http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/focusonafricaAfrican news and analysis from the BBC's Focus on Africa and Network Africa programmes; the Africa Today podcast contains the day's top stories from the continent - available to download Monday to Friday from 1630 GMT.African news and analysis from the BBC's Focus on Africa and Network Africa programmes; the Africa Today podcast contains the day's top stories from the continent - available to download Monday to Friday from 1630 GMT.BBC World ServiceBBCpodcast.support@bbc.co.uken-gb720http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/assets/artwork/266/africa.jpghttp://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/focusonafrica(C) BBC 2012Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:58:12 +0000Focus, Africa, network, dumor, Mundea, nkhandu,Focus, Africa, network, dumor, Mundea, nkhandu,nononadultThe Tuareg rebellion in Mali spurs the exodus of thousands of people fleeing for their life. The British are taking a growing interest in Somalia. But why now? And we meet N'Kashh, an albino rapper from the Democratic Republic of Congo.The Tuareg rebellion in Mali spurs the exodus of thousands of people fleeing for their life. The British are taking a growing interest in Somalia. But why now? And we meet N'Kashh, an albino rapper from the Democratic Republic of Congo....The Tuareg rebellion in Mali spurs the exodus of thousands of people fleeing for their life. The British are taking a growing interest in Somalia. But why now? And we meet N'Kashh, an albino rapper from the Democratic Republic of Congo.Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:25:00 +000016:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120209-1525.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120209-1525a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe world is warned that it is race against time to avert hunger in the Sahel region. A new regional authority is launched as part of the peace process in Darfur. Somaliland agrees to attend a peace conference on Somalia - so will it help? And we speak to Cameroonian musician Manu Dibango.The world is warned that it is race against time to avert hunger in the Sahel region. A new regional authority is launched as part of the peace process in Darfur. Somaliland agrees to attend a peace conference on Somalia - so will it help? And we...The world is warned that it is race against time to avert hunger in the Sahel region. A new regional authority is launched as part of the peace process in Darfur. Somaliland agrees to attend a peace conference on Somalia - so will it help? And we speak to Cameroonian musician Manu Dibango.Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:13:00 +000016:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120208-1613.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120208-1613a.mp3BBC World ServiceMilitary targets attacked in multiple bomb blasts in Kaduna, northern Nigeria. The new Tuareg rebellion in Mali: what should the government do? How the police is trying to control traffic in the Somali capital? And is the English writer Charles Dickens still relevant to Africa?Military targets attacked in multiple bomb blasts in Kaduna, northern Nigeria. The new Tuareg rebellion in Mali: what should the government do? How the police is trying to control traffic in the Somali capital? And is the English writer Charles...Military targets attacked in multiple bomb blasts in Kaduna, northern Nigeria. The new Tuareg rebellion in Mali: what should the government do? How the police is trying to control traffic in the Somali capital? And is the English writer Charles Dickens still relevant to Africa?Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:52:00 +000018:17http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120207-1552.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120207-1552a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe government of Somalia starts to evict thousands of squatters from public buildings - where will the displaced go? Street vendors fight police in Malawi. There is a gold rush in Burundi. And the South African musician that claims to have returned from the dead.The government of Somalia starts to evict thousands of squatters from public buildings - where will the displaced go? Street vendors fight police in Malawi. There is a gold rush in Burundi. And the South African musician that claims to have returned...The government of Somalia starts to evict thousands of squatters from public buildings - where will the displaced go? Street vendors fight police in Malawi. There is a gold rush in Burundi. And the South African musician that claims to have returned from the dead.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:14:00 +000014:34http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120206-1614.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120206-1614a.mp3BBC World ServiceCarnage at a peace meeting in South Sudan. More violent protests in Egypt following deadly soccer riots. And famine is ended in Somalia - says the UN - so should people go back to their homes?Carnage at a peace meeting in South Sudan. More violent protests in Egypt following deadly soccer riots. And famine is ended in Somalia - says the UN - so should people go back to their homes?...Carnage at a peace meeting in South Sudan. More violent protests in Egypt following deadly soccer riots. And famine is ended in Somalia - says the UN - so should people go back to their homes?Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:13:00 +000015:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120203-1913.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120203-1913d.mp3BBC World Service74 die in Egypt football riot. Tuareg fighting escalates in Mali. And a new campaign to clean up Algeria's beaches.74 die in Egypt football riot. Tuareg fighting escalates in Mali. And a new campaign to clean up Algeria's beaches....74 die in Egypt football riot. Tuareg fighting escalates in Mali. And a new campaign to clean up Algeria's beaches.Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:54:00 +000019:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120202-1554.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120202-1554b.mp3BBC World ServiceChristmas Day bomb victims buried in Nigeria. Tuareg refugees flee clashes in Mali. And Olusegun Obasanjo cautions sit-tight leaders.Christmas Day bomb victims buried in Nigeria. Tuareg refugees flee clashes in Mali. And Olusegun Obasanjo cautions sit-tight leaders....Christmas Day bomb victims buried in Nigeria. Tuareg refugees flee clashes in Mali. And Olusegun Obasanjo cautions sit-tight leaders.Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:52:00 +000018:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120201-1552.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120201-1552b.mp3BBC World ServiceProtests in Senegal, gay rights in Liberia and a Kenyan oil spill.Protests in Senegal, gay rights in Liberia and a Kenyan oil spill....Protests in Senegal, gay rights in Liberia and a Kenyan oil spill.Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:45:00 +000013:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120131-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120131-1645a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe opposition in Senegal are adamant that they will rally against President Wade's re-election bid. Jean Ping remains chairman of the African Union after indecision in a vote to elect a new head. And concern in Kenya over the funding for HIV programmes.The opposition in Senegal are adamant that they will rally against President Wade's re-election bid. Jean Ping remains chairman of the African Union after indecision in a vote to elect a new head. And concern in Kenya over the funding for HIV...The opposition in Senegal are adamant that they will rally against President Wade's re-election bid. Jean Ping remains chairman of the African Union after indecision in a vote to elect a new head. And concern in Kenya over the funding for HIV programmes.Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:58:00 +000016:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120130-1158.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120130-1158a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe presidents of Sudan and South Sudan in face-to-face oil crisis talks. Mali say al-Qaeda in the Maghreb are behind new Tuareg rebel attacks. And should gospel singers spread their soulful message in nightclubs?The presidents of Sudan and South Sudan in face-to-face oil crisis talks. Mali say al-Qaeda in the Maghreb are behind new Tuareg rebel attacks. And should gospel singers spread their soulful message in nightclubs?...The presidents of Sudan and South Sudan in face-to-face oil crisis talks. Mali say al-Qaeda in the Maghreb are behind new Tuareg rebel attacks. And should gospel singers spread their soulful message in nightclubs?Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:21:00 +000015:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120127-1521.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120127-1521a.mp3BBC World ServiceKenya's finance minister resigns more than three days after he is told he has a case to answer in the International Criminal Court. Another African Union meeting on Somalia but will more Burundian troops make any difference? And the Nigerian central bank governor's blunt take on the country's economy.Kenya's finance minister resigns more than three days after he is told he has a case to answer in the International Criminal Court. Another African Union meeting on Somalia but will more Burundian troops make any difference? And the Nigerian central...Kenya's finance minister resigns more than three days after he is told he has a case to answer in the International Criminal Court. Another African Union meeting on Somalia but will more Burundian troops make any difference? And the Nigerian central bank governor's blunt take on the country's economy.Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:56:00 +000017:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120126-1456.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120126-1456b.mp3BBC World ServiceEgyptians mark a year since the start of the uprising that removed their president. Ivory Coast's President Alassane Ouattara jets into France. And can the Africa Cup of nations rehabilitate Equatorial Guinea's image?Egyptians mark a year since the start of the uprising that removed their president. Ivory Coast's President Alassane Ouattara jets into France. And can the Africa Cup of nations rehabilitate Equatorial Guinea's image?...Egyptians mark a year since the start of the uprising that removed their president. Ivory Coast's President Alassane Ouattara jets into France. And can the Africa Cup of nations rehabilitate Equatorial Guinea's image?Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:12:00 +000017:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120125-1312.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120125-1312b.mp3BBC World ServiceFour will be sent to the International Criminal Court but what about the hundreds accused of involvement in post-election violence in Kenya? The Rwandan government say a genocide suspect deported from Canada will receive a fair hearing. And Egypt's generals say the state of emergency will be lifted.Four will be sent to the International Criminal Court but what about the hundreds accused of involvement in post-election violence in Kenya? The Rwandan government say a genocide suspect deported from Canada will receive a fair hearing. And Egypt's...Four will be sent to the International Criminal Court but what about the hundreds accused of involvement in post-election violence in Kenya? The Rwandan government say a genocide suspect deported from Canada will receive a fair hearing. And Egypt's generals say the state of emergency will be lifted.Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:48:00 +000017:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120124-1548.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120124-1548a.mp3BBC World ServiceKenyan presidential candidates, Uhuru Kenyatta and William Ruto, are among four prominent Kenyans who have a case to answer in the International Criminal Court. The military is still in charge - but Egypt's parliament opens for business. And how do cash strapped African film-makers get a leg up in the movie business?Kenyan presidential candidates, Uhuru Kenyatta and William Ruto, are among four prominent Kenyans who have a case to answer in the International Criminal Court. The military is still in charge - but Egypt's parliament opens for business. And how do...Kenyan presidential candidates, Uhuru Kenyatta and William Ruto, are among four prominent Kenyans who have a case to answer in the International Criminal Court. The military is still in charge - but Egypt's parliament opens for business. And how do cash strapped African film-makers get a leg up in the movie business?Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:47:00 +000017:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120123-1447.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120123-1447a.mp3BBC World ServiceSouth Sudan accuses Khartoum of stealing its oil and orders its wells to be shut down. Malawian women demand the right to wear trousers in peace. And who is your favourite to win the Africa Cup of Nations? We star gaze on the eve of the African football fiesta.South Sudan accuses Khartoum of stealing its oil and orders its wells to be shut down. Malawian women demand the right to wear trousers in peace. And who is your favourite to win the Africa Cup of Nations? We star gaze on the eve of the African...South Sudan accuses Khartoum of stealing its oil and orders its wells to be shut down. Malawian women demand the right to wear trousers in peace. And who is your favourite to win the Africa Cup of Nations? We star gaze on the eve of the African football fiesta.Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:26:00 +000016:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120120-1526.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120120-1526b.mp3BBC World ServiceThe aid agency MSF closes down two health centres in Mogadishu. Uganda's opposition leader, Kizza Besigye, is arrested once again. And Kenya's finance minister, Uhuru Kenyatta, on his mood as he awaits an International Criminal Court decision.The aid agency MSF closes down two health centres in Mogadishu. Uganda's opposition leader, Kizza Besigye, is arrested once again. And Kenya's finance minister, Uhuru Kenyatta, on his mood as he awaits an International Criminal Court decision....The aid agency MSF closes down two health centres in Mogadishu. Uganda's opposition leader, Kizza Besigye, is arrested once again. And Kenya's finance minister, Uhuru Kenyatta, on his mood as he awaits an International Criminal Court decision.Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:23:00 +000016:16http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120119-1523.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120119-1523c.mp3BBC World ServiceNigeria's police under fire as the main Christmas Day bombing suspect escapes after being arrested at a governor's home. A cyber attack against Kenyan government internet sites - how seriously is internet security taken? And the impact of the conflict in South Sudan's Jonglei state.Nigeria's police under fire as the main Christmas Day bombing suspect escapes after being arrested at a governor's home. A cyber attack against Kenyan government internet sites - how seriously is internet security taken? And the impact of the conflict...Nigeria's police under fire as the main Christmas Day bombing suspect escapes after being arrested at a governor's home. A cyber attack against Kenyan government internet sites - how seriously is internet security taken? And the impact of the conflict in South Sudan's Jonglei state.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:40:00 +000016:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120118-1440.