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Why do the British and French elections matter to Africa?

Two countries, Britain and France, who share both historic and economic links with Africa are holding elections this week.

Two countries with major links to Africa are holding make or break elections this week. Britain and France. These elections will usher in new governments which may have completely new approaches to the continent. How will the outcome of the British and French elections impact Africa? And should Africans care?

Also, Sierra Leone receives a million dollar grant from a US development agency, to scale up its electricity supply. How did they land the deal and how will the money be used?

And the ancient language in danger of disappearing in Ethiopia.

Presenter: Audrey Brown
Producers: Sunita Nahar, Victor Sylver and Joseph Keen.
Tech Producer: Jonathan Greer
Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp
Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

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