diplomatic tour to try to forge a ceasefire in Sudan's conflict. And Togo invests in soybeans as the industry becomes the biggest exporter to the EU.

Somalia vows to defend its territorial integrity after a destabilising deal that's seen breakaway Somaliland gain Ethiopia's recognition in exchange for access to the Red Sea. Also, preparations are underway in Ivory Coast's capital Yamoussoukro for the Africa Cup of Nations. Finally, we look at traditional Nigerien wrestling as we explore its unique history and culture.

In tonight's edition: As we leave the old year behind us, we delve into the promise of young Africa. Its youth is key to changing relationships, both on and off the continent. Also, 2024 is set to be a big year for several of the continent's heavyweights. From elections to economic overhauls, we take a look at some of the landmark dates already on the calendar. Plus, Felix Tshisekedi wins a second term as president of DR Congo after a contested election.