最高の Africa News ポッドキャスト (2024)

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Africa News Tonight: Diplomats push for Gaza ceasefire, hundreds of parties vie in South Africa election, Egyptian tribes unite in new force - May 07, 2024 24:55

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The United States and other countries are pushing ahead with diplomatic efforts to establish a cease-fire between Israel and the militant Hamas group, as Israel threatens an assault on the Gaza city of Rafah. Hundreds of political parties and independent candidates have registered for South Africa’s election on May 29, as the ruling African Nationa…

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Liberia's President Joseph Boakai to Set Up First War Crimes Court 1:33

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Liberian President Joseph Boakai has signed an executive order to establish the country's first war crimes court, more than 20 years after the end of two civil wars which killed 250,000 people. Mr Boakai said Liberia had endured downpours of agony. The 1989-2003 conflicts saw atrocities including mass killings, rape and the forced recruitment of ch…

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From Weekend Anglers to Protea Anglers (EXPERT SERIES) 22:19

2d ago22:19

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What does it take to become a Protea Angler? This episode features an interview with South Africa's Protea anglers, Saffiya and Hajra Ahmod, discussing their journey from early family fishing outings to representing their country on the international stage. They delve into the challenges of funding, the male-dominated nature of the sport, and the i…

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Africa News Tonight: Chad voting wraps up, Nigeria cracks down on electoral fraud, advocacy group warns press freedom at risk in Sahel - May 06, 2024 24:55

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Chad’s presidential election concludes today with civilians going to the polls, a day after members of the military cast their ballots. Nigeria is cracking down on electoral fraud, marking a turning point for African democracy. Advocacy group Reporters Without Borders says limits on political coverage has a chilling effect on journalists in Africa,…

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Chad Presidential Vote Set to End Military Rule 0:58

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Chad is set to become the first of Africa's current junta-led states to move to democratic rule with Monday's presidential vote. It will end a three-year transition imposed after the sudden death of long-serving leader Idriss Deby Itno while fighting rebels. Prime Minister Succès Masra is among his nine challengers and is seen as his biggest rival.…

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Nigerian Airports Authority to Cut Physical Security Checks At Airports 1:02

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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria says it has concluded plans with the Office of the National Security Adviser to reduce the number of security checkpoints at the country’s airports. The Managing Director of FAAN, Olubunmi Kuku says the agency and the office of the NSA have agreed to carry out short and long-term measures to address the iss…

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Socio-Economic Rights Group Sues Nigerian Governors over $4.6bn Loans 1:05

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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has filed a lawsuit against the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Also joined in the suit were the 36 state governors over over their failure to account for and publish the agreements of the N5.9 trillion and $4.6 billion loans obtained…

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Nigeran State Lays Foundation for ₦15bn Interchange Bridge 1:09

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Governor Abba Yusuf has laid the foundation for a ₦15bn three-layer interchange bridge at Kofar Dan’agundi in a move to transform Kano into a mega city, and alleviate traffic congestion, Governor Yusuf emphasised the significance of enhancing traffic flow to elevate Kano’s status to that of a mega city. The project, awarded to CCG Nigeria Limited i…

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Africa News Tonight: Deby expected to win Chad vote, nations block news outlets for critical reports, Trump vows travel ban if re-elected - May 03, 2024 24:55

4d ago24:55

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Chad’s election on Monday is almost certain to result in victory for transitional president and military leader Mahamat Idriss Déby, some analysts say. Some Sahel states favor restrictions on news media for reporting security-related stories that governments do not like. Presumed Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump says if elected he would…

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Africa News Tonight: Upbeat outlook for African economies, Russian forces seen in Libya, South African whistleblowers penalized - May 02, 2024 24:55

5d ago24:55

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In its 2024 economic outlook for sub-Saharan Africa, the Bretton Wood Institution says it is upbeat about a good regional economic recovery but adds that growth has been more sluggish than expected. There are reports that Russian cargo planes were seen offloading scores of soldiers at Brak al-Shati, while cargo ships carrying equipment docked at th…

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The Big Catch Week - KZN REPORT (2 MAY '24) 29:44

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It has been another bumper week of fishing in KZN. Anglers have experienced a variety of fish species, offering a mere taste of what's to come as we approach the end of summer. Edible bait is becoming more prevalent, while sharks are finally giving offshore anglers a fighting chance. As for freshwater, trout fishing appears to be hot this week. Off…

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Africa News Tonight: Zuma aims to shake up South African election, Cameroon workers protest on May Day, Malawi urged to fight corruption - May 01, 2024 24:55

6d ago24:55

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Former South African President Jacob Zuma has thrown his political weight behind a fresh rival to the ruling African National Congress, and adds more unpredictability to the elections. To mark Labor Day in Cameroon, hundreds of thousands of workers march against abuses they say include illegal dismissals and failure to pay the $70 monthly minimum w…

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Africa News Tonight: Kenya orders flood evacuations, Mali says it killed Islamic State commander, US discusses Niger troop withdrawal - April 30, 2024 24:55

7d ago24:55

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Kenyan President William Ruto today led an emergency cabinet meeting to plan the government's response to the floods and ordered mandatory evacuations from at-risk areas. Mali’s military government says its forces have killed a senior Islamic State commander, Abu Huzeifa, during a joint operation with Burkina Faso and Niger. U.S. officials are nego…

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Africa News Tonight: Flood toll rises in East Africa, AU concerned about northern Ethiopia tensions, plastic pollution growing in Africa - April 29, 2024 24:55

8d ago24:55

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Heavy rains continue to pound a large portion of East Africa, causing death and devastation, with Kenya and Tanzania reporting nearly 250 deaths. The African Union has said it is deeply concerned about "escalating tensions between local communities" in a disputed area of northern Ethiopia and asked all parties to halt hostilities. African nations a…

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Japan’s Yen Plunges to Lowest Level Against the Dollar Since 1990 1:25

8d ago1:25

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The Japanese yen has slumped to a 34-year low against the United States dollar. The yen on Monday sank to 160.17 per dollar, the lowest since April 1990, prompting speculation that Japanese authorities would intervene to prop up the currency for the first time since late 2022. The yen has been on a continual slide since early 2021 as the Bank of Ja…

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Dubai Announces $35bn Construction of World’s Largest Airport Terminal 0:55

8d ago0:55

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Dubai has started work on a $35bn airport terminal that is set to have the world’s largest capacity upon completion, the emirate’s ruler has said. Dubai’s Prime Minister and Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the new terminal would be five times the size of the current Dubai International Airport and handle up to 260 mil…

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Burkina Faso Bans More Foreign Media Over Human Report 1:09

8d ago1:09

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Burkina Faso’s media regulator has suspended more international media outlets over their coverage of a report accusing the Burkinabè army of killing civilians. The military government has now banned the French network TV-Cinq and the websites of Le Monde and the Guardian, as well as the German broadcaster, Deutsche Welle. The suspension comes days …

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African Leaders Gather In Nairobi for World Bank Summit 1:13

8d ago1:13

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Several African leaders are gathering in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, for the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA21) summit. The two-day summit aims to address development challenges on the continent and work towards creating prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable economies. The IDA is the part of the World Bank that helps the worl…

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Nigerian Government Plans GIS Unit to Resolve Boundary Disputes 0:54

8d ago0:54

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The Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation has pledged to deploy a Geographical Information System expert for the Border Communities Development Agency to help establish its GIS unit. The Surveyor General of the Federation, Abuduganiyu Adebomehin, reassured the agency of his support and collaboration in the areas of mapping, identificatio…

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Fuel Subsidy Removal Necessary for Nigeria not to go Bankrupt 0:56

8d ago0:56

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President Bola Tinubu has insisted that his administration’s decision to remove the petrol subsidy was vital to prevent the country from going bankrupt. Tinubu justified the petrol subsidy removal, maintaining that it was needed to reset the economy. He says Nigeria is immensely consistent with the belief that economic collaboration and inclusivene…

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Nigerian Government Secures $600m Deal for Nigerian Ports 1:09

8d ago1:09

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President Bola Tinubu has secured a $600m investment from Danish shipping and logistics firm A.P Moller-Maersk with a deal to help in expanding port infrastructure to accommodate more container shipping services in Nigerian ports. Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale says there was a need to expand the port infrastructure, especially in Lagos, wher…

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Mastering the wind: Fishing secrets revealed (EXPERT SERIES) 23:31

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This episode delves into the significance of winds in fishing, emphasizing how winds influence water conditions and affect the behavior of various fish species. The discussion covers the role of different wind directions, such as northeast and southwest, in determining water clarity, temperature, and the presence of nutrients. This episode also hig…

