Drug use among Nigerian youths has become a growing concern in recent years. The statistics are alarming, with over 11% of young Nigerians engaging in the abuse of hard drugs such as syrup, tramadol, diazepam, cocaine, and shisha mix. Why is this proving to be a menace for authorities in the West African country? Our correspondent Louisa Olaniyi sent us this report.

Growing drug menace in Nigeria

Those feeling lonely in South Africa, now have a place to go. They have embraced the continent's first professional cuddling service, where customers pay for platonic intimacy. Experts say isolation during the Covid pandemic, which hit South Africa hardest, and stress from its struggling economy are just two reasons why the cuddling business is booming.

South African company offers cuddling services

Priests and lay worshippers in Ethiopia are on a mission to replicate or recreate centuries-old religious manuscripts and sacred artwork in an effort to preserve traditions and heritage. How are they doing that?

Ethiopians recreate ancient manuscripts

South Africa's power disaster has the agriculture sector worried that the issue may escalate into a crisis situation for food.

South Africa: Electricity issues worry farmers

A former banker's success story in the business of customising gravestones with portraits.

Zimbabwe: Former banker's unique business | World Of Africa

As real estate business booms in Nigeria, recurring instances of building collapse are a cause for worry.

Nigeria collapsing buildings menace

1200 runners undergo the ultimate duration test at Morocco's ultramarathon through the Sahara desert.

Morocco's gruelling marathon | World Of Africa

Nigeria's Bolaji Fatai builds a remote-controlled aircraft from waste and yes, it flies!

Recyling touches new heights | World Of Africa

The island of Mayotte in French overseas territory is under spotlight for removing African illegal immigrants from slums.

Migrant clampdown in French territory

As the death toll rises in continuing exhumations of the Kenya Christian cult, Kenyan government has ordered removal of preachers spreading fake gospel and forming cults.

Cult death toll rises

Tunisia struggles to cope with rising migrant death toll at its coastline.

Tunisia's corpse pile-up

As the death toll rises in continuing exhumations of the Kenya Christian cult, some questions remain unanswered as to how pastor Mackenzie convinced followers to starve themselves if they want to see god.

Death by starvation | World Of Africa

Leaders of the Yoruba language in Nigeria urge stakeholders to rise up as language and culture declines due to western influence.

Western influence erodes language

Traditional delicacy of fermented fish is at stake this year as Egyptians celebrate Sham-El-Nessim day in spring.

An Egyptian delicacy that can kill you

14-year-old Ora from Johannesburg, South Africa dreams of being the first black Moto grand prix superstar.

South African teen's Moto Grand Prix dreams

'Aqua-phobia' is the fear of water. Many people develop this anxiety when they are about to take a dip or swim, but some grannies in South Africa's Soweto are redefining this phobia. In their 60s and above they have found a new hobby to help calm them down and stay fit. Here's their story of grit and endurance.

The grannies swim club of Soweto | World Of Africa

'Keke' is a commercially driven tricycle or rickshaw in Nigeria. It is the most popular mode of transport in the cities, and now it has a new addition to its drivers catalogue, women. Our correspondent Louisa Olaniyi spoke to one female driver who is taking on the herculean task of challenging the male folk.

Women drivers rule the 'Keke' | World Of Africa

Nearly a month after the M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo, declared that they have left parts of north kivu province, ghosts of the violence are still present in Kishishe, a town that was ravaged by the insurgency. We revisit the area where many are returning albeit still fearful of a resurgence of war.

Kishishe awakens after massacre | World Of Africa

Rwanda began commemorating 100 days marking the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide, in which 800,000 people, most of them from the Tutsi ethnic group, were massacred by Hutu militia. France has announced the upcoming erection of a memorial dedicated to the victims of the genocide. The move has been welcomed by survivors. Here's a report from Kigali.

Kigali remembers 1994 genocide | World Of Africa

A former Ugandan journalist has turned to bamboo farming as a "Magic bullet" in the fight against environmental degradation. He is our trailblazer this week.

Journalist takes up bamboo farming | World of Africa

Extremist rebels unleashed violence on locals in simultaneous attacks across three countries - Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The toll from these attacks is close to 100, and authorities in these three nations are struggling to control the dangerous and hostile force.

Terrorists unleash violence in three nations | World of Africa

Every day, hundreds of people make the treacherous journey across volatile borders, to escape some of the problems they face in their home countries. Case in point, Somalia where thousands flee the war into neighbouring Kenya and Uganda. Now migrants in the Sahel are finding themselves in the same conundrum as the Somalis.

