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Bongani Bingwa and Crystal Orderson discuss the latest developments in African governance, highlighting President Tinubu's economic reforms in Nigeria and President Mnangagwa's signing of the contentious radio license bill in Zimbabwe. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa and Crystal Orderson discuss the latest developments in African governance, highlighting President Tinubu's economic reforms in Nigeria and President Mnangagwa's signing of the contentious radio license bill in Zimbabwe. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zimbabweans are set to participate in a second national stay-away today, demanding the resignation of President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association (AUBBTA) announced that the shutdown will include protesters blocking Beitbridge, intensifying calls for Mnangagwa to step down. The association is also urging Zimbabweans in South Africa to return and join the movement. To discuss this, Elvis Presslin spoke to AUBBTA Chairperson, Phumudzo Mukhwathi

A planned protest in Zimbabwe fizzled into a nationwide shutdown as fear of a heavy police presence kept citizens off the streets. John Maytham speaks to Harare-based analyst Effie Ncube about what the silence really says—growing anger at President Mnangagwa, rising support for VP Chiwenga, and what’s next for a nation on edgeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Zimbabwiese polisie sê hulle het 95 mense in hegtenis geneem vir die aanhitsing van openbare geweld na 'n betoging om president Emmerson Mnangagwa uit die kussings te lig. Die groep het in die hof verskyn ná gister se versetoptrede wat gereël is deur 'n veteraan wat eens deel was van Mnangagwa se party, ZANU-PF. Die 95 was tussen 200 mense wat saamgedrom het op Vryheidsplein in Harare, die polisie met klippe bestook en 'n hoofroete tydelik versper het terwyl hulle slagspreuke gedreunsang het. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met Setfree Mafukidze, 'n kommentator van die Health Factor in Zimbabwe, gepraat:

A heavy police presence in Zimbabwe on Monday stifled planned mass protests against President Emmerson Mnangagwa's bid to extend his rule until 2030. Mnangagwa, who took power in 2017 after Robert Mugabe's ousting, is in his final term. Former allies, the war veterans, led the calls for demonstrations but faced a fierce crackdown. Fearing unrest, businesses shut down, streets emptied, and in western Harare, police fired teargas at defiant protesters chanting, "We reject 2030!". Elvis Presslin spoke to a Concerned Zimbabwean citizen, Cleo MaZwangendaba

Zimbabwe is bracing for widespread protests today as liberation war veterans and citizens demand President Emmerson Mnangagwa's removal, amid escalating tensions over his intention to extend his rule beyond 2028. The war veterans, once loyal to Mnangagwa, have now shifted their support to Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, citing the president's failure to revive the economy. With tensions escalating, Elvis Presslin spoke to ZANU-PF spokesperson, Farai Muroiwa Marapira, to shed more light on this developing story

Zimbabwe is bracing for what has been dubbed an 'uprising' as liberation war veterans are rallying ordinary Zimbabweans to join TOMORROW's protests in their push to oust President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The former freedom fighters, who are backing Mnagagwa's deputy, Constantino Chiwenga to take over, feel that the president has reneged on his promises and presided over a struggling economy characterised by massive corruption, nepotism, cronyism and organised looting of the fiscus. With only three years before the expiry of his last constitutional term of office, Mnangagwa's loyalists are also campaigning for the Zanu-PF leader to remain in office beyond 2028. Riled by this campaigning, ex-combatants led by Blessed Geza – a former MP, have called for the countrywide uprising. The events are echoing a repeat of 2017 that led to the ousting of Robert Mugabe, led by Chiwenga, who was then the country's military chief. To discuss this Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Ricky Mukonza, Associate Professor of Public Affairs at Tshwane University of Technology

