Issa Hayatou, the former president of the Confederation of African Football, was a pivotal figure in African football for nearly three decades. In this discussion, his legacy is examined, celebrating how he expanded Africa’s World Cup participation and secured financial stability for the sport. However, the conversation also touches on the controversies surrounding his long leadership and the challenges African football faced under his rule. Join sports journalist Steve Vickers and ex-NFF president Amaju Pinnick as they reflect on Hayatou's complex impact.

Thantaza Silolo, an advocate for the Swaziland Liberation Movement, joins former MPs Mduduzi Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube, who are serving lengthy prison sentences for advocating reforms in Eswatini. They discuss the harsh political landscape where dissenters face severe repercussions, highlighting the social injustices and economic struggles fueling protests. The conversation dives into the challenges of the judicial system and the urgency for the monarchy to address citizens' demands to achieve genuine stability and democracy in the country.

In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Jean Claude Udahemuka from the University of Rwanda and Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa, tackle the alarming rise of Mpox in East Africa, declaring it a public health emergency. They highlight over 14,000 cases, especially in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the critical need for a global response. The dire vaccine shortage is a key issue, with only 200,000 doses available versus the required 10 million. The guests emphasize proactive measures, community involvement, and the importance of international collaboration to combat this health crisis.

Peter Musembi, a health strategist tackling disease diagnostics in Africa, discusses the daunting statistic: less than 20% access to crucial testing in the region. He highlights personal stories, like that of Zambian health worker Constance Mudenda, who navigates stigma while advocating for early HIV/AIDS detection. The conversation addresses Africa's significant disease burden and the urgent need for investment in diagnostic technologies. Musembi emphasizes collaborative efforts and innovative solutions to bridge the healthcare gap.

Modern contraception use among women in sub-Saharan Africa has surged, with innovative methods like hormonal implants and injections reaching remote areas. Community health workers are essential, providing crucial support by delivering contraceptives directly to women’s doors. The role of education and healthcare access is highlighted, showing how these factors empower women and reduce child mortality. Cultural influences, spousal support, and the need for accurate information play significant roles in shaping contraceptive choices across the continent.

Not long ago, huge demonstrations took place in Kenya against President William Ruto’s plan to increase taxes- he eventually overturned his decision. But despite this, protests in Kenya continue- yesterday police used teargas to disperse pockets of protestors from Nairobi Central Business district. Across the continent, demonstrations have taken place in both Nigeria and Somalia too. Africa Daily's Alan Kasujja has been looking why so many people have taken to the streets.

“If South Africa was that hostile towards African immigrants, I would expect that people would stop coming. If South Africa was such a deadly place to be an African national, then why would you still be seeing South Africa top the charts on the lists of immigrants flocking here?” - Makone Maja, Institute of Race Relations Chidimma Adetshina, a 23-year-old model based in Cape Town will be among the ten women who will be hoping to walk away with the Miss SA crown, this Saturday. But her participation has been rejected by some, questioning her nationality. She was born in South Africa to a Nigerian father and a mother who has Mozambican roots. The Patriotic Alliance, a party led by South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts & Culture, Gayton McKenzie, says it’s planning to interdict Chidimma from participating in the contest. But there are many others who’ve thrown their weight behind the 23-year-old. They include political parties like Rise Mzansi and the Pan Africanist Congress of Azania. Alan Kasujja attempts to find out why this issue is dividing South Africans.UPDATE: On Thursday afternoon Chidimma Adetshina withdrew from the Miss South Africa contest. Her decision follows accusations from the Ministry of Home Affairs that her mother may have committed fraud and identity theft to obtain South African citizenship.

Not too long ago we spoke with Benin’s former Minister for Environment and Urban Planning, Luc Gnacadja, about the challenges and strategies for planning African cities. He told us that he considers Africa’s biggest city, Lagos, to be the least climate resilient city on the continent. Africa has suffered disproportionately from climate change, and this is set to continue- scientists predict that global temperatures will continue to rise for decades. But will urban populations cope? In today's episode, we explore one man's plan to address this. James George, a Nigerian architect, and founder of HTL of Africa. He spoke to Alan Kasujja about his vision for the design and building of more climate-resilient cities, starting with Lagos.

South Sudanese citizens will finally get to vote in an election at the end of this year. This will be the first time a democratic process will have been carried out since Independence in 2011. But the basic preparations for such an event do not seem to have got off the ground yet. So will the politicians of a country that has suffered years of civil war, and is still affected by inter-communal violence, have the ability to pull together and get the process started? And will the difficulties of weak state institutions, a lack of census data and logistical problems be overcome? These are some of the questions to explore as South Sudan looks forward to the 22nd of December, the date set for its first election.Guests: BBC reporter Nichol Mandil in Juba, and Professor Abednego Akok Kacuol, the chair of the National Elections Commission.

Surfing looks amazing fun – seeing a surfer crouched on a board riding a big wave at speed must be an incredible feeling. But it’s not a well-known sport in Africa, despite nearly 40 countries on the continent having coastlines, with waves breaking along hundreds of miles of beaches. Four African surfers did make it to the current Olympic games, from South Africa and Morocco. But their ratio of three men to one woman is a good illustration of the fact that it’s a male dominated sport in Africa. So today we’re going to talk to two pioneering female surfers about why they surf, and what challenges they’ve overcome to become women who surf.Guests: Maryam el Gardoum, a champion surfer who runs Dihya Surf School, the first female-led surf school in Morocco, and Dihya Nasri, who is known as the only female surfer in Algeria.