Refugees, migrants recount horror | World of Africa

Nollywood, is big business in Africa. They are the creators of Nigerian movies, whose popularity and fame have spread fast across the continent. Online streaming platforms Netflix and UNESCO are now seeking a breakthrough for African cinema. Our correspondent Louisa Olaniyi reports.

Redefining Nigeria's Nollywood | World of Africa

An exhibition in Kampala showcases young Ugandans training as 'special effects makeup artists'. They are hoping that when people watch their craft, it will bring a big shift in the industry.

Transforming 'special effects' makeup | World of Africa

With local and regional elections eight months away and a Presidential poll due in 2025, the Ivorian President - Alassane Ouattara - is determined to bolster his majority. He has launched a massive campaign to drum up support, but he also did something that was unprecedented and unique - reconciling with his predecessors. Here's a report from Abidjan.

Ivory coast readies for 2025 | Ouattara marshals predecessors | World of Africa

Thousands of Muslims in Burkina Faso broke their fast together with their Christian brothers observing the lent period of fasting. They shared fresh food and prayers in a symbolic act against militant forces seeking to exploit ethnic and religious divides. Here's a report from Ouagadougou about this rare sight.

Setting example of religious harmony | Muslims, & Christians feast together | World of Africa

The miniature art fair in Lagos, Nigeria's largest exhibition of portable works, is reaffirming its long-term commitment to making art accessible to everyone. Our correspondent Louisa Olaniyi spoke to some of the artists who will be showcasing their paintings or artwork at the fair.

Lagos miniature arts show | Nigeria's booming art market | World of Africa

How many of you can truly say you have seen the world? When I say "The world," I mean everything and everywhere, including the ocean. There is an entire life beneath the ocean and only some are lucky to say they've seen it all. Here's an inspiring story of South Africa's first black female diving instructor, who is on a mission to change a narrative that people of colour cannot swim. Our reporter Kalden Ongmu has filed this report.

Meet South Africa's 'black mermaid' | World of Africa

Ghana is battling its worst economic crisis in a generation, amid a currency crisis that has worsened the nation’s fiscal position. The Ghanaian currency, Cedi, became the worst-performing currency in the world after it lost 45.1 percent of its value to the dollar in 2022. And in Nigeria, the central bank has extended the timeline to swap out its old currency for re-designed notes after the change triggered a cash shortage, forcing businesses to close and leaving millions unable to withdraw their money. What's causing this tumble and what really happens to the old, dilapidated currency notes?

Nigeria & Ghana face currency crisis | Crisis over old currency swap | World of Africa

'It's never enough' - that's what most gold miners who survive from one nugget to the next, always say, when they are asked why they take the risk. There is a huge gold rush in Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where thousands are lured by dreams of riches hidden underground. But, there's a catch, this precious metal could spell doom for those in search of wealth.

Gold mining spells doom for miners | World of Africa

At least half a million people remain in displacement camps in Darfur, two decades after a bloody conflict broke out between the Arab-dominated Sudanese government and rebel groups. For many among the displaced, there is no home to return to. Some have had their villages burnt to the ground, others say their homes are now occupied by Arab tribes. Doctors who have lived with the communities in west Darfur, piecing together the broken clinics and hospitals in an area known as Krenik, and instilling hope in millions. Here's their story

World of Africa: MSF doctors rebuild hospital in west Darfur

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Growing drug menace in Nigeria

South African company offers cuddling services

Ethiopians recreate ancient manuscripts

South Africa: Electricity issues worry farmers

Zimbabwe: Former banker's unique business | World Of Africa

Nigeria collapsing buildings menace

Morocco's gruelling marathon | World Of Africa

Recyling touches new heights | World Of Africa

Migrant clampdown in French territory

Cult death toll rises

Tunisia's corpse pile-up

Death by starvation | World Of Africa

Western influence erodes language

Western influence erodes language

An Egyptian delicacy that can kill you

South African teen's Moto Grand Prix dreams

The grannies swim club of Soweto | World Of Africa

Women drivers rule the 'Keke' | World Of Africa

Kishishe awakens after massacre | World Of Africa

Kigali remembers 1994 genocide | World Of Africa

Journalist takes up bamboo farming | World of Africa

Terrorists unleash violence in three nations | World of Africa

Refugees, migrants recount horror | World of Africa

Redefining Nigeria's Nollywood | World of Africa