La photo de Kirsty Coventry, est à la Une du quotidien zimbabwéen The Herald, souriante, derrière un pupitre affichant les cinq anneaux olympiques. Elle est, précise le journal, « la première femme et la première africaine à être élue à ce poste en 131 ans d'histoire du mouvement olympique ». Kistry Coventry est également « la plus jeune à être élue à ce poste, après avoir remporté la victoire devant six autres concurrents dans un domaine des poids lourds, où tous ses rivaux étaient des hommes ». « Un moment de fierté pour le pays et le continent africain », a commenté le président zimbabwéen Mnangagwa. Kirsty Coventry, championne de natation issue de la minorité blanche, a elle-même « participé à cinq Jeux Olympiques différents », précise New Zimbabwé. « Entre ses débuts à Sydney en 2000 et sa dernière participation à Rio en 2016, elle a remporté sept médailles olympiques, dont l'or au 200 mètres dos à Athènes et à Pékin en 2008 ».EnthousiasteEt sa tâche à la tête du CIO ne s'annonce pas des plus faciles. « Elle prend le relais à une époque d'incertitude géopolitique à travers le monde », constate the Herald, à une époque d'incertitude et de « questions sur l'orientation du mouvement olympique au 21 ème siècle, alors qu'une attention plus grande que jamais est portée sur les questions de genre, et d'égalité entre autres ». Néanmoins, Kirsty Coventry était hier très enthousiaste : « je n'aurais jamais imaginé me retrouver un jour ici », a-t-elle dit. « Je dirigerai cette organisation avec une grande fierté, en incarnant les valeurs qu'elle représente ».Tension accrueDans la presse africaine également, l'Algérie… L'Algérie où la justice a requis hier 10 ans de prison contre Boualem Sansal, l'écrivain franco-algérien âgé de 80 ans, emprisonné en Algérie depuis le 16 novembre et accusé notamment « d'atteinte à l'intégrité territoriale de l'Algérie ». Le verdict sera rendu la semaine prochaine, le 27 mars. « Lourde peine requise », titre TSA, Tout sur l'Algérie. L'écrivain, écrit le journal, « avait tenu des propos attentatoires à l'intégrité du territoire national. Dans une interview au média français d'extrême-droite Frontières, en octobre dernier, il avait soutenu que la France coloniale avait tronqué le territoire marocain au profit de l'Algérie ». Hier, à l'audience, poursuit TSA, « Boualem Sansal n'était pas assisté d'un avocat. Il a préféré assurer lui-même sa défense », assurant « qu'il n'avait fait qu'exprimer une opinion, comme tout citoyen algérien ». « Dans la crise entre Alger et Paris qui dure depuis plus de sept mois » poursuit TSA, « l'affaire Sansal a aggravé les tensions entre les deux pays ».Elan de soutien en FranceUne affaire sur laquelle revient également Afrik.com. « Elle s'inscrit dans un contexte diplomatique fragile », renchérit le quotidien en ligne. « Les relations entre les deux pays se sont récemment détériorées, particulièrement après la reconnaissance par le président français Emmanuel Macron, en juillet 2024, d'un plan d'autonomie pour le Sahara occidental sous souveraineté marocaine, un sujet sensible pour l'Algérie...». « Depuis lors, poursuit Afrik.com, l'affaire Boualem Sansal est devenue un point de friction supplémentaire, dans cette relation déjà tendue ». Car, assure le quotidien, « l'écrivain est un proche de Bruno Retailleau, le ministre de l'Intérieur français ». El Watan de son côté, ajoute que l'affaire Boualem Sansal, « qui bénéficie d'un vaste élan de soutien en France, a aggravé les tensions entre Alger et Paris, dont les relations se sont brutalement dégradées en juillet 2024 ». Notons qu'Algérie Presse Service, l'APS, l'agence de presse publique algérienne, ne dit pas un mot de l'audience d'hier, lors de laquelle une peine de dix ans de prison a donc été requise contre Boualem Sansal.

