Africa Daily

Nigeria is about to become the first country in Africa to launch a digital currency controlled by their central bank. Instead of carrying notes and coins, Nigerians will have the option to carry electronic money in an e-wallet on their phones. The eNaira will be issued directly from the central bank to users, in the hope of brining financial services to millions of unbanked people.And with other country’s in the region making similar plans, could this be the end of cash in west Nigeria?Host: Alan Kasujja (@kasujja)Guests: Charles Gitonga, International Bussiness Journalist with BBC Africa Fadekemi Abiru, Editor in Chief at Sears Business

After four years of brutal attacks by Islamist militants, Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province has been left decimated. Hundreds of thousands of people have fled their homes. In July, Rwandan forces stepped in. Neighbouring countries have since joined them. Things seem to have stabilised. Now, some Mozambican authorities have urged displaced people to return to the region. But is that true? Is it really safe to go home? #AfricaDaily Host: Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja) Guest: Borges Nhamirre (@BorgesNhamirre)

As Sudan and South Sudan prepare to open their shared border, can a revival of social and economic ties help mend relations and bring peace between the two countries? They were at war less than ten years ago, and conflicts over oil territories on the border have continued. But it’s hoped that trade and travel can be a boost for both countries. We’ll hear from both sides of the border about hopes for a better future. Host: Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja) Guests: Hafiz Mohamed Valentino Achak Deng #AfricaDaily

Millions of people visit South Africa each year to enjoy safari’s, culture and nightlife. The tourism industry has been hit hard by Covid-19, but there are other issues it has been struggling with for longer. More than 25 years since the end of apartheid, the sector remains largely in white hands. Very few businesses meet the target of 30% black ownership. So, as the sector tries to recover from the pandemic, what needs to happen to create opportunities for everyone?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@kasujja) Reporting: Mpho Lakaje Guests: Blessing Manale, Spokesperson, South Africa’s Department of Tourism Thato Mothpeng, National Coordinator, South African Township and Village Tourism Association

Ethiopians who didn’t get a chance to vote in last June’s election get their chance this week. At the time it was argued that logistical and security issues made it difficult to hold elections in many regions. The authorities however continue to say that some regions cannot provide sufficient support to the electoral process and therefore won’t be taking part this week. And some opposition parties are now saying they won’t be taking part at all -- claiming that the result is a foregone conclusion. In the next episode of Africa Daily, Alan Kasujja looks at what this means for the incoming government.Host: Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) Guest: Haymanot Bejiga, BBC journalist in Nairobi

The Olkaria geothermal power station in Kenya opened four decades ago. It’s located in Hell’s Gate National Park and was originally conceived as a research project. But today it’s a viable commercial business that generates electricity using steam rising from deep in the ground. And it’s a renewable source that could bring energy to millions. In the next edition of Africa Daily, Alan Kasujja looks at why this is such a good natural source of energy and how it could be great news for the continent. Host: Alan Kasujja (@ Kasujja on Twitter) Guest: Michael Kaloki, a reporter in Nairobi.

Houses burnt. Empty schools. The recent unrest in Laikipia county has shocked Kenyans. Armed pastoralists are being blamed for the violence. They say they’re being denied access to water and land. But the Kenyan government says the unrest is actually the work of “politicians” - so, what exactly has been going on?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) Guest: Ferdinand Omondi, BBC reporter.#AfricaDaily

Traditional healers used to be community elders – not anymore. A new generation of young South Africans is embracing what they describe as their “ancestral calling”, and using social media to bring new life to ancient traditions. Who are they – and how does their country see them?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) Guests: Mpho Lakaje, reporter based in Johannesburg; Rutendo Ngara, cultural expert and academic; Thokozile Mntungwa, young traditional healer.#AfricaDaily

Boko Haram is on the ropes. The group’s leader, Abubakar Shekau, is dead and his followers are more divided than ever. And yet, there seems to be little reason to celebrate: the Islamic State West Africa Province, a former offshoot of the group, is set on continuing their campaign of terror. Can they be stopped?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) Guests: Audu Bulama Bukarti, analyst with the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change; Mina Al-Lami, jihadism specialist with BBC Monitoring.#AfricaDaily

Rising temperatures. Drier weather. Four years of drought have taken their toll on Madagascar: the country’s now on the brink of the world's first "climate change famine", according to the United Nations. But why exactly? And what can the island-state do about it?Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) Guest: Tiana Andriamanana, Executive Director of Fanamby.#AfricaDaily