Africa

World

Malian refugees in Mauritania: education in an emergency context

In partnership with The European Commission

Aid Zone travels to the Mbera refugee camp in Mauritania to see what is being done to educate the refugee minors from Mali in order to protect them from early forced marriage and child labour.

21/02/2019

World

United Nations says Mauritania urgently needs funds to deal with ongoing refugee crisis

The United Nations says Mauritania in northwest Africa urgently needs funds to deal with a growing refugee crisis. Thousands of people are arriving from neighbouring Mali to escape an extreme interpretation of Islam and inter-ethnic violence.

21/02/2019

Egypt

Skydivers soar over Egyptian Pyramids

The skydiving festival, now in its fourth year, will see 140 participants from 32 countries take flight over Giza's landmarks.

20/02/2019

Angola

Diamond Ambitions: Angola aims to boost gem production with freer market

In partnership with aipex

In this episode, the Business Angola team visit Cuango in eastern Angola to get a rare glimpse at how diamonds are mined.

20/02/2019

Egypt

Egyptian lawmakers back changes that could keep Sisi in power til 2034

Egyptian lawmakers back changes that could keep Sisi in power til 2034

15/02/2019

Kenya

Rare black leopards captured on camera in Kenya

The new images prove the elusive feline is alive and well.

14/02/2019

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Newborn baby rescued from storm drain in South Africa

Rescue workers in South Africa pulled a newborn baby from a storm drain in a four-hour operation that ended with applause and cheers from onlookers.

12/02/2019

World

Congolese entrepreneurs revolutionise driving, footwear industries

What if you could learn how to drive from the comfort of your home? A group of entrepreneurs in the Republic of Congo have figured this out, to the delight of their customers.

11/02/2019

Uganda

Uganda's plan to attract tourists with 'curvy women' stirs outcry

Uganda's plan to attract tourists with 'curvy women' stirs outcry

08/02/2019

Chad

French fighter jets bomb Chadian rebels in support of Deby's regime

Deby's regime is widely perceived by its Western allies as a key partner in the fight against Islamic terror groups, which is why he has retained their support thus far.

07/02/2019

Angola

Angola's tourism: wildlife and surfing safaris with investor potential

In partnership with aipex

In this episode of Business Angola we take a road trip south of the capital Luanda to discover a pristine region with stunning geography, intimate resorts, a huge wildlife reserve and a surfing beach.

06/02/2019

World

Egypt moves fashion forward for plus sized women

Young designers are challenging style norms in Egypt by promoting body positive clothing and catering to plus-size women.

01/02/2019

World

Millions displaced in Ethiopia: a forgotten crisis

In partnership with The European Commission

The EU has stepped up support as millions flee inter-ethnic violence.

31/01/2019

World

Ethiopia: an under-reported humanitarian crisis

With three million internally displaced people, Ethiopia is going through one of the most severe - and under-reported - humanitarian crises in the world. One of the biggest camps is Qoloji, in that camp are mostly ethnic Somalis fleeing persecution.

31/01/2019

Djibouti

As many as 130 migrants feared drowned in shipwrecks off Djibouti

It is feared that around 130 migrants have drowned in shipwrecks off Djibouti, according to the United Nations migration agency.

29/01/2019

Egypt

Macron presses Egypt's Al-Sisi on human rights during official visit

French president Emmanuel Macron has said that stability and human rights are necessary in Egypt

28/01/2019

Africanews

"Africa's future begins now!" [Inspire Africa]

During the International Conference on the Emergence of Africa in Dakar, Hannane sat down with UNDP's Abdoulaye Mar Dieye.

28/01/2019

World News

How African citizens protect themselves against Internet shutdowns

The governments of several African countries are using Internet shutdowns more and more to control what people say or do online. How can regular citizens defend themselves?

26/01/2019

Living

Can plastic bottles be the "new Egyptian cotton"?

An Egyptian factory uses recycled plastic bottles to produce polyester fibre as a cheaper alternative to cotton, after the country's cotton crop witnessed many hiccups.

25/01/2019

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Moroccan female skater goes against the tide

A pair of skates given to then 10-year-old Douaa Elhadri as a gift from her uncle ended up changing the young Moroccan's life.

24/01/2019

Angola

Angola to diversify market outside oil

In partnership with aipex

Angola to diversify market outside oil

23/01/2019

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Pigeon keepers display exotic breeds at Egypt show

With puffed chests and ruffled feathers, some of the rarest and fanciest pigeons in Egypt are gathered at an event in Cairo.

21/01/2019

Zimbabwe

Zimbabweans told to keep off streets as government cracks down on protests

At least three killed as fuel price demonstrations turn violent

21/01/2019

Democratic Republic Of Congo

Congolese constitutional court rejects challenge by opposition

Martin Fayulu has called for protests after the Congolese constitutional court rejected a challenge to the election results.

20/01/2019

Mauritania

Watch: Desert train of Mauritania running again after 10 years

After a 10-year hiatus, the desert train of Mauritania is up and running

18/01/2019

World News

Watch: Portuguese paras raid rebel base in Central African Republic

Spectacular video footage from the Portuguese armed forces shows how a battle between paratroopers and rebels unfolded in the Central African Republic.

18/01/2019