La photo de Kirsty Coventry, est à la Une du quotidien zimbabwéen The Herald, souriante, derrière un pupitre affichant les cinq anneaux olympiques. Elle est, précise le journal, « la première femme et la première africaine à être élue à ce poste en 131 ans d'histoire du mouvement olympique ». Kistry Coventry est également « la plus jeune à être élue à ce poste, après avoir remporté la victoire devant six autres concurrents dans un domaine des poids lourds, où tous ses rivaux étaient des hommes ». « Un moment de fierté pour le pays et le continent africain », a commenté le président zimbabwéen Mnangagwa. Kirsty Coventry, championne de natation issue de la minorité blanche, a elle-même « participé à cinq Jeux Olympiques différents », précise New Zimbabwé. « Entre ses débuts à Sydney en 2000 et sa dernière participation à Rio en 2016, elle a remporté sept médailles olympiques, dont l'or au 200 mètres dos à Athènes et à Pékin en 2008 ».EnthousiasteEt sa tâche à la tête du CIO ne s'annonce pas des plus faciles. « Elle prend le relais à une époque d'incertitude géopolitique à travers le monde », constate the Herald, à une époque d'incertitude et de « questions sur l'orientation du mouvement olympique au 21 ème siècle, alors qu'une attention plus grande que jamais est portée sur les questions de genre, et d'égalité entre autres ». Néanmoins, Kirsty Coventry était hier très enthousiaste : « je n'aurais jamais imaginé me retrouver un jour ici », a-t-elle dit. « Je dirigerai cette organisation avec une grande fierté, en incarnant les valeurs qu'elle représente ».Tension accrueDans la presse africaine également, l'Algérie… L'Algérie où la justice a requis hier 10 ans de prison contre Boualem Sansal, l'écrivain franco-algérien âgé de 80 ans, emprisonné en Algérie depuis le 16 novembre et accusé notamment « d'atteinte à l'intégrité territoriale de l'Algérie ». Le verdict sera rendu la semaine prochaine, le 27 mars. « Lourde peine requise », titre TSA, Tout sur l'Algérie. L'écrivain, écrit le journal, « avait tenu des propos attentatoires à l'intégrité du territoire national. Dans une interview au média français d'extrême-droite Frontières, en octobre dernier, il avait soutenu que la France coloniale avait tronqué le territoire marocain au profit de l'Algérie ». Hier, à l'audience, poursuit TSA, « Boualem Sansal n'était pas assisté d'un avocat. Il a préféré assurer lui-même sa défense », assurant « qu'il n'avait fait qu'exprimer une opinion, comme tout citoyen algérien ». « Dans la crise entre Alger et Paris qui dure depuis plus de sept mois » poursuit TSA, « l'affaire Sansal a aggravé les tensions entre les deux pays ».Elan de soutien en FranceUne affaire sur laquelle revient également Afrik.com. « Elle s'inscrit dans un contexte diplomatique fragile », renchérit le quotidien en ligne. « Les relations entre les deux pays se sont récemment détériorées, particulièrement après la reconnaissance par le président français Emmanuel Macron, en juillet 2024, d'un plan d'autonomie pour le Sahara occidental sous souveraineté marocaine, un sujet sensible pour l'Algérie...». « Depuis lors, poursuit Afrik.com, l'affaire Boualem Sansal est devenue un point de friction supplémentaire, dans cette relation déjà tendue ». Car, assure le quotidien, « l'écrivain est un proche de Bruno Retailleau, le ministre de l'Intérieur français ». El Watan de son côté, ajoute que l'affaire Boualem Sansal, « qui bénéficie d'un vaste élan de soutien en France, a aggravé les tensions entre Alger et Paris, dont les relations se sont brutalement dégradées en juillet 2024 ». Notons qu'Algérie Presse Service, l'APS, l'agence de presse publique algérienne, ne dit pas un mot de l'audience d'hier, lors de laquelle une peine de dix ans de prison a donc été requise contre Boualem Sansal.

Die politiek in Zimbabwe wek kommer. Die oorlogsveteraan en voormalige geheimediensbeampte, Blessed Geza, vra vir 'n landswye opstand teen president Emmerson Mnangagwa op 31 Maart. Geza, wat visepresident Constantino Chiwenga ondersteun, het Mnangagwa van korrupsie en betrokkenheid by die dood van nasionale leiers en militêre generaals beskuldig. Hy het ook polisiehoof Stephen Mutamba gewaarsku om nie betogers in hegtenis te neem en met onbepaalde tronkstraf gedreig indien die opstand slaag.

Roubeklaers kom aan by die Onafhanklikheidstadion vir die begrafnis van die stigterspresident Sam Nujoma.Die Zimbabwiese president Emmerson Mnangagwa het vroeër by die Hosea Kutako Internasionale Lughawe aangekom en het met die media by die lughawe gepraat.

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa recently told journalists that he has no interest in extending his term of office. “These terms are very definite, and I'm so democratic. When they come to an end, I will step aside and my party will elect my successor”, he said. But will the head of state really hand over the baton to someone else? Towards the end of last year, Mnangagwa's party, Zanu PF passed a resolution to extend his term when it ends in 2028. Some in Zimbabwe believe the president is in fact playing politics and that he intends to consolidate his power. At the same time, a group of Zanu PF war veterans are pushing for Mnangagwa to immediately vacate his office, accusing him of failing to improve the country. So, what does the future hold for the southern African nation? Presenter: Alan Kasujja Guests: Shingai Nyoka and Dr. Gideon Chitanga

Die voorsitter van die Suider-Afrikaanse Ontwikkelingsgemeenskap en president van Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa, beklemtoon die streeksuitwerking van die konflik in die Demokratiese Republiek van die Kongo, en vra 'n standhoudende oplossing. Die SAOG en die Oos-Afrikaanse Gemeenskap het in Tanzanië vergader. Mnangagwa vra eenheid en lê klem op die behoefte om die Kongolese belange voorop te stel en die uitdagings te konfronteer wat vrede en bestendigheid in die streek kniehalter.

