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Alternative Convos is a discussion show at the intersection between social cohesion and social change in Africa. It is an alternative platform, a safe space for alternative views.
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Episodes

Reimagining Development in Africa: From Data to Dialogue, Accountability to Action

In Season 2 episode 12 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Blessing Osagie Christopher, Senior MEAL Coordinator at the Pledge For Change Secretariat about Reimagining Development in Africa: From Data to Dialogue, Accountability to Action Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on imp...

Jun 19, 202529 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Sustainable Fashion for Climate Action: Eco-Friendly Solutions for Economic Empowerment

In Season 2 episode 11 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Samuel Kumi-Gyau, Founder of Gold Coast Tokota about Sustainable Fashion for Climate Action: Eco-Friendly Solutions for Economic Empowerment Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's prog...

Jun 05, 202527 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Financial Independence for African CSOs: What It Takes and How to Get There

In Season 2 episode 10 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Allwell Akhigbe , Co-Founder and CEO of Travaille Ensemble about Financial Independence for African CSOs: What It Takes and How to Get There Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's prog...

May 22, 202534 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Selling with Purpose: How Nonprofits Can Successfully Market Their Products

In Season 2 episode 9 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Sylvia Njambi, Partnership Advisor for the Change the GameAlliance (CtGA) about how Nonprofits Can Successfully Market Their Products Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. Th...

May 08, 202530 minSeason 2Ep. 9

A New Vision for Development Policy and Practice: A Conversation with Dr. Moses Isooba

In Season 2 episode 8 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Dr. Moses Isooba, Executive Director of the Uganda National NGO Forum (UNNGOF) about a New Vision for Development Policy and Practice. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. T...

Apr 24, 202530 minSeason 2Ep. 8

How Remote Workforces Are Helping Non-Profits and Boosting Africa’s Creative Economy

In Season 2 episode 7 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Sydney Scott Sam, Chief Executive Officer of Workspace Global, about How Remote Workforces Are Helping Non-Profits and Boosting Africa’s Creative Economy Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape A...

Apr 10, 202526 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Managing Change: How to Lead a #ShiftThePower Programme for Local Impact

In Season 2 episode 6 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Robert White, Chief Executive Officer of Tilitonse Foundation about How to Lead a #ShiftThePower Programme for Local Impact. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcas...

Mar 27, 202526 minSeason 2Ep. 6

From Intern to Leader: Racheal Mwila's Journey at the Zambian Governance Foundation

In Season 2 episode 5 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Racheal Mwila, Team Manager for Operations and PhilanthropyDevelopment at the Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) about her journey from intern to a leader. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shap...

Mar 13, 202521 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Empowering Youth in Underserved Communities: MoANF's Approach to Development

In Season 2 episode 4 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Ishaq Abubakar Zico Newton, the Executive Director of the Mother of All Nations Foundation about Empowering Youth in Underserved Communities. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's prog...

Feb 27, 202533 minSeason 2Ep. 4

The Blue Economy in Africa and Opportunities for Civil Society Engagement

In Season 2 episode 3 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Dr. George Vandyck, a Maritime expert and a Programme Leader and Lecturer in Business Strategy and Operations at Plymouth Business School about the Blue Economy in Africa and Opportunities for Civil Society Engagement. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative ...

Feb 13, 202527 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Partnering for Progress: How Public Affairs Strengthens Stakeholder Engagement

In Season 2 episode 2 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Mamadou Diallo, a Public Affairs expert and a Senior Policy Advisor, Strategic Partnerships & Diplomacy at Ambassador Sidikou & Associates about how public affairs strengthens stakeholder engagement. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to...

Jan 30, 202529 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Peace and Security Trends in Africa: Reflections and Projections for 2025

In Season 2 episode 1 of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to John Frinjuah, Policy Advocacy and Influencing Officer at the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) about Peace and Security Trends in Africa: Reflections and Projections for 2025 Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights ...

Jan 16, 202528 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Re-energising Job Creation and Entrepreneurship in Africa

Welcome everyone to this episode of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. In this edition we explore a critical issue, re-energising job creation and entrepreneurship in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

Dec 19, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 16

The Future of Artivism: Trends and Innovations in Social Change

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Kim Poole, Soul-Fusion Performing Artivist and Founding Fellow of the Teaching Artist Institute (TAI), about her life as an artivist and the future of artivism. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape ...

Dec 12, 202427 minSeason 1Ep. 45

Policy in Action: Lessons from the Mepe Flood Response in Ghana

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Deborah Nana Ama Abbey, Former Emerging Public Leaders (EPL) Fellow and Communications Assistant at West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) about lessons from the Mepe Flood Response in the Volta Region of Ghana. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers...

