African Perspective Episodes Available now

The History of Robben Island
How has Robben Island shaped South Africa?

A Look at Africa in December 1936 - Part Three
Third and final part pf Fiona Ledger's look at Africa in December 1936 through the continents newspapers.

A Look at Africa in December 1936 - Part Two
How African newspapers reported anti-colonialism and events in Europe in the 1930s

A Look at Africa in December 1936 - Part One
How African newspapers reported anti-colonialism and events in Europe in the 1930s

Ruth Perry, Head of Liberia's Interim Government
Profile of Africa's first female head of state, head of Liberia's interim government

African Teenagers
Issues facing African teenagers as they move towards adulthood

Namibian Children Return from East Germany
What happened to the children fostered by the GDR upon return to Namibia?

Chief Sinqobile Mabhena Succeeds her Father
First female chief of the Nswazi people of Matabeleland in Zimbabwe is installed

Nigerian Foster Children
Problems experienced by Nigerians using unofficial foster parents in the UK

MV Vipya Lake Malawi Disaster
Why does the tragedy evoke such strong memories 50 years on?