Africa Rise And Shine

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** UN urged to extend mandate of its peacekeeping mission in South Sudan... *** Former South African president Jacob Zuma face corruption charges.... *** In Economics: Nigeria puts off signing of Africa free trade deal....... *** And In Sports: Sundowns reach CAF Champions League group stages.....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Zimbabwe's former president Robert Mugabe says he was illegally removed from power.... *** Nine South African cops appear in court over Marikana killings...... *** Hail storm wreaks havoc in Southern Lesotho..... *** In Sports: South African delegation embarks on a roadshow abroad to woo investors... *** And In Sports: South African Football Association elective congress could be postponed.....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** DRC opposition leader Moise Katumbi launches presidential campaign... *** African Peer Review Mechanism marks its 15th anniversary.... *** Russia deny involvement in the poisoning of a former KGB spy.. *** In Economics: Withdrawals shrink in Zimbabwe as banks hold on to deposits.... *** And In Sports: South African star bowler Kagiso Rabada appeals ICC suspension..

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** South Africa to launch a bid for a seat in the UN Security Council. *** UN commission on women status kicks off its annual session. *** In Economics: Zimbabwe gives mines and farmers six months to clear electricity bills. *** And In Sports: South Africa expected to top medals table at the Commonwealth games.

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson concludes visit to Kenya... *** Voter registration gets underway in South Africa..... *** African countries urged to do more to protect citizens against diseases... *** In Economics: South Africa's VBS Mutual Bank placed under curatorship... *** And In Sports: South Africa's sevens rugby team finish third in Vancouver...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson meets African Union leaders.... *** UN Women chief reiterates calls for gender equality... *** In Economics: Kenya asks IMF for a 6-month extension of its standby credit....... *** And In Sports: Second Test between South and Australia starts today....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... ****South Africa's independent electoral commission says its ready for this weekend's voter registration drive. ****Tension mounting in Zimbabwe as ZANU PF fights for survival. ****Debate continues about female participation in the labour force, as the world commemorates International Women's Day. In Economic news...........South Africa's president assures Investors land reform will take place within the legal framework... And in Sport...............Proteas head coach says his squad remains focused on the cricket ahead of the second Sunfoil Test match against Australia...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... ****India investigates controversial Gupta brothers for illicit cash flows into the country.. ****Sierra Leone to vote for a new president today ****25 million child marriages have been prevented across the world in the last decade. In Economic news..........The Government of Zambia is keen to formalise the illegal mining of Silica And in Sport..Australian coach Darren Lehmann expects the coaches and captains of both teams to "chat" before the second Test against South Africa after a bad-tempered start to the series..

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... ****South Africa's National Consumer Commission calls for a disposal plan following listeriosis outbreak ****The repatriation of eight Zimbabwean children set to take place today. ****Zimbabwe's former president, Robert Mugabe has reportedly Joined an opposition party In your economic news: South Africa's retail industry is still counting its losses after a Listeriosis outbreak

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... ****The source of South Africa's Listeriosis outbreak has been traced to an Enterprise food production factory ****MDC T factions clash in Zimbabwean city of Buluwayo ****Experts say the worldwide success of the movie Black Panther has highlighted the reality of "the black experience" In Economic news.....A number of major supermarkets in South Africa have announced they are withdrawing all products identified as sources of the Listeriosis outbreak

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Sierra Leone prepares for general election.. *** Fighting continues in Syria despite Security Council's ceasefire call.... *** In Economics: IMF expects Mozambique to default on external debt... *** And In Sports: IAAF World Indoor Championships get underway in Birmingham..

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** South African Parliament adopts EFF motion on land expropriation... *** Concerns over continuing killings in Zimbabwe diamond fields.... *** Nigerian authorities step efforts to rescue kidnapped schoolgirls..... *** In Economics: Kenya Bureau of Standards issues a warning over uncertified bottled water.... *** And In Sports: Rassie Erasmus set to be named South African Springboks coach...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Mixed reaction to South African cabinet reshuffle *** UN Chief says Syria ceasefire must take effect immediately. *** In Economics: Namibia's Fysal Fresh Produce joins Agro-Marketing Trade Agency. *** And In Sports: Team South Africa make final adjustments for Commonwealth Games.

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Donors pledge 500 million US Dollars for troops in Africa's Sahel region.... *** North Korea condemns lates US sanctions.... *** In Economics: Kenyan government orders ship agents to transport goods on Standard Gauge Railway... *** And In Sports: India beat South Africa to win T20 cricket series....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** New reports says 2017 was a terrible year for human rights in Southern Africa.... *** UK authorities issue travel warning to those visiting South Africa.... *** In Economics: Vodafone Uganda files for bankruptcy.... *** And In Sports: South African sevens rugby team hit by injuries.,.....

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.

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... *** Zimbabweans bid farewell to late opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai.... *** Fierce debate erupts over land expropriation in South Africa..... *** Aid agencies warn of worsening humanitarian crisis in the DRC.... *** In Economics: Isuzu Motors launch business operations in South Africa... *** And In Sports: Paul Put resigns as coach of Kenya's Harambee Stars…

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Ethiopia's state of emergency to last six months.... *** Zimbabweans unite to mourn opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai.... *** In Economics: Jambojet launches daily flights between Nairobi and Entebbe..... *** And In Sports: South Africa qualify for FIFA Under 17 World Cup.…

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.