Experts, policy makers and leaders from Southern Africa's Transport sector are meeting in Pretoria South Africa, for the 44th Southern African Transport Conference for discussions focusing on developing and sustaining transport systems in an uncertain world.The conference seeks to explore the policies, technologies and partnerships needed to strengthen transport corridors, improve infrastructure planning, enhance freight and passenger mobility, and build more resilient transport networks across the region. Dr Mathetha Mokonyama, Chairman of the Southern African Transport Conference joins us to discuss this further.

Experts, policy makers and leaders from Southern Africa's Transport sector are meeting in Pretoria South Africa, for the 44th Southern African Transport Conference for discussions focusing on developing and sustaining transport systems in an uncertain world.The conference seeks to explore the policies, technologies and partnerships needed to strengthen transport corridors, improve infrastructure planning, enhance freight and passenger mobility, and build more resilient transport networks across the region. Dr Mathetha Mokonyama, Chairman of the Southern African Transport Conference joins us to discuss this further.

Africa Rise & Shine

Rise & Shine

Southern Africa transport leaders meet to build resilient regional mobility networks

Ethiopia, Africa's second most populous nation, held its seventh general election in June. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's ruling Prosperity Party secured a commanding parliamentary an 80% majority in the House of Peoples' Representatives. But the vote has not been without controversy. Voting did not take place in the entire Tigray region, and was restricted in parts of Amhara and Oromia due to ongoing security challenges. Critics raised questions about civic space, access for opposition parties, and the scope of international observation. To get Addis Ababa's perspective on all of this, I spoke to Ethiopia's Head of Mission to South Africa, HE Mrs Dessie Alebachew Maru. I began by asking her what these elections meant for democracy in her country

Ethiopia, Africa's second most populous nation, held its seventh general election in June. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's ruling Prosperity Party secured a commanding parliamentary an 80% majority in the House of Peoples' Representatives. But the vote has not been without controversy. Voting did not take place in the entire Tigray region, and was restricted in parts of Amhara and Oromia due to ongoing security challenges. Critics raised questions about civic space, access for opposition parties, and the scope of international observation. To get Addis Ababa's perspective on all of this, I spoke to Ethiopia's Head of Mission to South Africa, HE Mrs Dessie Alebachew Maru. I began by asking her what these elections meant for democracy in her country

Ethiopia defends disputed election as government hails vote as democratic milestone

We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the East Africa region. We speak to Journalist and Team Leader at Grassroot Journalism Kenya, Dennis Beru

We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the East Africa region. We speak to Journalist and Team Leader at Grassroot Journalism Kenya, Dennis Beru

East Africa Roundup: Kenya journalist unpacks the region's top stories and key developments

Time now for our daily Africa Roundup. Each morning, just after the six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the continent and the world over the past 24 hours. With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context - helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead

Time now for our daily Africa Roundup. Each morning, just after the six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the continent and the world over the past 24 hours. With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context - helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead

Southern Africa transport leaders meet to build resilient regional mobility networks

In 1 playlist(s)

Rise & Shine

Social links

Recent clips