Published February 7, 2024

From Crises in ECOWAS and Zimbabwe's Opposition, to a fine example of African leadership,we salute Namibia's former president. Ghana limbers up for elections and why South African/Nigerian rivalry is about more than just football.

By M Dennis

African Politics
African Politics
African Politics
African Politics

Or listen on:

We examine the state of ECOWAS as Senegal postpones elections and as 3 Sahelian states announce their decision to leave. ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Dr Abdel Fatau Musah admits that sanctions against Niger were not well handled and says there's now a need for dialogue to get the three countries back.

Former top-tier ZANU PF member turned independent presidential contender, Saviour Kasukuwere tells us about the shrinking democratic space in Zimbabwe and where he thinks Nelson Chamisa went wrong with his CCC Party.

As AFCON reaches its finale, renowned sports journalist, Gary Al Smith explains why minnows, Cabo Verde have done so well in the tournament and gives us insight into the rivalry between Nigeria and South Africa - it's about more than just football.

Plus, Donu tells us why so many people have been moved by the death of Namibian president Hage Geingob.

And Patrick surveys the candidates in Ghana's forthcoming presidential election.



We examine the state of ECOWAS as Senegal postpones elections and as 3 Sahelian states announce their decision to leave. ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Dr Abdel Fatau Musah admits that sanctions against Niger were not well handled and says there's now a need for dialogue to get the three countries back.

Former top-tier ZANU PF member turned independent presidential contender, Saviour Kasukuwere tells us about the shrinking democratic space in Zimbabwe and where he thinks Nelson Chamisa went wrong with his CCC Party.

As AFCON reaches its finale, renowned sports journalist, Gary Al Smith explains why minnows, Cabo Verde have done so well in the tournament and gives us insight into the rivalry between Nigeria and South Africa - it's about more than just football.

Plus, Donu tells us why so many people have been moved by the death of Namibian president Hage Geingob.

And Patrick surveys the candidates in Ghana's forthcoming presidential election.



We examine the state of ECOWAS as Senegal postpones elections and as 3 Sahelian states announce their decision to leave. ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Dr Abdel Fatau Musah admits that sanctions against Niger were not well handled and says there's now a need for dialogue to get the three countries back.

Former top-tier ZANU PF member turned independent presidential contender, Saviour Kasukuwere tells us about the shrinking democratic space in Zimbabwe and where he thinks Nelson Chamisa went wrong with his CCC Party.

As AFCON reaches its finale, renowned sports journalist, Gary Al Smith explains why minnows, Cabo Verde have done so well in the tournament and gives us insight into the rivalry between Nigeria and South Africa - it's about more than just football.

Plus, Donu tells us why so many people have been moved by the death of Namibian president Hage Geingob.

And Patrick surveys the candidates in Ghana's forthcoming presidential election.



We examine the state of ECOWAS as Senegal postpones elections and as 3 Sahelian states announce their decision to leave. ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Dr Abdel Fatau Musah admits that sanctions against Niger were not well handled and says there's now a need for dialogue to get the three countries back.

Former top-tier ZANU PF member turned independent presidential contender, Saviour Kasukuwere tells us about the shrinking democratic space in Zimbabwe and where he thinks Nelson Chamisa went wrong with his CCC Party.

As AFCON reaches its finale, renowned sports journalist, Gary Al Smith explains why minnows, Cabo Verde have done so well in the tournament and gives us insight into the rivalry between Nigeria and South Africa - it's about more than just football.

Plus, Donu tells us why so many people have been moved by the death of Namibian president Hage Geingob.

And Patrick surveys the candidates in Ghana's forthcoming presidential election.



More episodes

Hopewell Chin'ono and Ecowas

Listen now

Ecowas’ Uncertain Future, Zim's Daddy Hope raps for Gen Z & Sierra Leone's education app
MD
Hopewell Chin'ono and Ecowas

Listen now

Ecowas’ Uncertain Future, Zim's Daddy Hope raps for Gen Z & Sierra Leone's education app
MD
Hopewell Chin'ono and Ecowas

Listen now

Ecowas’ Uncertain Future, Zim's Daddy Hope raps for Gen Z & Sierra Leone's education app
MD
Hopewell Chin'ono and Ecowas

Listen now

Ecowas’ Uncertain Future, Zim's Daddy Hope raps for Gen Z & Sierra Leone's education app
MD
Podcast about Somalia and Malawi.  Africa here and now political podcast

Listen now

Is Somalia at a turning point? How can tech and AI benefit ordinary Malawians?
MD
Podcast about Somalia and Malawi.  Africa here and now political podcast

Listen now

Is Somalia at a turning point? How can tech and AI benefit ordinary Malawians?
MD
Podcast about Somalia and Malawi.  Africa here and now political podcast

Listen now

Is Somalia at a turning point? How can tech and AI benefit ordinary Malawians?
MD
Podcast about Somalia and Malawi.  Africa here and now political podcast

Listen now

Is Somalia at a turning point? How can tech and AI benefit ordinary Malawians?
MD