This week on Unwrap Africa with Thembekile Mrototo, be begin n Zimbabwe, where tensions are mounting after the ZANU-PF party cleared the way for President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s possible third term. We also spotlight Nura Izath, a Ugandan entrepreneur whose innovative wearable device, Autothermo, transforms newborn care by enabling continuous vital sign monitoring. Finally, we highlight the inspiring African Women Arise Conference, celebrating empowerment, innovation, and sisterhood.

This week on Unwrap Africa with Thembekile Mrototo, we explore key stories shaping the continent. Protests continue to unfold in Madagascar's streets, with a heightened police presence aiming to quell the movement. Meanwhile, the Africa Energy Conference in Cape Town underscores Africa's push for industrialisation, as emphasized by Chairman Njayuk Mba of the Africa Energy Chamber. We feature insightful discussions with Dr. Sunday Ochai and Fama Jallow, both winners of the prestigious 2025 Äänit Prize from the Mandela Rhodes Foundation.

This week's episode of *Unwrap Africa* with Thembekile Mrototo dives into key African stories. Highlights include Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine, a pop star-turned-politician, being cleared to run for president against long-serving Yoweri Museveni, who's had him jailed multiple times. Malawi's Democratic Progressive Party leader Peter Mutharika expresses confidence he'll steer the country forward. Guests include Itai Michael Preston Choto, the Guinean President's International Envoy, discussing Guinea's recent constitutional referendum, and Bart Dorrestein of Legacy Group exploring G20 hosting benefits for South African tourism. The episode wraps up with Johannesburg's Rudy Chalmers showcasing his genre-bending music.

This week on #UnwrapAfrica with Thembekile Mrototo, we bring you key highlights from across the continent. In our Africa Wrap, we explore opposition figures in the DRC accusing their government of blocking them from attending the African Peace and Security dialogue in South Africa, and filmmakers calling for cinema to drive social change at the Kaduna International Film Festival. Our Dialogue Wrap focuses on achieving lasting peace in Eastern DRC through neutral mediation, a key message at the Thabo Mbeki Foundation's African Peace and Security Dialogue. Thembekile also sits down with Prof Guy Berger to discuss disinformation, AI, and internet governance on the sidelines of the M20 summit. Plus, Chef Nontuthuko Dube shares her fine dining event celebrating African flavors and wine.

Coming up on the Unwrap Africa show with Thembekile Mrototo this evening, catch the continental wrap, featuring key updates from across Africa. We'll discuss the US suspension of visa processing for Zimbabwe, the growth of Kenya's Rastafari community, and the SADC summit in Madagascar, where President Andry Rajoelina took over as chair. Plus, learn about President Cyril Ramaphosa's impactful visit to Japan and the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development Summit. Thembekile will also explore luxury African experiences with Mark and Dr. Latesha Blanton, founders of The Real South Africa, and highlight Chef Jessica Uzi's Nigerian-inspired cuisine in Johannesburg. Don't miss it!

On this week's episode of Unwrap Africa with Thembekile Mrototo, we're celebrating women's empowerment and highlighting key stories from across the continent. We'll take a closer look at Tunisia's vibrant International Women's Day celebrations, where hundreds of women marched through Tunis demanding equality and rights. We'll also shine a spotlight on women in tech at the Afric Tech Awards, recognising their growing impact on the global landscape. Tesem Alende will share insights on the challenges women and girls face in Nigeria, while Thembekile sits down with Itumeleng Phoshoko to celebrate women in mining. Plus, we'll feature the Trek4Mandela book launch, where authors share inspiring stories echoing Nelson Mandela's legacy. Don't miss this engaging episode!

Join Thembekile Mrototo tonight on Unwrap Africa for a delightful show! Get up-to-date updates around the continent on the Nigerian nurses' historic nationwide strike demanding better working conditions and celebrating Nigeria's Super Falcons, recently honoured at the presidential residence. We feature Pan-African feminist, activist, and former African Union Youth Envoy – Aya Chebbi, sharing insights on African women reimagining leadership and shaping the continent's future. And, be inspired by Kenyan jewellery designer Fidelia Mwende Nguli's stunning handcrafted pieces.