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Africa News Tonight: Calls to end violence in Sudan’s El-Fasher, El Nino factor in floods, drought, talks set stage for new Gabon government - April 26, 2024 24:55

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The United Nations high commissioner for human right is urging Sudan’s warring parties to immediately de-escalate the violence in and around El-Fasher city in northern Darfur, which has killed dozens of civilians. El Nino may contribute to floods that have killed at more than 220 people in Kenya and Tanzania, and to the drought pushing Malawi, Zamb…

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The best weekend of the season! – KZN REPORT (26 Apr 24) 32:02

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This week we have felt a wind sent by the fishing gods to bless KZN with an abundance of catches. Despite the touch of an early morning winter bite, anglers are still enjoying the spoils of the summer species with South Coast, Kingsburgh and Durban reaping the rewards from these conditions from all facets of fishing. On the Offshore side: The offsh…

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Africa News Tonight: US, Niger discuss troop withdrawal, Russian forces head to Niger, pro-Palestinian protests spread at US universities - April 25, 2024 24:55

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U.S. and Niger officials are meeting today to discuss the withdrawal of American forces from the military-ruled country. Since their military coup, Niger’s new leaders have pursued closer ties with Russia, mirroring neighboring Mali and Burkina Faso, where Russian military forces have established a presence. In the U.S., university students are dem…

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Africa News Tonight: Botswana rejects UK asylum plan, analyst suggests UK politics may end Rwanda plan, group warns on Tunisia press freedom - April 24, 2024 24:55

13d ago24:55

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Botswana says it rejected a proposal to accept asylum-seekers from Britain, an arrangement similar to the one that Rwanda has agreed to. A British analyst says the Labour Party could end the Rwanda asylum plan if it comes to power. Reporters Without Borders ranked Tunisia as 121st out of 180 countries in its freedom of the press index for 2023.…

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Africa News Tonight - April 23, 2024 24:47

14d ago24:47

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Africa News Tonight is a lively news magazine show featuring VOA correspondent reports, interviews with African officials, opposition leaders, NGOs and human rights activists. News feature stories look at science and technology, environmental issues, humanitarian topics, and the African diaspora.VOA Africa による

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Biden Urged to Ban China-made Electric Vehicles 1:01

15d ago1:01

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President Joe Biden has been urged to ban imports of Chinese-made electric cars to the US. The chair of the Senate Banking Committee, Senator Sherrod Brown, wrote that Chinese electric vehicles are an existential threat to the American auto industry. The White House earlier said the US was opening an investigation into whether Chinese cars pose a n…

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Africa News Tonight: ANC loses suit against Zuma’s MK party, Cameroon opposition launches voter campaign, IMF urges fiscal resilience - April 22, 2024 24:56

15d ago24:56

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Former South African President Jacob Zuma and his new Umkhonto Wesizwe party have survived an attempt to stop the use of the party’s name and its logo. Cameroon’s opposition and civil society have launched a mass campaign to combat voter apathy. The International Monetary Fund has made an urgent appeal to countries to build fiscal resilience so the…

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Togo Passes Laws Removing President's Term Limits 0:52

15d ago0:52

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Togo's parliament has given final approval to a new constitution extending the president's term after critics denounced the move as a coup. The West African country will move from a presidential to a parliamentary system. President Faure Gnassingbé's supporters argue the changes reduce his powers by transforming the presidency into a ceremonial rol…

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South Africa Scraps Controversial E-toll System in Gauteng 0:54

15d ago0:54

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Gauteng province, home to South Africa's major cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria, has officially scrapped tolls on freeways, ending more than a decade of public defiance. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says that removing the charges would bring much-needed relief to the people of Gauteng who have had to bear the brunt of paying e-tolls. Transport…

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US Agrees to pull Troops out of Niger 1:01

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Military leaders in the West African nation have sought closer ties with Russia since seizing power in a coup last year. The US also announced that it had agreed to close down its drone base near Agadez, in the Sahara Desert. The US has relied on Niger as its primary base for monitoring regional jihadist activity. Niger has also distanced itself fr…

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Ethiopia to Launch National Sex Offence Register 1:01

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Ethiopia's first-ever sexual violence registration system is in the works and set to start operations next year, the government has said. The system which aims to prevent and respond to sexual violence against women and children is hoped to make an impact in a country where prosecuting gender-based violence is a major challenge. The anticipated sys…

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