Focus on Africa

South Africa takes over the G20 presidency from Brazil for a year. Will Africa benefit from this?

How organised crime benefits from trafficking electronic waste to Ghana.

And Somalia's Finance Minister on the benefits of debt forgiveness.

Presenter: Charles Gitonga

Russia vetoed a draft UN Security Council resolution which called for a ceasefire in Sudan.  It was proposed by the UK and Sierra Leone, calling on both sides to immediately halt hostilities and start talks aimed at agreeing a national ceasefire.  Why did Russia veto it?

Was India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Nigeria about lobbying for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council?

Why are some young TikTokers in Uganda being jailed?

And why thousands of indigenous, sacred  baobab trees are under threat in the Limpopo region of South Africa.

Presenter: Audrey Brown

The Senegalese government has claimed victory in the recent parliamentary elections. It said the ruling party, Pastef, had won with a "large majority". What does the win mean for the country?

Also, the cruel sextortion scams in Nigeria. Parents appeal to the criminals following the death of their son

And a prize that shines a spotlight on detained Eritrean journalists.

Presenter: Audrey Brown

South African authorities try to force as many as 4,000 illegal miners - known as zama zamas - to return to the surface, by denying them food and water. The miners, who have been stuck underground, fear they will be arrested. Who are they? And could the government's hardline operation be challenged in the courts?

What next for Mali - now that the multinational UN peacekeeping force, MINUSMA, has officially ended its mission after being ordered out of the country by the military government.

And Miss Somalia, Khadija Omar, tells us about her journey from the stifling heat of a refugee camp to making history on a global stage as the first hijab-wearing beauty queen to take part in the Miss Universe pageant.

Presenter: Audrey Brown

The European Union has announced it will not renew its fishing agreement with Senegal, citing concerns over the country’s efforts to curb illegal fishing. European officials pointed to inadequate monitoring and surveillance systems in Dakar. Without a renewed agreement European vessels will be required to exit Senegalese waters when the deal expires on Sunday. What are the reasons behind this decision?

Also, did you know that two in three children endure violent punishment or discipline at home and at school?

And making the case for tourism in Africa...it's not only about the fauna and the flora!

Presenter: Audrey Brown

As COP 29- the climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan focuses on finance. What is the status of the loss and damage fund?

Presenter: Audrey Brown

Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, will hold its general election tomorrow. The incumbent president, Muse Bihi Abdi, is seeking re-election. Somaliland says it would like to be recognised by the international community. Why isn't it recognised and what will the elections mean for the region?

Also we'll get reaction as Nigeria allows women free access to c-sections.

And we'll meet one of the world's smartest mathematicians, from Cameroon!

Presenter: Audrey Brown

The ECOWAS Court recently declared Sierra Leone’s loitering laws discriminatory and ordered their amendment or repeal

A BBC investigation sees evidence that devastating flood water in South Sudan is spreading pollution from the oil industry.

And why is there a dispute over uranium production in Niger ?

Presenter: Audrey Brown

The Mauritian government has ended its recent suspension of social media, which threatened voters’ access to information ahead of the general elections on the 10th of November. Once a proud democracy, how are Mauritians feeling about the upcoming election?

Also are more African domestic workers escaping Lebanon, as the war continues?

And how did some African migrants vote in the recent US elections?

Presenter: Audrey Brown