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120118-1440b.mp3BBC World ServiceAs talks over sharing oil revenue start can Juba and Khartoum find agreement? We hear from South Sudan. After days of mass protests is it back to work for some in Nigeria? And a new report details the dangers of fake anti-malarial drugs - but what's being done to fight the problem?As talks over sharing oil revenue start can Juba and Khartoum find agreement? We hear from South Sudan. After days of mass protests is it back to work for some in Nigeria? And a new report details the dangers of fake anti-malarial drugs - but what's...As talks over sharing oil revenue start can Juba and Khartoum find agreement? We hear from South Sudan. After days of mass protests is it back to work for some in Nigeria? And a new report details the dangers of fake anti-malarial drugs - but what's being done to fight the problem?Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:53:00 +000017:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120117-1553.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120117-1553a.mp3BBC World ServiceNigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan says fuel subsidies will partially be reintroduced. Liberia's Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf is sworn in for a second term as president. And Zambian singer Theresa Ng'ambi Jere tells us why her traditional music roots inspire her.Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan says fuel subsidies will partially be reintroduced. Liberia's Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf is sworn in for a second term as president. And Zambian singer Theresa Ng'ambi Jere tells us why her traditional music roots...Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan says fuel subsidies will partially be reintroduced. Liberia's Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf is sworn in for a second term as president. And Zambian singer Theresa Ng'ambi Jere tells us why her traditional music roots inspire her.Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:56:00 +000017:25http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120116-1556.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120116-1556a.mp3BBC World ServiceIn Rwanda: sentencing for more than 20 men found guilty of terrorism and murder. A much anticipated court ruling in Kenya over when the next general election should be held. In Nigeria crucial talks between government and labour over a crippling strike. And Sudan's 100,000-strong Eritrean refugee population.In Rwanda: sentencing for more than 20 men found guilty of terrorism and murder. A much anticipated court ruling in Kenya over when the next general election should be held. In Nigeria crucial talks between government and labour over a crippling...In Rwanda: sentencing for more than 20 men found guilty of terrorism and murder. A much anticipated court ruling in Kenya over when the next general election should be held. In Nigeria crucial talks between government and labour over a crippling strike. And Sudan's 100,000-strong Eritrean refugee population.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:42:00 +000017:16http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120113-1542.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120113-1542a.mp3BBC World ServiceNigeria's biggest oil workers union threatens to shut down oil production over the fuel subsidy issue. Uganda's government announces it has abolished electricity subsidies paid to power generating companies. The Red Cross halts food distribution in Somalia after problems with the local authorities. And the promise of saving lives as organ donation now legal in Rwanda.Nigeria's biggest oil workers union threatens to shut down oil production over the fuel subsidy issue. Uganda's government announces it has abolished electricity subsidies paid to power generating companies. The Red Cross halts food distribution in...Nigeria's biggest oil workers union threatens to shut down oil production over the fuel subsidy issue. Uganda's government announces it has abolished electricity subsidies paid to power generating companies. The Red Cross halts food distribution in Somalia after problems with the local authorities. And the promise of saving lives as organ donation now legal in Rwanda.Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:56:00 +000016:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120112-1556.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120112-1556a.mp3BBC World ServiceIn a video message, Nigeria's Islamist group Boko Haram lays out its conditions for negotiation. High interest rates are crippling us - say Kampala business people as they close their shops in protest. And the Netherlands says no more khat - a narcotic popular in the Somali community.In a video message, Nigeria's Islamist group Boko Haram lays out its conditions for negotiation. High interest rates are crippling us - say Kampala business people as they close their shops in protest. And the Netherlands says no more khat - a...In a video message, Nigeria's Islamist group Boko Haram lays out its conditions for negotiation. High interest rates are crippling us - say Kampala business people as they close their shops in protest. And the Netherlands says no more khat - a narcotic popular in the Somali community.Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:45:00 +000013:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120111-1545.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/africa/africa_20120111-1545a.mp3BBC World Service