Africa Rise And Shine

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Zimbabwe's opposition MDC-T says it won't not boycott elections..... *** Humanitarian organisations say that more people are going to die of AIDS related deaths globally due to insufficient funding from donors..... *** In Economics:... *** And In Sports: The CAF and UEFA memorandum of understanding is finally bearing fruit for youngsters....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** The United Nations Human Rights office has welcomed the widening of the democratic space in Zimbabwe ahead of historic elections on Monday *** More than 1000 delegates from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa gather at the Sandton Convention Centre for the tenth BRICS summit..... *** And In Sports: East African Athletes look forward to the 'Great Health Race....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Iran's President Hassan Rouhani tells his U.S. counterpart that hostile policies towards his country would result in the 'mother of all wars'. *** South Africa's government says it's ready to host the successful Brics Summit starting in Johannesburg tomorrow..... *** And In Sports: Ethiopia and Eritrea agree to stage a historic football match in August ....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** President Joseph Kabila of the DRC has confirmed that his country does not need any support for its elections as everything will be funded by the Congolese government.... *** Health experts say that efforts to fight TB globally is shameful..... *** In Economics:... *** And In Sports: South African national under 20 football team has qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Concerns over the political situation in the DRC.... *** Pressure mounts on Malawi's president to repay over 200 thousand dollars... *** BRICS media forum concludes with action plan for further cooperation.... *** In Economics: Eqyptian bank EFG Hermes to buy Nigerian broker .... *** And In Sports: Test match between South Africa and Sri Lanka gets underway....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Malawi's President Peter Mutharika faces corruption allegations... *** Concerns over land land ownership Sudan's Darfur region.... *** Ethiopian Airlines makes historic flight to Eritrea.... *** In Economics: EU warns states to step up preparations for no-deal Brexit scenario... *** And In Sports: South Africa prepares for AFCON qualifier against Malawi...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Nelson Mandela centenary celebrations get underway across the world.... *** Zimbabwe's opposition MDC raises concerns over voters roll manipulation *** Kenyan intellectual says without land there would be no peace in Africa... *** In Economics: IMF lifts Sub-Saharan Africa growth outlook...... *** And In Sports: Sundowns drop to the bottom of Group C in the CAF Champions League....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Barak Obama to deliver the Nelson Mandela Lecture this afternoon... *** Eritrea reopens embassy in Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababa..... *** In Economics: South African business delegation arrives in Angola..... *** And In Sports: South African Proteas skipper calls for toss to be scrapped.....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Concerns over harassment of human rights activists in Zambia.... *** Former US President Barack Obama kicks off visit to Kenya... *** Somalia Partnership Forum gets underway in Brussels....... *** In Economics: UAE pledges to invest 10 billion dollars in South Africa.. *** And In Sports: France lifts second FIFA World Cup after a classic final...

It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** South Africa urges Nigeria to sign Africa trade pact.... *** Zimbabwe's MDC Alliance accuses the electoral commission of bias... *** US President Donald Trump set to arrive in the UK today.... *** In Economics: BRICS member states urged to work together to improve infrastructure.... *** And In Sports: South Africa's Kevin Anderson beat Roger Federer at Wimbledon.....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** South Sudan's peace talks continue in the Khartoum.... *** Cameroon announces date for presidential elections..... *** In Economics: South Africa and Nigeria set to boost trade ties.... *** And In Sports: Umtiti header sends France into World Cup final..

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Ethiopia and Eritrea declare their state of war over.... *** Libyan authorities agree to stop detaining African migrants... *** Zimbabwe electoral body make final preparations for election... *** In Economics: McKinsey apologises for overcharging South Africa's power utilty Eskom.... *** And in Sports: Neighbours Belgium and France battle for place in World Cup final....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** AU envoy says poverty is driving radicalization in Lake Chad region... *** Mixed reaction to Equatorial Guinea amnesty for political prisoners... *** In Economics: MTN Nigeria yet to file application for initial public offering.... *** And In Sports: CAF ban Kenyan referee for life over bribery scam....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** UN Deputy Chief Amina Mohammed begins her visit to Chad..... *** South African opposition wants soldiers to secure the country's borders... *** In Economics: South Africa hails the Africa free trade area agreement... *** And In Sports: Brazil right back ruled out of the rest of the World Cup..

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Pan African Parliament's President's powers have been clipped..... *** Zimbabwe's main opposition leader, Nelson Chamisa slams the electoral commission.. *** In Economics: South Africa and Ghana to discuss bilateral trade and investment co-operation.... *** And In Sports: Caster Semenya expected to deliver explosive performance at the Diamond League series....

It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** WHO says the DRC Ebola outbreak has been contained.... *** UN Chief describes Myanmar's Rohingya refugee situation as tragic.... *** In Economics: South Africans brace themselves for another fuel price hike.... *** And In Sports: Belgium beat Japan at the death in World Cup last 16 thriller...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** UN urged not to downsize its peacekeeping mission in Darfur... *** South Africa signs African free trade agreement..... *** European leaders reach a deal on migration.... *** In Economics: South African motorists to embark on a 10 minutes fuel protest... *** And In Sports: Russia beat Spain to reach World Cup quarter Finals...

* African leaders gather in Mauritania for AU Summit. * Tanzania and Zimbabwe vow to strengthen bilateral relations. * INTERPOL calls for strong coalition against international terror. * In Economics: Southern African Customs Union Summit gets underway in Gaborone. * And In Sports: 2018 FIFA WORLD Cup reaches knockout stage.