The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, is marking its 50th anniversary. Leaders from across the region gathered in Lagos, Nigeria, this week to commemorate five decades of regional cooperation and economic integration. To discuss the significance of the milestone - and what lies ahead for West Africa - Thabiso Lehoko spoke to Paul Ejime, an international affairs analyst and commentator on African geopolitics.

The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, is marking its 50th anniversary. Leaders from across the region gathered in Lagos, Nigeria, this week to commemorate five decades of regional cooperation and economic integration. To discuss the significance of the milestone - and what lies ahead for West Africa -&nbsp;Thabiso Lehoko spoke to Paul Ejime, an international affairs analyst and commentator on African geopolitics.

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Today, we're taking a trip to the heart of the South African township of Soweto, specifically to the iconic Vilakazi Street. If you're looking for a spot that blends local craftsmanship with a truly elegant vibe, you need to know about The Goosey Gander. This unique tasting room has quickly become a hidden gem in Johannesburg's nightlife scene. It's a space dedicated to celebrating South African heritage through guided tastings of premium local spirits, including gin, rum, whiskey, and brandy. Whether you're there for their famous Sip & Paint afternoons, an Open Mic session filled with Soweto soul, or a sophisticated gin and chocolate pairing, it's all about connection and culture. For more on what the establishment has to offer, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to founder of The Goosey Gander, Moses Goosen 

Today, we're taking a trip to the heart of the South African township of Soweto, specifically to the iconic Vilakazi Street. If you're looking for a spot that blends local craftsmanship with a truly elegant vibe, you need to know about The Goosey Gander. This unique tasting room has quickly become a hidden gem in Johannesburg's nightlife scene. It's a space dedicated to celebrating South African heritage through guided tastings of premium local spirits, including gin, rum, whiskey, and brandy. Whether you're there for their famous Sip &amp; Paint afternoons, an Open Mic session filled with Soweto soul, or a sophisticated gin and chocolate pairing, it's all about connection and culture. For more on what the establishment has to offer, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to founder of The Goosey Gander, Moses Goosen&nbsp;

The Goosey Gander offers unique taste of colourful culture of SA's historic SOWETO township

As a severe cold front grips Morocco this December 2025, bringing heavy snowfall of up to 80 centimeters to the High Atlas and tragic flash floods in Safi, the government has launched a massive relief effort to aid over 73,000 vulnerable households. In response, the country's Directorate of Meteorology has issued an orange-level weather alert for several regions across the kingdom. To discuss the state's emergency response, including the deployment of field hospitals and essential supplies to 28 affected provinces, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Independent Journalist, Hasina Gori...

As a severe cold front grips Morocco this December 2025, bringing heavy snowfall of up to 80 centimeters to the High Atlas and tragic flash floods in Safi, the government has launched a massive relief effort to aid over 73,000 vulnerable households. In response, the country's Directorate of Meteorology has issued an orange-level weather alert for several regions across the kingdom. To discuss the state's emergency response, including the deployment of field hospitals and essential supplies to 28 affected provinces, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Independent Journalist, Hasina Gori...

Severe cold front grips Morocco, bringing heavy snowfall of up to 80 centimeters

A recent report by global alliance of civil society organisations and activists, CIVICUS has painted a disturbing picture on the state of civil rights on the African continent. The People Power Under Attack report, rates the civic space in 198 countries and territories around the world, with Madagascar and Sudan both being downgraded due to the clampdown on protesters and the ongoing war, respectively. In contrast, Senegal has been upgraded due to some improvements in civic space since a new government took office in 2024. For a look at what the findings mean for the people of Africa, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Dr Paul Mulindwa, he is an Advocacy and Campaigns Officer for CIVICUS, focusing on Africa

A recent report by global alliance of civil society organisations and activists, CIVICUS has painted a disturbing picture on the state of civil rights on the African continent. The People Power Under Attack report, rates the civic space in 198 countries and territories around the world, with Madagascar and Sudan both being downgraded due to the clampdown on protesters and the ongoing war, respectively. In contrast, Senegal has been upgraded due to some improvements in civic space since a new government took office in 2024. For a look at what the findings mean for the people of Africa, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Dr Paul Mulindwa, he is an Advocacy and Campaigns Officer for CIVICUS, focusing on Africa

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