Zimbabwe se president en voorsitter van die Suider-Afrikaanse Ontwikkelingsgemeenskap, Emmerson Mnangagwa, vra 'n dringende skietstilstand in die Demokratiese Republiek van die Kongo. Dit volg op berigte dat Rwandees-gesteunde rebelle nog 'n dorp naby Bukavu oorgeneem het ondanks die vorige aankondiging van 'n skietstilstand. Swaar gevegte duur voort met Goma steeds onder die beheer van M23-rebelle. Mnangagwa se versoek kom voor die komende naweek se spitsberaad van die SAOG en die Oos-Afrika-gemeenskap in Tanzanië.

Zimbabwe's war veterans have called on President Emmerson Mnangagwa to step down after accusing him of nepotism, corruption and failing to address the moribund economy. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare where he talks to the ruling Zanu PF party

On Daybreak Africa: DR Congo's government said it wants to "avoid carnage" and bloodshed in the besieged city of Goma after advancing fighters from the M23 armed group and Rwandan troops entered the Congolese regional capital. Plus, experts consider solutions to the worrying humanitarian situation in Goma. Some observers say the DRC government has not done enough to protect its citizens. Liberian President Boakai delivers his second State of the Nation address amid rising tensions. Zimbabwe's war veterans call on President Mnangagwa to step down. The African Union considers restructuring to satisfy calls for institutional reforms. The draws for the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations was made Monday. For these and more tune in to Daybreak Africa!

On Daybreak Africa: Panic is spreading in Goma in eastern Congo as M23 rebels encircle the city, battling Congo's army. Plus, a Zimbabwe-born professor says he is confident President Mnangagwa will not extend his term in office. There're mixed reactions to South Sudan's effort to shut down social media. A Gabonese pro-democracy activist says the country's military junta hurriedly scheduled a presidential election in April. Malawi turns to Kenya for fuel supplies. President Trump pressures Russia to end the war against Ukraine, as the Kremlin shrugs off the threat of sanctions. For these and more, tune in to Daybreak Africa!

A Zimbabwe-born professor says he is confident President Emerson Mnangagwa will not extend his term in office beyond the constitutionally mandated two terms. The ruling Zanu-PF has urged the president to extend his term in office and delay the 2028 elections. The Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations this week called on the president to uphold the constitution. Elliott Masocha, a professor of business and political science at DeVry University in Columbus, Ohio, tells VOA's James Butty, President Mnangagwa will respect the constitution because he wants to be remembered as a good president who did not accept the urge to remain in power

Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF party THIS WEEK announced a plan to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term in office by two years until 2030. A Zanu PF parliamentarian on WEDNESDAY confirmed that efforts are being made by the ruling party and a faction of the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) to amend the Zimbabwe Constitution in order to extend the term of office of the president. The proponents of the draft motion also claim that Mnangagwa deserves an extension of his term beyond 2028, when his two terms expire, as he has worked hard for Zimbabwe's social and economic development. Other opposition forces are vehemently opposed to the plan. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Douglas James Coltart , a Zimbabwe Human Rights expert in Harare..

In a historic move, Zimbabwe has abolished the death penalty, following a decision by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Once sentenced to death himself, Mnangagwa's decision marks a significant shift in the nation's justice system. AfricaLink explores the reasons behind this change and its impact on Africa. Host Cai Nebe speaks to Amnesty's Lucia Masuka and Zimbabwe's Privilege Musvanhiri.

