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Angolan tycoon Isabel dos Santos was once dubbed "Africa's richest woman". Now, she claims that the embezzlement and corruption accusations against her from the government of her own country are down to "political persecution". In an exclusive interview with Africa Daily's Alan Kasuja, the daughter of former President José Eduardo dos Santos calls herself a ''pioneer'' in entrepreneurship in Africa and adds that the presidency "is a possibility". #IsabeldosSantos #Angola Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Rescuers are searching for survivors and working to restore phone lines, power, and water supplies after Cyclone Chido left a trail of devastation on the French island territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean. Twenty people have been confirmed dead, but authorities warn the death toll could be much higher. #cyclonechido #mayotte #shorts Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Israel announced that its military seized control of a demilitarised buffer zone in the Golan Heights, saying that the 1974 disengagement agreement with Syria had 'collapsed' following the rebel takeover of the country. Syria has always insisted that it won't agree a peace deal with Israel unless it withdraws from the whole of the Golan. Israel has refused, citing security concerns. This video, featuring archive images, explains the geopolitical and military importance of the mountainous region and how Israel occupied it. #golanheights #syria #shorts Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

#shorts Rwanda is bidding to host a Formula 1 grand prix, the country's President Paul Kagame says. But how do some of the top drivers in the world see that? The BBC's Kelvin Kimathi heard from Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc. #rwandaformula1 #sports Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Controversial Nigerian pastor Tobi Adeboyega addresses his UK deportation case, along with allegations of abuse and financial mismanagement against his former church, SPAC Nation. The BBC's Yemisi Adegoke reports. #tobiadeboyega #deportation Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Ethiopia and Somalia have agreed to end their bitter dispute over Addis Ababa's plans to build a port in the breakaway republic of Somaliland following talks in Turkey. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed the "historic agreement", which he said would eventually ensure landlocked Ethiopia's access to the sea. How significant is this? Also what's keeping protestors on the streets of Mozambique? And a look at the complicated relationship between South Africa and Nigeria. 00:01 Intro 01:01 Ethiopia and Somalia to end dispute over port in Somaliland 08:05 What's keeping protestors on the streets of Mozambique? 15:23 The complicated relationship between South Africa and Nigeria. #focusonafricapodcast #focusonafricathepodcast Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Zambia's constitutional court says former President Lungu is ineligible for re-election. He alleges political interference We'll look at Operation Serengeti, a multinational attempt to stamp out cybercrime Plus, a BBC investigation into how influencers are spreading disinformation on women's health on TikTok. 00:01 Intro 00:48 Why has Zambia's Lungu been banned from presidential run? 07:03 Operation Serengeti and attempt to stamp out cybercrime 15:33 Disinformation on women's health on TikTok #focusonafricapodcast #focusonafricathepodcast Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: / bbcnewsafrica Twitter: / bbcafrica Instagram: / bbcafrica

Congo's President Denis Sassou Nguesso, is visiting Libya, in his capacity as chairman of the African Union's committee on the Libyan crisis. His aim is to get the country's rival governments, led by Prime Minister Abdelhamid Dbeibah in the west and Marshal Khalifa Haftar in the east, to the reconciliation table. Does the AU have any influence in Libya? Also why are young women in Kenya opting for irreversible surgery as a means of contraception? And a new regulation in Spain giving migrant workers a chance to get their papers in order. Is it good news for all migrants? 00:01 Intro 01:09 Does the AU have any influence in Libya? 07:31 Why are young women opting for irreversible surgery as contraception? 16:27 Is Spain changing its approach to undocumented migrants? #focusonafricapodcast #focusonafricathepodcast Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

After two previous attempts, John Mahama is set to make comeback as Ghana's president. He was the country’s leader from 2012-2016. Ghana’s economy is struggling and corruption endemic. Political analyst Nansata Yakubu explains the huge expectations on a Mahama presidency over the next four years. The menstrual health taboos facing African women athletes And the flaw with Africa’s big infrastructure finance models. 00:01 Intro 01:02 How John Mahama made a comeback 08:05 Are women's voice heard when talking about menstruation? 15:00 What is infrastructure financing? #focusonafricapodcast #focusonafricathepodcast Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima criticised UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch during a speech in Abuja on Monday over her past remarks about Nigeria. Badenoch, who was born in the UK but mostly raised in Nigeria, has repeatedly described growing up in fear and insecurity in a country plagued by corruption. Badenoch has repeatedly described growing up in fear and insecurity in a country plagued by corruption. Edited by Jelilat Olawale #kemibadenoch #Nigeria #shorts Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Abu Mohammed al-Jolani (or Ahmed al-Sharaa), the leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has been seen as a key figure in the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria. He's been deemed a terrorist by the US and has faced accusations of human rights abuses. But over the years he's sought to present a more moderate imae. So, who is he after all? #shorts #Jolani #Syria #Assad Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africaJ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Kenyan police have used tear gas to break up a protest against rising cases of femicide, as demonstrators called for tougher laws and better policing. The protest comes on the final day of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. The United Nations says in 2023 a daily average of 140 women and girls were killed by a partner or a close relative in femicide related cases globally. The BBC’s Anita Nkonge reports. #kenyanews Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

