A South African woman, Racquel "Kelly" Smith, her boyfriend Jacquen Appollis and their friend Steveno van Rhyn have been given life sentences after being convicted of trafficking her missing 6-year-old daughter, Joshlin Smith. The case has captivated and horrified audiences around the world. It has also highlighted the wider issue of human trafficking in South Africa. An anti-trafficking campaigner responds to the rulling and explains the extent of problem in the country.

Also, Kenya and Mayotte sign a trade deal to boost economic ties. What will be traded?

And a tribute to and an exploration of, Kenya's literary giant Ngugi wa Thiong’o, who has died at the age of 87.

Presenter: Richard Kagoe

US embassies globally have halted student visa appointments, as social media vetting expands. How is Africa affected?

Why is Zimbabwe's controversial radio tax now being implemented? 

And how AI can predict and prevent child malnutrition in Kenya?

Presenter: Richard Kagoe

Russia's 13th International Security Summit in Moscow attracts over forty African leaders. How significant is it and what does it mean for the continent, especially for the Sahel?

Also, Boeing seals a deal with the US Department of Justice over the fatal crashes of two 737 Max aircraft that killed hundreds of people. One family who lost their son and daughter-in-law in the 2019 Ethiopian plane crash share their reaction with us.

And the impact of the temporary closure of Ghana's embassy in US over an alleged visa scandal.

Presenter: Blessing Aderogba

Uganda cuts military ties with Germany following diplomatic rift.

Somalia's government moves to control clan militias fighting al-Shabab - after allegations of serious atrocities.

And will Starlink's strategy of 'winning big by thinking small' help them cover the African continent?

Presenter:  Blessing Aderogba

The Libyan capital city, Tripoli, has been rocked by clashes between armed rival groups, and pressure is building up on the prime minister to resign as protests erupt in other parts of the country. Can the United Nations mission in Libya (UNSMIL) help to bring stability to the divided country?

Smart cities are popping up across Africa, blending tech, data, and infrastructure to create the digital urban towns of tomorrow. But just how 'smart' are these projects?

And we hear from victims caught in the crosshairs of Cameroon's Anglophone conflict, and also speak to the reporter of BBC Africa Eye's latest investigation looking into the country's deadly crisis.

Presenter: Richard Kagoe

As South Africa releases its latest crime statistics. Who are the main victims of violent crime and why does the country have such a reputation?

Is there "democratic backsliding" in East Africa? What does this mean? We hear from a human rights activist.

And talk to the man behind a lasting tribute to Thomas Sankara's memory.

Presenter: Audrey Brown

The US President Donald Trump, confronted South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa with false claims of white genocide and land seizures during a tense White House meeting. It was reminiscent of the US President's ambush of Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy earlier this year. At a time when diplomacy means everything, how did the South African President fare and what next for the US/South Africa relationship?

Also, who will the next President of the African Development Bank be?

And we find out more about the former Mauritanian president, Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz, who has been jailed for 15 years.

Presenter: Richard Kagoe

Why is Djibouti reportedly targeting Somalis and Ethiopians in a major anti-immigration crackdown?

Can DR Congo's former President Joseph Kabila's immunity from prosecution be lifted by authorities?

And what is driving the loss of Africa’s tropical forests?

Presenter: Richard Kagoe

There are concerns that South Sudan will relapse into an all-out civil war. But, why is peace in the world's youngest democracy so fragile?

Also, what some young Africans think about the UK's tightening immigration policies.

And how a swimming coach in Nigeria is providing inspiration and life lessons to children with disabilities.

Presenter: Audrey Brown

A BBC investigation has found evidence that children are being trafficked into illegal mines and sexually abused across South Africa.

Were assets of the Gambia's ex-leader Yahya Jammeh sold for a song?

And a landmark ruling in Nigeria finds that the Football Federation's negligence contributed to the death of a footballer

Presenter: Audrey Brown