Focus on Africa

The tragic murder of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong in the US has sparked renewed conversation about the challenges African children face in foreign schools.
While Javits's father suspects his son's killing may have been linked to bullying, police have yet to confirm any connection. However, his death has prompted many to share their own experiences of bullying while studying abroad.
Morayo Alofabi-Brown, an entrepreneur and TV host, is among those who have spoken openly about their experiences with bullying. She spoke to Focus on Africa about the impact it had on her and why Javits’s death brought back painful memories. We also heard from Adetola Ademola, a digital creator who relocated from Nigeria to the US, where she is raising her two daughters. One of her daughters has also experienced bullying.
Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Fana Negash
Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba and Priyanka Sippy
Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru
Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla

Opposition MPs in Ghana are demanding a parliamentary inquiry into the alleged sale and irregular issuance of diplomatic and service passports to unqualified individuals. The opposition claims that about 300 Ghanaians have travelled to Europe and other destinations using the documents. In a recently released statement by the ministry of foreign Affairs the ministry says its preliminary investigation identified 10 service passports illegally issued to people who didn’t qualify for them between 2023 and 2026. and the passports have since been cancelled, while two officials have been interdicted and referred to the police. The ministry also says it has found no evidence so far that diplomatic passports were sold.
And, a look at the highlights of the youth Olympic games in Senegal and some emerging youngsters from the tournament.
Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Bella Twine and Chiamaka Dike
Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba
Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru
Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla

The Democratic Republic of Congo has enacted a new law setting out the conditions for organising national referendums, a move that is intensifying political debate over possible constitutional change. The legislation was promulgated by President Félix Tshisekedi and formally read out on national television by a deputy presidential spokesperson, bringing into force a measure that has generated months of political controversy. The law, signed by President Félix Tshisekedi, allows referendums to be called by the president, government, parliament or through a petition supported by 100,000 citizens.
And, a deep dive into the synergy between African films and film festivals and the role they play in the global media landscape.
Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Rukia Bulle, Bella Twine and Blessing Aderogba
Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba
Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru
Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla

South Africa's liberation party, African National Congress (ANC) has suffered its worst result in municipal elections since the end of apartheid, securing 31% of the national vote against 25 % for its main rival, the democratic Alliance (DA) and Former President Jacob Zuma's party uMkhonto weSiwe had just 10% putting it in the third place.  While the ANC remains the country’s largest party, it seems to be losing support amid growing frustration over service delivery, unemployment, and corruption.
And, Angola’s Lobito Corridor a multibillion dollar transport corridor linking the DRC to Angola's Atlantic coast aims to boost the market for Africa's critical minerals
Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Rukia Bulle, Bella Twine and Blessing Aderogba
Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba
Technical Producer: Herbert Masua
Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla

A BBC Africa Eye investigation follows the journey and tragic end of a Sierra Leonan commercial sex worker battling substance addiction, kidnapped into sexual slavery twice, beaten, exploited and trapped by addiction. Her life mirrored the struggles facing countless young women in Sierra Leone. The full interview is on YouTube #BBCAfricaEye
And, a blind Nigerian athlete's quest to bag world championships medals in Sambo. This is a combat sport that combines elements of judo and wrestling.
Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Albert Kirui, Bella Twine and Blessing Aderogba
Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba
Technical Producer: Herbert Masua
Senior Producer: Bella Twine
Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla