BBC Radio Podcasts from BBC Africa Debate

BBC Africa Debate

Can You Trademark Culture?

The Africa Debate discusses cultural appropriation in the visual arts.

Is Uganda the Best Place to be a Refugee?

Nancy Kacungira chairs this month's debate with a live audience in Kampala, Uganda.

What Will Fix Africa’s Air Transport?

Often the quickest route from one African country to another is via Europe

What Will it Take to Rebuild The Gambia?

After more than 20 years rule by former President, Gambians have great expectations.

Is Journalism in Africa Threatened by Fake News?

Plastic rice. Death hoaxes. ‘Marry twice or go to jail’. Are we in a new era?

What is Life Like for Women Without Children in Africa?

What are the options for childless couples? And is choosing not to have children taboo?

Should Street Vendors be Regulated?

Street traders are a common sight in many cities. But are they a menace or an asset?

Is corruption Africa's biggest killer?

Many think corruption is an African problem, but is it worse in other parts of the world?

Should social media be regulated?

Recorded during the Social Media Week event in Lagos, Nigeria

Has Africa outgrown development aid?

How relevant or necessary is development aid in Africa today?