Nov 28, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 44

E-Health: Revolutionising Healthcare and Development in Africa

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Kekeli Yaw Dorkenoo, Founder and CEO of Keldork Global Innovations based in Accra, Ghana about how E-Health is revolutionising healthcare and development in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that sh...

Nov 14, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Decentralising Activism through the Power of Leaderless Youth Movements: The Case of Kenya

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Hellen Kuria, Programme Coordinator - Community Voice and Philanthropy at the Kenya Community Development Foundation about her perspectives on Gen Z protests and movement building in Kenya. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on...

Oct 31, 202427 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Civil Society and Government Relations in a Democratic Environment: Prospects and Challenges

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Dr. David Sidikie Yambasu, Director of Ministerial Follow-Up and Strategic Coordination at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in the Republic of Sierra Leone about his perspectives on the challenges and prospects of civil society government relations. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for pass...

Oct 17, 202429 minSeason 1Ep. 41

The Entrenched Power: Political Party Duopolies in Modern Democracies

Welcome everyone to this episode of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. In this edition we explore a critical issue: the entrenched dominance of political party duopolies in some countries. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

Oct 10, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Tackling Child Marriage Through Agricultural Empowerment and Livelihood Support: The Quest of the Girls Empowerment Initiative

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Aisha Saliho Dukuray, the Executive Director of the Girls Empowerment Initiative Sierra Leone about tackling Child Marriage Through Agricultural Empowerment and Livelihood Support. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on importan...

Oct 03, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Strengthening Africa: Leadership and Development with Michael of LeadAfrique International

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Micheal Ohene-Effah, the co-founder of LeadAfrique International and the director of IntelAfrique Limited about about the leadership challenge in Africa and his mission to change the narrative. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insight...

Sep 19, 202430 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Overcoming Barriers and Promoting Synergy Between Academia and Development Practice

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Gervin Chanase, a doctoral candidate at the Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences in Bavaria, Germany and an accomplished international development expert about the overcoming barriers and promoting synergy Between academia and development practice. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skille...

Sep 06, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Time for Gen Z's and Millennials to Step Up and Lead Africa into a Brighter Future?

Welcome everyone to this episode of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. In this edition we explore a critical issue: the urgent need for Gen Z and Millennials to step up and lead Africa into a brighter future. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

Aug 29, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Empowering Marginalised Communities: Insights from Dr. Joyce Wangari Ngugi

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Dr Joyce Wangari Ngugi, a renowned consultant psychologist and researcher about the importance of inclusive practices that cater to the unique needs of diverse populations, particularly those with disabilities For more information about her work, click here: https://www.wangari.africa/ Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform ...

Aug 23, 202434 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Redefining Prosperity: Exploring Alternative Futures in a Climate Crisis

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Catherine Rodgers, Co-head Social Economic Systems at Greenpeace International about alternative Futures in a Climate Crisis. For more information about this important work, click here: https://www.greenpeace.org/international/publication/62592/growing-the-alternatives/ Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate a...

Aug 09, 202422 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Moulding the Future of Activism with Faith-Based Values: Insights from the Central Leadership Programme

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Ewurama Bennin, Programme Manager, Central Leadership Programme (CLP), an initiative of the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC) about it's quest to nurture activist leaders driven by faith based values in all spheres of life in Ghana and within the African continent For more information about CLP, click here: https://clp.centralgospel.com/ Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and dr...

Jul 26, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 35

The importance of Cultural Education for Development Workers

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Fiifi Boateng, Communication and Information Officer, West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) about the importance of Cultural Education for Development Workers. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that s...

Jul 11, 202430 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Exploring Africa's Start-Up Ecosystem and the Role of Digital Entrepreneurs

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Kofi Sam, Chief Vision Officer, Digital Foundation Africa about Africa's Start-Up Ecosystem and the Role of Digital Entrepreneurs Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast...

Jun 28, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Empowering Communities in South Africa Through Enterprise Development

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to South African born Sekgametsi Mojanaga, Head of SMME Community at Township Fleva, a subsidiary of Rhiza Holdings about the intersection between enterprise development and social impact. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on imp...

Jun 14, 202429 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Driving Innovation and Social Impact in Creative Business Development in Nigeria: The TASCK Story

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Jennifer Agaldo about driving Innovation and Social Impact in Creative Business Development in Nigeria. For more information about TASCK, Access here: https://thetasck.com/ Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues...

May 31, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 31
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