Today is Independence Day in Senegal, but not everybody is celebrating.
The day is being snubbed by the Yewwi Askan Wi opposition coalition.
Last week, opposition supporters staged protests ahead of the trial of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko.
On Sunday, he was found guilty of libel against Tourism Minister Mame Mbaye Niang, who he had accused of embezzlem ... Show More
Oct 3
Focus on Africa: Can Botswana continue to depend on its diamond industry?
In an exclusive interview with the BBC's Waihiga Mwaura, Botswana's President Duma Boko, outlines his plan to reduce his country's reliance on the diamond industry amid falling global demand, and how he is pushing for a 0% tariff deal with the US.Guinea is showing signs of econom ... Show More
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Apr 2023
Is the conviction of Rahul Gandhi a turning point for India?
The de facto leader of India's opposition, Rahul Gandhi, has been stripped of his seat in parliament and is facing two years in prison for allegedly defaming Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gandhi has lodged an appeal, and is out on bail until a hearing on April 13. Fourteen opposi ... Show More
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