In Botswana thousands of people attended the inauguration of their country’s new president, Duma Boko. His ‘Umbrella For Democratic Change’ party won 36 parliamentary seats and denied former president Mokgweetsi Masisi a second term. Addressing the nation in his first official speech as president, Boko called for unity after an election that brought an end to the former ruling party’s 58 years in power. Details with FRANCE 24 regional correspondent in Cape Town, Tom Canetti.
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Mozambique’s opposition on Friday promised fresh protests, as rights groups said at least 30 people had been killed in three weeks of demonstrations over contested election results. More information with Armando Francelino Nhantumbo, journalist in Maputo, Mozambique.
Book Review of WordsSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Words Written by Katherine Davis-Gibbon Illustrated by Anne Berry Ages: 4-6 | 32 Pages Publisher: Riverlet Press (2025) | ISBN: 9781737957690 What to Expect: Language, expression, diversity, and play. In this beautifully illustrated picture book, readers get introduced to words as individuals just like them and learn about their power. Words are not always easy companions. Sometimes, they can be challenging. Some words are difficult to find when you need them. Others can be hurtful or scary. Some only appear at the wrong time, and others have trouble…
A Belgian national working for the DR Congo’s intelligence agency was sentenced to death in connection to an attempted coup in Congo in May. In an appeal, he argued that he is innocent, and is being pursued for political motives. Details with FRACNE 24’s Emmet Livingstone.
In the Senegalese capital Dakar, a growing number of residents are turning to cycling for their daily commute. But the city, with its dense & chaotic traffic, remains a dangerous environment for cyclists. Many are calling on authorities to do more to reduce congestion and make the roads safer for bicycles. Story by Laurent Berstecher.
The 2024/2025 Cherry Season has begun! Pick Your Own Cherries around Adelaide and find your local Cherry Farm Gate Sales in South Australia. Christmas has come early for all the cherry lovers out there! The 2024/2025 cherry season is officially here and there’s nothing that says Summer is on the way more than when sweet, juicy cherries are available. Cherries are in season for approximately 8 weeks from mid November to January, so there’s only a small window to pick your own or purchase delicious, fresh cherries direct from the grower. Lennane Orchards at Montacute is now open daily –…
Common Causes of Dangerous Road ConditionsSeveral factors can make roadways hazardous for drivers. For example, each of the following can lead to dangerous wrecks:Poor road designs with sharp curves and no warnings can lead to collisionsInadequate road maintenance can lead to potholes or worn-out traffic markings which increases the risk of accidentsNatural elements on the road, such as ice or flooding, can make driving conditions treacherous if preventative maintenance measures aren’t in placePoorly managed construction zones can confuse drivers and disrupt normal traffic flow in such a way that an accident occursBy understanding the underlying cause of a car accident…
More than a year after Gabon’s ruler Ali Bongo was toppled in a military coup, Gabon’s citizens are voting Saturday in a constitutional referendum hailed as a “major turning point” by the junta. The new constitution would require presidential candidates to be exclusively Gabonese and have a Gabonese spouse, eliminating Bongo’s ability to return to power.
In South Africa, hundreds of illegal miners remain underground at an abandoned goldmine. The gouverment has rejected calls for the miners to be allowed to leave the deep shaft underground without being arrested. Volunteer rescue workers have been calling for an end to the police operation, arguing their lives are at risk. For more information, FRANCE 24’s Gavin Lee is joined by Mathapelo Diale, secretary at Mining Affected Communities United in Action and Duncan Money, consultant historian and researcher on the mining industry, both in Johannesburg.
Book Review of Cosmo’s Flying Funnel CakesSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Cosmo’s Flying Funnel Cakes Written by Allyson Jannotta Illustrated by Kathy Lee Ages: 4-6 | 40 Pages Publisher: Allyson Jannotta (2024) | ISBN: 9798991172301 What to Expect: Family, tradition, magic, food, and physics. Cosmo is pretty sure his mom has the coolest job on the planet – working for the family business selling funnel cakes at the state fair. The whole family has a role to play, from frying batter and topping cakes with sugar to cleaning and resupplying the stall. Cosmo really wants to…