Zimbabwe has not executed anyone since 2005, and now, with a new law passed in December 2024, it has officially ended the death penalty. This makes Zimbabwe the 127th country in the world to do so. In the past, some leaders believed that people in Zimbabwe wanted to keep the death penalty, but research showed otherwise. Many Zimbabweans didn’t know much about it and said they would support getting rid of it if the government decided to do so. Leaders also worried about innocent people being sentenced to death and felt that social programs like better education and reducing poverty would help reduce crime more than the death penalty. President Mnangagwa has always been against the death penalty, calling it unfair and a violation of human rights. Thanks to research and discussions led by organizations, Zimbabwe’s leaders agreed to end it. By abolishing the death penalty, Zimbabwe has joined many other countries in promoting human rights and focusing on better ways to reduce crime. Lucia Masuka, Amnesty International Zimbabwe’s Executive Director joins us on the line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By 'n onlangse perskonferensie het Zanu-PF se sekretaris vir inligting, ambassadeur Christopher Mutsvangwa, die Zimbabwiese president Emmerson Mnangagwa geloof as 'n proaktiewe leier wat daartoe verbind is om die lewens van alle burgers te verbeter. Hy het dit duidelik gemaak dat Zanu-PF nie gesprekke voer oor 'n potensiële opvolger vir Mnangagwa nie ten spyte daarvan dat mense daarvoor vra.

Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday said his government will deal with parallel market dealers of the country's gold-backed currency which he said is causing economic instability. The currency plunged by 44% on the official market last Friday - the first time since its introduction in April - causing panic buying. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Mount Hampden where Mnangagwa gave a State of the Nation address

China, Zimbabwe sign agreements to deepen cooperation, cement tiesChina and Zimbabwe released a joint statement on Tuesday to intensify and upgrade their comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation and build a high-level community with a shared future as part of their efforts to strengthen ties.The statement came as President Xi Jinping rolled out the red carpet for visiting Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Tuesday. Mnangagwa is on a nine-day state visit to China, which started on Aug 29, and he will also attend the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation this week.The two presidents witnessed the signing of multiple documents on bilateral cooperation in areas such as Belt and Road cooperation, the Global Development Initiative and avocado exports to China.During their talks, Xi emphasized the deep-rooted traditional friendship between China and Zimbabwe, noting the significant progress in political mutual trust and fruitful cooperation between the two nations.He called on the two countries to build a "five-star ironclad" cooperation framework with pillars in politics, the economy and trade, security, culture and international coordination to foster a high-level China-Zimbabwe community with a shared future.China supports Zimbabwe in safeguarding its sovereignty, security and development interests, and opposes external interference and illegal sanctions, Xi said.The nation is willing to further align its development strategy with that of Zimbabwe, and expand mutually beneficial cooperation in areas such as investment, trade, infrastructure, energy and minerals, clean energy and the digital economy, to help Zimbabwe and Africa enhance their capacity for independent development, he added.Xi congratulated Zimbabwe on assuming the chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community, and said that China is willing to strengthen international coordination with Zimbabwe, uphold the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and work together to defend international fairness and justice.He reiterated China's commitment to viewing relations with African countries as a cornerstone of its foreign policy, saying that China supports African countries in pursuing an independent development path and Africa becoming a significant player in the development of global politics, the economy and civilization.Noting that FOCAC is the most important platform and mechanism for enhancing solidarity and cooperation between China and Africa, Xi expressed China's willingness to work with African countries to make the 2024 FOCAC Summit a milestone event in China-Africa relations in clarifying the direction and path for both sides to advance toward modernization.Mnangagwa spoke of his visit to the cities of Shaoshan, Xiangtan and Changsha in Hunan province, Shenzhen in Guangdong province and Nanjing in Jiangsu province before he headed to Beijing, and commended China's remarkable development achievements.He praised China's ongoing reforms unveiled at the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China in July, saying that the reform measures will not only further improve the well-being of the Chinese people, but also have a significant bearing on the future of the Global South and even humanity as a whole.China's assistance and cooperation have benefited the Zimbabwean people, creating new highlights in the friendship between Zimbabwe and China in the new era, he said.He said that Zimbabwe appreciates China's just stance on international affairs, and its constructive role in regional conflicts such as the Ukraine crisis and the Palestine-Israel conflict.He also reiterated his country's commitment to the one-China policy, and said that Zimbabwe is ready to continue working as a close friend of China in southern Africa.Sino-Nigerian relations elevated to comprehensive strategic partnershipPresident Xi Jinping called on China and Nigeria to enhance strategic mutual trust, better align development strategies and promote people-to-people exchanges as the two countries announced on Tuesday the elevation of their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership.The announcement was jointly made by Xi and Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, who is in Beijing for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and a state visit.During their meeting at the Great Hall of the People, Xi said the two countries have always respected each other as equals and have pursued strength through unity and engaged in win-win cooperation since the establishment of diplomatic ties more than half a century ago.In recent years, a large number of exemplary cooperation projects with strategic importance have been implemented between China and Nigeria under the FOCAC framework, he said."I am willing to work together with Mr President to fully leverage the exemplary role of the China-Nigeria relationship and jointly promote new and greater development in relations between the two countries as well as between China and Africa," Xi told Tinubu.Nigeria is China's second-largest export market in Africa and is also a major investment destination and a major trading partner of China on the continent.Over the years, Chinese companies have constructed many signature projects in Nigeria, including the Lekki Deep Sea Port, the largest seaport in the country and one of the biggest in West Africa.As the two countries join hands to realize their respective modernization through high-quality cooperation, Xi stressed the necessity to promote integrated development between infrastructure, energy, mining and industries, and called for efforts to foster new growth points for cooperation in the digital economy, new energy and other areas.It is also hoped that Nigeria will ensure the safety of Chinese personnel and projects in the African country, he said.Xi said China supports Nigeria in combating terrorism, maintaining regional stability and playing a greater role in international and regional affairs. Furthermore, China will enhance multilateral coordination with Nigeria to jointly safeguard the interests of developing countries, he added.Noting that FOCAC is not only an effective mechanism for promoting China-Africa practical cooperation but also a banner of South-South cooperation, Xi said China is willing to take the summit as an opportunity to inject new momentum into the development of China-Africa relations in the new era.Tinubu said that deepening economic cooperation and developing the comprehensive strategic partnership between Nigeria and China are crucial for the future development of his country.Nigeria, which has the largest population in Africa, hopes to become China's largest trade and investment partner on the continent and welcomes more investment from Chinese companies, and also hopes to expand mutually beneficial cooperation in such areas as agriculture and manufacturing, he said.This will assist Nigeria and West Africa in their modernization efforts and effectively alleviate poverty, the Nigerian president said, adding that his country will provide a secure environment for achieving this objective.Tinubu also thanked China for providing important training opportunities for young people in Nigeria and expressed readiness to deepen people-to-people exchanges.After their talks, the two heads of state witnessed the signing of multiple cooperation documents related to the Belt and Road, applications of the Beidou Navigation Satellite System, peanut exports to China and other matters.

