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'Working in Russia is like being a deep-sea diver', BBC's man in Moscow tells RFI

How does one report, from its capital, on the reality of Russia at war? Based in Moscow for more than 30 years, the BBC's Russia correspondent Steve Rosenberg is one of the few Western journalists still working in the country. He spoke to RFI about his daily life as a…

Radio France Internationale · Nov 1

'Protecting the Congo's forests means protecting people's lives'

The forests of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are a haven for some of the world's rarest species – but despite being protected areas, they are under threat from conflict, poaching and deforestation. After global decision-makers gathered at the United Nations' Cop17 biodiversity summit this week, Emmanuel Bahati Lukoo, a…

Radio France Internationale · Nov 1

'African leaders are not naive, they will partner with whoever makes the best offer’

The third Russia-Africa Summit took place in Moscow this week, with 48 African nations sending delegations. It comes as Moscow grapples with sanctions and isolation over its Ukraine offensive, while African governments turn to it for security assistance. However, geopolitical analyst Priyal Singh tells RFI that despite this, Russia still…

Radio France Internationale · Oct 31

Adieu, dear listeners!

This week is the final Sound Kitchen program, and it’s a doubleheader: you’ll hear the answers to TWO quiz questions, as well as TWO “Listeners Corner’s” with Paul Myers, plus a special musical choice from me to you. Just click the “Play” button above to join the feast!

Radio France Internationale · Sep 26

A doubleheader feast!

This week on The Sound Kitchen it’s a doubleheader: you’ll hear the answers to TWO quiz questions, as well as TWO “Listener's Corner" with Paul Myers, and of course, Erwan Rome’s “Music from Erwan”. So sit down, relax, and join the banquet! Just click the “play” button above to join…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 19

Corruption scandal exposes ‘absolute impunity’ in Ukraine’s energy sector

Ukraine has been shaken by a €90 million corruption scheme allegedly orchestrated by businessman Timur Mindich – a long-time associate of President Volodymyr Zelensky – prompting the president to impose asset-freezing sanctions and demand the resignation of his energy and justice ministers.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 13, 2025

Dutch elections: Wilders’ far-right PVV loses ground in shift to centre

With 99 per cent of votes counted, the Dutch election has ended in a dead heat between D66 and Geert Wilders’ PVV. Leiden University professor Bernard Steunenberg says the result signals a return to the political centre and indicates that voters are seeking practical solutions, both at home and across…

Radio France Internationale · Oct 30, 2025

Hamas attack, one year on - a view from Israel

One year after Hamas’s deadly attack on Israel, the war shows no signs of stopping. More than 1,200 Israelis died on 7 October, while Israeli strikes have since killed more than 40,000 Palestinians. Despite ceasefires and hostage exchanges, the conflict remains unresolved. This is part one of a double interview…

Radio France Internationale · Oct 7, 2024