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The effects of climate change are being felt in Africa. Countries, organisations and individuals, including young people, are taking actions to tackle these effects. This week we look at some outstanding climate action initiatives taken by young Ugandans and also focus on the COP25 climate conference in Spain, plus a studio debate.

Weddings in Africa have a long tradition with deep cultural, social and religious significance. Young couples spend millions on their big day only to find themselves stuck in a cycle of debt. So are these exorbitant weddings worth it? #The 77 Percent debate this topic.

From video cassettes to compact discs, indeed, the international film industry has evolved with technology. Valued at about 140 billion dollars last year, African film producers and actors are aiming for a bigger slice of the global pie. Listen to the show to understand how streaming services are making it easier to reach audiences.

Africa is the only continent where a majority of the languages taught in schools are international foreign languages such as Arabic, English, French, Portuguese and Spanish. The idea of adopting one common African language has just been talk and a far-fetched dream. The #77Percent brainstorms this issue with young people from across the continent.

Africa will be home to over four billion people by 2100, UN projections show. This is source of worry for many but some see advantages. Tune in to hear more about the driving forces of the population boom and the pros of having more people in Africa.

On Thursday the world will mark World Cities Day, a day set aside by the United Nations to promote greater equality and access to services, among others. This year's theme is innovations and a better life for future generations. To celebrate the day we asked young people what they like or dislike about their cities and what needs to be done to improve them. We also have a studio debate.

Of the over 3,500 Gambians who were forced to turn back from places like Libya or Niger, some are having a hard time re-adjusting to life back home. Here's how The Gambia is dealing with them.

Cameroon's Anglophone crisis has largely affected young people. Most of them have been killed, fled their homes while others are out of school. The national dialogue called by President Paul Biya is taking place in the capital Yaounde in a bid to end the conflict. But what is the representation of young people? That's our discussion point and my guest is a Cameroonian journalist Mimi Mefo.

47 out of 54 African countries have signed the Paris climate agreement, but the campaign to fight effects of climate change is yet to gain momentum. African has been hardest-hit by drought, floods and water scarcity. Is it really doing enough? Listen to some young people and climate change activists.

Opening up to other sexual partners in a marriage is still a controversial topic in Africa. Some are of the opinion that it automatically nullifies the existence of a union. But others who share a contrary view say deciding to engage in an open relationship is a choice and should be respected.Get their diverse thoughts