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa says he is not extending his presidency beyond the current two five-year terms allowed by the country's constitution. As Columbus Mavhunga reports from the Zimbabwean capital, Harare, there are some who have expressed skepticism about his stated commitment to the constitution

Die ANC het beroepe verwerp om die 44ste spitsberaad van die Suider-Afrikaanse Ontwikkelingsgemeenskap uit Zimbabwe te verskuif weens die inhegtenisneming van aktiviste. President Mnangagwa hou vol Zimbabwe sal nie geweld voor die spitsberaad op 17 Augustus toelaat nie. Mnangagwa beklemtoon die land se voortgesette vrede stel hom in staat om transformerende projekte na te jaag. Die woordvoerder van die ANC, Zuko Godlimpi, sê Zimbabwiese kwessies moet in Zimbabwe opgelos word.

On Daybreak Africa: Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa says he is ready to retire and hand over the presidency to a new ZANU PF leader. Plus, Namibian lawmakers introduce a bill to counter a same-sex marriage ruling by the Supreme Court. An alliance of Western countries sets sights on minerals needed for a global shift to green energy. Samson Omale's Sports. For this and more tune to Daybreak Africa!

On Daybreak Africa: Nigerian Troops Rescue 16 Abducted Persons in Kaduna. Plus, DRC's internally displaced people struggle with mental health. Ugandan security forces are on high alert against a potential ADF rebel attack. Zimbabwe's main opposition leader wants to meet with President Mnangagwa. South Africa's ruling ANC sues another party ahead of the May 29 elections. the number of West African migrants in the US has tripled in the past year. For this and more tune to Daybreak Africa

Zimbabwe's government has responded to modified U.S. sanctions announced by the Biden administration this week, which renew measures on President Emmerson Mnangagwa and some senior leaders while removing others from the list. U.S. Embassy officials say the new sanctions aim to improve Zimbabwe's human rights record and reduce corruption. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Supreme Court temporarily blocks controversial Texas border law SB4 Super Tuesday Four things to watch out for as Americans vote Lindsay Lohan says she and Jamie Lee Curtis are excited for Freaky Friday sequel Zimbabwe US slaps fresh sanctions on President Mnangagwa and other leaders UN team says Hamas likely carried out sexual violence in Israel on 7 October Gurugram India diners spit blood after being served dry ice Ex colonel accused of divulging US secrets on foreign dating website Pakistan At least 35 die due to surprise snowfall and heavy rains Ukraine war Russian Black Sea fleet ship damaged in drone attack, Kyiv says The chilling sound that signalled death for IRA informers

