How John Mahama made a comeback - Focus On Africa Podcast
After two previous attempts, John Mahama is set to make comeback as Ghana's president. He was the country’s leader from 2012-2016. Ghana’s economy is struggling and corruption endemic. Political analyst Nansata Yakubu explains the huge expectations on a Mahama presidency over the next four years.
The menstrual health taboos facing African women athletes
And the flaw with Africa’s big infrastructure finance models.
00:01 Intro
01:02 How John Mahama made a comeback
08:05 Are women's voice heard when talking about menstruation?
15:00 What is infrastructure financing?
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