The Indian multinational Adani Group, involved in construction and energy projects worldwide, is facing scrutiny following a recent US indictment. The company has also been accused of corruption in Kenya where it secured contracts worth about $2.5bn. It strongly denies the allegations. Nelson Amenya who exposed one of the deals says he is unable to return to Kenya, fearing for his safety. #adani #bbcafrica Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

"One of the most emphatic victories in the electoral history of Ghana" Watch as Ghana's president-elect, John Mahama, addressed his supporters in the post-election victory speech. #johnmahama #ghanaelections2024 #bbcafrica Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

#BBCAfricaEye presents an intimate portrait of a deeply religious couple silently living with AIDS while striving for acceptance among their church community in the Central African Republic. Click here to subscribe to our channel 👉🏽 http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica In Bangui, Rodrigue and Reine are a couple jointly committed to the activities of their church. But they live with a heavy secret: they are sick with AIDS and carry it as divine punishment. Rodrigue is faced with a life-changing decision when offered the role of assistant pastor at his church. Struggling with self-doubt and questioning his worthiness to lead, he finds himself caught between his devotion to his faith and a dependence on his wife's livelihood. As the pandemic worsens, ARV drugs in short supply and a dangerous rumour is spreading that HIV-positive individuals will not survive taking the Covid-19 vaccine. Rodrigue and Reine's faith is pushed to its limits. In desperation, Reine believes that a miracle could save her husband. Driven by hope, she embarks on a powerful journey - taking Rodrigue from church to pilgrimage, from prayers of repentance to spiritual fasts - all in search of divine healing. This film explores the intersection of faith, love, sacrifice, and the search for healing and acceptance against all odds. *** Africa Eye brings you original, investigative journalism revealing secrets and rooting out injustice in the world’s most complex and exciting continent. Nothing stays hidden forever. 🎞️ Check out all Africa Eye investigations here: https://bit.ly/bbcafricaeye Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/ #CentralAfricanRepublic #Documentary #AIDS #HIV #AfricaDocumentary #BBCEye #Christianity #CAR

Following Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia's concession in Ghana's election, jubilant supporters of opposition candidate John Mahama have been celebrating on the streets across the country. The BBC Africa correspondents Thomas Naadi and Komla Adom were in Tamale and Aboabo to capture the mood and to hear from the voters celebrating the results. #ghananews #ghanaelections2024 Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

The supporters of opposition candidate John Mahama took to the streets across after vice-president Mahamudu Bawumia conceded defeat during a press conference. The electoral commission is yet to officially announce any results from yesterday’s election. Bawumia said that his decision is based on provisional results. #ghanaelection #ghanaelections #ghanaelections2024 Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

#ghanaelections #ghanaelections2024 #ghanaelectiongunshot The BBC's Thomas Naadi reports from the scene of a major incident on voting day in Ghana. It all took place in the northern regional capital of Tamale, when a parliamentary opposition candidate tried to file a complaint and a was disrupted by ruling party supporters. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Polling stations have now closed in Ghana and the full results of the country's presidential and parliamentary elections should be diclosed in the next 2 to 3 days. The BBC's James Copnall has the details. #shorts #bbcafrica #ghanaelection Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

The BBC's Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet has recently returned from Sudan. It's her second visit to the country since April 2023, when the war broke out between the government army and the paramilitary group, the RSF. Lyse says, the humanitarian sitaution in the country is far worse now than it's ever been. She met and spoke to people displaced by the conflict, including women and children and entreprenuers and bankers too. Also, Zimbabwe's High court rules against a law that denies abortion to children and women raped in marriage or in cases of incest And a journey into the Congo Basin where more than 700 new species have been discovered! 00:01 Intro 00:51 Zimbabwe's abortion law 08:08 Why are people protesting over a gang rape in country which doesn't recognise rape as a crime? 14:20 700 new species discovered #focusonafricapodcast #focusonafricathepodcast Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

#ghanaelection #shorts #bbcafrica Ghanaians are going to the polls this Saturday with people spending hours in cues to cast their votes. One of Africa's most stable democracies is undergoing a huge economic crisis. Whoever emerges as a winner from the polls in this presidential election will have a daunting task ahead, as BBC Africa’s Thomas Naadi reports. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Namibia has elected its first female president, who is she, and what cultural and political obstacles will she need to overcome? How the rape of a woman in Mauritania has sparked national protests and reflection As surrogacy becomes common in Nigeria, there is a new bill to regulate the practice. 00:01 Intro 00:56 What challenges for Namibia's first female president? 08:37 Why are people protesting over a gang rape in country which doesn't recognise rape as a crime? 15:44 How surrogacy became common in Nigeria? #focusonafricapodcast #focusonafricathepodcast Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

Ghanaians are preparing to vote in their presidential election this Saturday. The election is being contested between vice-president Mahamudu Bawumia and former president John Mahama. What are the key issues voters will be focusing on? Also, Sierra Leone's desire to return to being a rice exporter, instead of importing the country's most favourite food. And French President Macron's pivot towards anglophone countries in Africa. 00:01 Intro 01:01 Ghana Elections. What's at stake? 07:53 Why do people in Sierra Leone eat more imported rice then locally grown? 15:45 Why is Africa looking for new friends in Africa? Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/

More than 100 countries around the world have gone to the polls this year. On 7 December, Ghana will vote to elect their new president and members of parliament. The BBC’s Daniel Dadzie has looked at three key issues the new president will have to tackle. #Ghana #Ghanaelection #BBC Africa Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/