Rwanda’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. Three decades ago, it was the site of one of the most horrifying genocides of the 20th century. Today, it stands as one of Africa’s most stable, economically vibrant, and internationally engaged nations. But beneath the glowing headlines lies a more complicated reality—one shaped by strict political control, regional tensions, and the ever-present influence of its long-time leader, Paul Kagame. How did Rwanda rebuild so rapidly? What price has be...
Mar 05, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Let's look at The Dahomey Empire, its strengths, weaknesses, the Agojie warriors, the transatlantic slave trade and how the empire failed 00:00:20: Introduction 00:01:30: Dahomey's founding 00:02:00: How the warrior kingdom was built 00:02:45: The Agojie 00:03:45: Dahomey's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade 00:05:00: The beginning of the decline 00:05:15: Wars with the French 00:05:55: Dahomey's current influence Website here Instagram...
Mar 01, 2025•7 min•Season 3Ep. 20
The Ghana Empire, also known as Wagadou or the Kingdom of Ghana, was a powerful West African empire that flourished from the 6th or 7th century CE until 1235 CE. Located in the western Sudan savannah region (modern southern Mauritania and Mali), it became wealthy through its control of trans-Saharan trade routes and gold production, earning it the nickname "Land of Gold". The empire's capital, Koumbi Saleh, was a large city with an estimated population of 15,000 to 20,000 people, featuring wells...
Feb 21, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 19
How is the United States recent actions going to affect the world and what is next for African countries that receive AID. Also, read find blog post for this episode here article link Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com...
Feb 17, 2025•13 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Let's look at The Aksumite Empire, how it shaped trade around Meditteranean, and how it adopted Christianity before most African empires 00:00:50: Introduction 00:01:20: Aksum's story 00:02:00: Trade and Wealth 00:03:05: Aksumite Stelae 00:04:00: Aksum adopts Christianity 00:04:50: Aksum and Bysantine Empire 00:05:00 The Fall of Aksum 00:05:40 The Fall of Aksum Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com For you Little P!...
Jan 29, 2025•7 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Here is another episode, Millennial Africans! Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com
Jan 20, 2025•15 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Hello Millennial Africans. Happy New Year! In this episode I talk about a few things 1. 2025 events so far 2. Predictions for the year - State of DEI - Far right governments - Artificial intelligence - Wars around the world - Investments (not advice) 3. Podcast in 2025 - Interviews coming soon Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com https://millennialafrican.com/article/wYodVuKSLzXIIUCEtNAI...
Jan 13, 2025•16 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Let's look at how Shaka Zulu transformed a small clan into a Kingdom 00:00:30: Introduction 00:01:20: Who are the Zulu and who is Shaka Zulu? 00:02:00: Shaka Zulu's rise to power 00:03:00: Innovations and Zulu transformation 00:04:00: Leadership style and effects on wider southern Africa 00:05:00: Anglo - Zulu war 00:05:50: Cultural impacts and traditions 00:06:10:Shaka Zulu's legacy 00:06:30: Lessons learned Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft...
Dec 26, 2024•8 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Joy, togetherness and love are the root of these celebrations. But before we begin let's hear some interesting Christmas traditions from around the world. 1. The Festive Feasts 2. Church and Caroling with a Twist 3. The Sacred and the Spiritual: The Golden Calf in Ethiopia 4. Japan’s Finger-Lickin’ Christmas 5. Roller-Skating to Church in Venezuela 6. The Yule Goat of Sweden Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com...
Dec 22, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 13
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Dec 17, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 12
#Songhai #Mali #Timbuktu #AskiaTheGreat #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website here Instagram
Dec 13, 2024•7 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Join Acquah Baiden and David Agyeman Duodu for this week's episode as we explore events worldwide. Some of the top news from around includes a new suspicious outbreak in DR Congo that has killed 79 people, and an Arsenal Fan who was shot dead while celebrating the win over Manchester United Show timeline below 00:02:00: Australia approves social media ban for children under 16 00:05:00: South Korea's 2-hour martial law 00:09:45: United Healthcare CEO killed 00:14:30: Niger junta takes control of...
