Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema is expected to secure a second term despite a challenge from opposition leader Brian Mundubile. Political analyst Dr Nicole Beardsworth shares her insight into the country's political and economic stability ahead of the polls. In Uganda, the country is facing a prolonged drought linked to climate change that is threatening food security and livelihoods. We look at the government's emergency response and what the crisis means for communities across the region.

This week on Unwrap Africa, we speak to the Executive Director at African Refugee and Migrants Aid, Malipo Mbalanga, on the protests in South Africa against undocumented immigrants. The African continent has thrown its support behind the national soccer teams of Egypt and Morocco as each prepares to face two World Cup favourites. And, the Cradle of Humankind recently held a special event to celebrate the Day of the African Child.

Lesotho's saxophonist, Bhudaza Mapefane, reflects on the legacy of the late Abdullah Ibrahim and his Basotho roots. A symphonic orchestra concert pays tribute to Reverend Tiyo Soga — a renowned composer, intellectual and pioneering church leader. CAF President Patrice Motsepe says the South African national soccer team should aspire to be ranked in the top ten of the world.

This week on Unwrap Africa, the South African government outlines its plan for managing migration and addressing recent public protests over undocumented immigrants. As South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the June 1976 student's uprising, we speak to authors who wrote a book on Soweto, the township were it all began. International relations expert and former ambassador, Dr Kingsley Makhubela, weighs in on the controversy surrounding the Somali referee who was refused entry into the United States.

This week on Unwrap Africa, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges to intensify efforts against illegal immigration while condemning xenophobia. In Ethiopia, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party is set for a landslide win after the June 1 polls described as successful despite voting being suspended in some regions for security reasons.

This week on Unwrap Africa, we speak to historian and author, Dr. Panashe Chigumadzi about slavery, colonialism, apartheid and reparations. In Uganda, a manufacturer has struck a deal to export electric buses to South Africa, signaling a shift from importing to building in Africa’s EV market. And as Africa Month ends, the Republic of Congo announces visa-free travel for African passport holders from 2027, highlighting regional integration as key to a peaceful, prosperous continent.

This week on Unwrap Africa , we bring you highlights from Nairobi, where the France-Africa summit convened. Also, international relations expert Dr. David Matsanga weighs in on France’s pledge on African investment. We also bring you the latest on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.