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Supreme Court temporarily blocks controversial Texas border law SB4 Lindsay Lohan says she and Jamie Lee Curtis are excited for Freaky Friday sequel UN team says Hamas likely carried out sexual violence in Israel on 7 October Gurugram India diners spit blood after being served dry ice Super Tuesday Four things to watch out for as Americans vote Pakistan At least 35 die due to surprise snowfall and heavy rains The chilling sound that signalled death for IRA informers Ex colonel accused of divulging US secrets on foreign dating website Ukraine war Russian Black Sea fleet ship damaged in drone attack, Kyiv says Zimbabwe US slaps fresh sanctions on President Mnangagwa and other leaders

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Supreme Court temporarily blocks controversial Texas border law SB4 Super Tuesday Four things to watch out for as Americans vote Lindsay Lohan says she and Jamie Lee Curtis are excited for Freaky Friday sequel Gurugram India diners spit blood after being served dry ice Ex colonel accused of divulging US secrets on foreign dating website Ukraine war Russian Black Sea fleet ship damaged in drone attack, Kyiv says Zimbabwe US slaps fresh sanctions on President Mnangagwa and other leaders Pakistan At least 35 die due to surprise snowfall and heavy rains The chilling sound that signalled death for IRA informers UN team says Hamas likely carried out sexual violence in Israel on 7 October

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Diana Games,  Chief Executive at Africa At Work discusses the UN Economic Commission for Africa Conference in Victoria Falls, which is set to address critical financial issues in Africa, including green economy financing, climate finance, debt, and illicit financial flows. President Mnangagwa's attendance adds significance, with the event showcasing the growth of conferences and tourism in Victoria Falls. The conference will also feature the launch of the Economic Report on Africa 2024, raising questions about its alignment with the positive outlook presented in a recent report by the African Development Bank (AfDB). The AfDB's 2024 Economic Outlook indicates that 11 of the world's fastest-growing economies are in Africa, driven by new oil and gas production. The continent's overall growth is predicted to exceed the global average, demonstrating resilience amid international conflicts and crises.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Daybreak Africa: Tension as Nigerians anxiously await Wednesday's ruling of an elections tribunal against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Plus, US-based Mercy Corps calls on world leaders meeting at the Africa Climate Summit to prioritize investment in long-term solutions. Gabon's coup leader is sworn in but doesn't say how long he'll hold on to power. Zimbabwe's President Mnangagwa is inaugurated for a second full term. For this and more tune to Daybreak Africa!

Guest: Zimbabwean scholar and activist, Prof Brian Raftopoulos joins John to consider the reality that Zimbabwe's President-elect Emmerson Mnangagwa will be inaugurated today for his second term after winning the controversial August elections and without any Citizens Coalition for ChangeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Daybreak Africa: Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa will be inaugurated today Monday, but some are calling for a transitional government. We'll hear from some Zimbabweans about today's ceremony. Plus, Gabon's military strongman will be sworn in today Monday as the country's new leader after overthrowing President Ali Bongo last Wednesday. Nigeria's President Tinubu recalls all the country's ambassadors. A state-led investigation finds that South Africa did not ship weapons to Russia. Africa Climate week begins today in Nairobi, Kenya. For this and more tune to Daybreak Africa!

How did Mnangagwa win the Zimbabwe election? Who is the least impressive world leader Rory and Alastair have met? What makes a good political memoir? Join Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell as they answer all these questions and more on today's episode of TRIP Question Time. TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. Producers: Dom Johnson + Nicole Maslen Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Daybreak: Zimbabwe's main opposition party demands a re-run of the August 23 presidential elections. Plus, An analyst will prescribe his solution to the election impasse. Zimbabweans in South Africa are outraged over President Ramaphosa's congratulatory message to Mnangagwa amid disputed elections Results. Liberia's opposition parties sign an MOU to safeguard October's presidential elections. Malawi's opposition wants the president to resign over economic challenges. Militiamen killed a dozen civilians in DRC's Ituri province. For this and more tune to Daybreak Africa!