Dec 08, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Talking about The Nok Civilization as part of our forgotten African civilisations. 00:00:22: Introduction 00:00:40: Why are the Noks important? 00:01:20: Who were the Nok? 00:01:30: Terracotta sculptures 00:02:00: Nok Iron, and their daily lives 00:02:30: Nok architecture 00:04:14: Significance of sculptures 00:03:40: As seen in African art today 00:04:00: What happened to them 00:04:55: What can we learn from the Nok #Nok #NokArt #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website...
Dec 06, 2024•6 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Talking about The kingdom of Benin as part of our forgotten African civilisations. 00:25:00: What is The Kingdom of Benin known for? 00:55:50: What did they do? 00:01:20: Benin's history and leadership. 00:02:10: Benin's art, bronzes as we know them 00:03:10: Benin's economic power 00:03:40: Benin's part in the transatlantic slave trade 00:04:14: What happened to The Kingdom of Benin? 00:05:00: The lessons #Benin #BeninBronzes #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website here...
Dec 01, 2024•6 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Talking about the Great Zimbabwe civilisation as part of our forgotten civilizations in Africa. 00:55:06: Who were the Great Zimbabwe? 00:01:50: What did they symbolize 00:02:00: It's influence 00:02:30: What happened? 00:03:00: Why is this fascinating 00:03:15: What can we leave from them #Zimbabwe #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website here Instagram...
Nov 21, 2024•4 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In this episode, we explore the fascinating civilizations that flourished along the Nile River, focusing on their cultures, traditions, and technological advancements. 00:00:00 - 00:01:05: Introduction The Nile River's role in shaping ancient civilizations Overview of the episode's content 00:01:06 - 00:02:50: The Nile Valley and Ancient Egypt The Nile's impact on agriculture and settlement patterns Development of irrigation systems and flood prediction Ancient Egyptian social structure: Pharaoh...
Nov 21, 2024•6 min•Season 3Ep. 5
00:01:06: Why Arent We Aware? 00:01:36: Nok Civilization 00:02:24: The Kingdom Of Kush 00:03:19: Carthaginian Empire 00:04:04: Great Zimbabwe 00:04:54: Mali Empire 00:05:45: Benin Kingdom 00:06:37: What Happened To Them? Website here Instagram...
Oct 06, 2024•8 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Our weekly look at events around the world 00:00:10: Intro 00:00:47: Our Week 00:01:52: Attacks In Bamako, Mali 00:06:16: Russian's Satellite Deal With Juntas 00:09:55: Ghana's Gender Equity Law 00:13:57: Sri Lanka's New Anti-Corruption President 00:18:35: Olaf Scholz Beats AFD In Regional Elections, Germany 00:22:04: Wins And Failures Website here Instagram...
Sep 29, 2024•25 min•Season 3Ep. 3
00:02:00: African Movies in the 90s 00:02:49: Ewaju 00:04:41: Current State 00:05:31: Opportunities for investment Website here Instagram
Sep 25, 2024•7 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Lesley's work as an architecture is an example of how we can mitigate the impacts of colonization. The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the economic legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram...
Jan 26, 2024•8 min•Season 2Ep. 13
The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the social legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram
Jan 21, 2024•11 min•Season 2Ep. 12
The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the economic legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram
Jan 21, 2024•11 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the social legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram
Jan 14, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 10
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Dec 20, 2023•17 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Help me begin to explore parenting the African dad style. Website here Instagram
Dec 13, 2023•5 min•Season 2Ep. 7
2023 has seen the most deaths of migrants on the mediterranean. Here is how the mass migration is changing the social, economic and political landscape of Europe. Website here Instagram
Dec 11, 2023•7 min•Season 2Ep. 6
2023 has seen the most deaths of migrants on the mediterranean. Here are some facts, and a brief discussion on why it is important for us to pay attention. Website here Instagram
Dec 03, 2023•6 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Were we right about the coupes in Africa? Website here Instagram
Nov 19, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Will mineral-rich underdeveloped countries ever be developed? We look at the effects of the electronics supply chain on the Democratic Republic of Congo and discuss if there is any way out. Website here Instagram
Nov 12, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 3
We examine the Prosper Africa Build Together Campaign. What does it mean, what will change, who benefits and how does it affect millennial Africans? These are some of the issues we discuss Website here Instagram
Nov 05, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 2
