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How can genetically engineered mosquitoes stop malaria‪?‬ Focus on Africa

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The first batch of genetically modified mosquitoes is being released in Djibouti in a bid to stop the spread of malaria carrying vectors that bite during the day and thrive in urban areas. How does this work?
Also, an overview of South Africa's 'historic' elections.   Who are the main parties and what are the issues?
And scientists trace the origins of one of Africa's most iconic trees, the baobab tree, to Madagascar.  Why are they in decline on the Island?
Presenter: Richard Kagoe
Producers: Charles Gitonga, Frenny Jowi, Rob Wilson and Paul Bakibinga
Technical Producer: Daniela Victoria Varela Hernandez
Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

The first batch of genetically modified mosquitoes is being released in Djibouti in a bid to stop the spread of malaria carrying vectors that bite during the day and thrive in urban areas. How does this work?
Also, an overview of South Africa's 'historic' elections.   Who are the main parties and what are the issues?
And scientists trace the origins of one of Africa's most iconic trees, the baobab tree, to Madagascar.  Why are they in decline on the Island?
Presenter: Richard Kagoe
Producers: Charles Gitonga, Frenny Jowi, Rob Wilson and Paul Bakibinga
Technical Producer: Daniela Victoria Varela Hernandez
Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

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