Guest: Professor Brian Raftopoulos is a Zimbabwean scholar and activist, and an Adjunct Professor at the Nelson Mandela School and he returned from Harare late on Friday evening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*) Aleppo airport out of service after Israeli strikes on Assad regime An Israeli air strike hits the international airport in the city of Aleppo in northern Syria, damaging a runway and putting it out of service. Israel has targeted airports and seaports in the government-held parts of Syria in an apparent attempt to prevent arms shipments from Iran to armed groups backed by Tehran, including Lebanon's Hezbollah. Thousands of Iran-backed fighters from around the region joined Syria's 12-year conflict helping tip the balance in favour of regime leader Bashar al Assad's forces. *) France announces ban on Muslim overgarment 'abaya' in schools France plans to ban the abaya, a long loose-fitting overgarment worn by some Muslim women, on school grounds, the country's education minister said. Gabriel Attal has told broadcaster TF1 that the government intends to convey "clear rules" on the matter to school officials across the country. The decision is the latest in several limitations on Islamic clothing in France, where critics say the government has targeted Muslims with statements and policies in recent years. *) Zimbabwe's opposition claims victory, disputing president's re-election Zimbabwe's opposition leader Nelson Chamisa contested the official re-election of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and claimed victory in an election which international observers said fell short of democratic standards. Mnangagwa, 80, won a second term with 52.6 percent of the ballots against 44 percent for his main challenger, Chamisa, 45, according to official results. Zimbabweans voted Wednesday and Thursday for a president and new parliament, in polling marred by delays that sparked opposition accusations of rigging and voter suppression. *) Murder charges against Pakistan's ex-Premier Khan dismissed Murder charges against former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan were dismissed,, his lawyer said. Khan is already in jail over graft charges. He is facing nearly 150 cases ever since being removed from power last year in April. And finally… *) Climate activists target super-rich in string of protests against luxury Climate activists spray paint a superyacht, block private jets from taking off and plug holes in golf courses this summer as part of an intensifying campaign against the emissions-spewing lifestyles of the ultrawealthy. Climate activism has intensified in the past few years as the planet warms to dangerous levels, igniting more extreme heat, floods, storms and wildfires around the world. They're now turning their attention to the wealthy, after long targeting some of the world's most profitable companies – oil and gas conglomerates, banks and insurance firms that continue to invest in fossil fuels.

On Daybreak Africa: Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa is declared winner of the August 23 elections. Plus, Zimbabwe Diaspora in South Africa is disappointed over the election results. Gabonese voters await the outcome of Saturday's presidential polls. Religious and civil society leaders call for the opening of schools in the Cameroon's restive English-speaking regions. Mozambique's doctors end their strike with hopes of getting their demands met. For this and more tune to Daybreak Africa!

Afghanistan: Vietato alle donne Band e Amir, il parco nazionale di Bamyam. Zimbabwe: l'opposizione non accetta la rielezione del presidente Mnangagwa. Grecia: continua la lotta agli incendi, 146 arresti per incendi dolosi. Niger: in massima allerta i militari. Libano: noto comico arrestato dopo uno sketch sulle condizioni economiche del paese. Questo e molto altro nel notiziario di Radio Bullets, a cura di Barbara Schiavulli

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Emmerson Mnangagwa has secured a second term as the president of Zimbabwe.

Ben Dobbin and Gordon Tallis rip in to all things rugby league, starting with Bradman Best saying he HATES Queensland, then Ricky Stuart's take on how State of Origin has changed and the type of players he'd pick, the boys get into Nicho Hynes' omission from the Blues squad and finish with a look at what's doing on the Gold Coast with a couple of their big names in the headlines. 

As Zimbabwe gears up for elections in August, the economy is half the size it was since the millennium. President Emmerson Mnangagwa meanwhile has promised to revive the economy as part of his campaign for a second term in office. Business Day TV explored Zimbabwe's current economic climate and Mnangagwa's chances of turning things around in his bid for a re-election.

Today on The Day After, (00:00) Intro (29:12) Headlines: Prince of Wales ‘forever grateful' to Windrush generation and descendants, Hundreds of Windrush gen with chronic and mental illness sent back to Caribbean, All five on board submersible have died with debris found 1,600ft from Titanic wreck (32:40) What you Saying? Name 3 attributes of Black men: 2 Positive & 1 area of improvement?