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Pod Save Africa

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A Podcast about Africans by Africans. Great conversations with Africans of various walks on African issues of various kinds reflecting on Africa's past, present and future with a focus on progress. For any questions or concerns, email us at [email protected]

Episodes

Dear PSA - My flight left 4 hours early, what do I do?

saveafricapod.com is our website and we love it and we hope you love it to so you check it out and it is all love, thank you. Today we spill the beans on (Retired) Warlords, overly punctual airlines and the growing number of internally displaced people in Africa. It is a news update. Please enjoy. Your friends at PSA.

Nov 10, 201938 min

The Lost Genocide : A story of the Herero and Nama tragedy.

In 1904 a hundred thousand Herero and Nama people hailing from modern day Namibia were killed by german forces. Here is that story. For more resources about this story please go to : www.thirdculturetheatre.com/waptp-dramaturgy Check out our website saveafricapod.com (Please note that the wailing at the beginning is used thematically but is music from the Massai tribe of Kenya) Further credit to Vice News and FT news for the thematic audio utilized in this podcast.

Nov 04, 201935 min

Closed Borders, Crashed Planes And Catastrophic Floods

We are back with the news but first check out our website at saveafricapod.com! Floods in South Sudan, Legal proceedings against Boeing and Closed Borders are all part of today's news update. Enjoy!

Oct 28, 201945 min

Pod Save Africa Live

saveafricapod.com is our new website and we love you and we love it so we would love it if you took a look at it. Also! we had a live podcast! Kansola and Akinade got to interview Sarah Bekele (A news anchor), Sali Kamara (a freelance makeup artist) and Isha Nabay (A hairstylist and business owner). Please enjoy this recording we hosted in front of a live studio audience of over 250 people!

Oct 20, 201959 min

Steel Coffin : The Death Of Uncle Bob

MUGABE WAS NOT BURIED IN AN ADIDAS BODY BAG! Today we discuss Mugabe's legacy and what his death means for Zimbabwe. Also check out our new website at saveafricapod.com The season will be back in 2 weeks starting off with audio from our first live show. We look forward to talking to you soon.

Oct 06, 201946 min

Through the eyes of African Women

This week Ms Anwuli Okonjo tells us about her non profit, Through the Eyes of African Women (TEAW) and what it means to amplify the voices of African Women. On the back of a major event that involved police officers assaulting Nigerian women, Anwuli details the importance of collaborating and providing spaces for social change. Check out TEAW's website at www.theeyesofafricanwomen.com or @teawAfrica on twitter. ALSO! POD SAVE AFRICA IS ON SPOTIFY!!

May 19, 201944 min

Stears Nigeria - In God We Trust, Every One Else Must Bring Data

Stears.ng is a remarkable platform that provides data based reporting on Nigerian issues. Today Michael Famoroti (@Mikey_Fam) shares the story of how Stears.ng started, the documentation of the Nigerian elections and what we can expect from Stears in the future. Follow us @podsaveafrica on instagram for more midweek news.

May 12, 201933 min

The Will Of The Rainbow Nation - The South African Elections

Tomorrow, South Africa will decide in one of its most important elections in its history. This election will either serve as an indictment of the recent leadership of the ANC or a reaffirmation of the trust the people of south Africa have put in them. It may also spell the beginning of a different answer in Julius Malema and the EFF. Zweli Hlatshwayo walks us through everything we need to know. Follow us @podsaveafrica on instagram and Zweli @zosh31

May 08, 20191 hr 1 min

Our Very Own Truths (Re-broadcast)

Enjoy one of our favorite episodes! Professor Vaughn speaks to us about religion, politics, spirituality and history of various African People. Please enjoy and follow us @podsaveafrica on instagram.

May 06, 20191 hr 3 min

Sudan : Past, Present and a hopeful Future.

Micheal Majok paints a tapestry of Sudan's history. Detailing the context within which the recent protests and events while weaving in his personal history. He describes in detail the sins of the past while detailing a wonderful future for Sudan and South Sudan. There is reason to hope. Follow us on instagram @podsaveafrica Follow Mike on instagram @mikemajok Thank you for listening.

Apr 28, 201955 min

Cyclone Idai

All you need to know about Cyclone Idai. Hundreds Dead, thousands Missing, Billions lost. Please support at: World Vision - https://donate.worldvision.org/give/cyclone-idai-relief-fund Mercy Fund - https://www.mercycorps.org/donate/humanitarian-response-fund-help-save-lives-today

Apr 14, 201914 min

Mizizi : The Acquisition Of Knowledge Is The Catalyst Of Progress

Today we get to share another great story with you. Paakow is the founder and CEO of Mizizi. He brings African pride to the limelight through fashion, here he honestly presents his story (ups and downs included). Get yourself some great African inspired gear at mizizishop.com Enjoy. Midroll Track : King by Fireboy DML (we do not own the rights to this music)

Mar 18, 201956 min

Ethiopian Airlines Crash, Uganda Vs Rwanda - News Update

Hello All, We call in a few friends today to join us in discussing some of the news from the continent. We talk through everything from the diplomatic issues between Uganda and Rwanda to the massive protests against the Algerian President. Please enjoy and follow us @podsaveafrica

Mar 10, 201931 min

Joe Sawo - Libraries For Liberia

Meet Joe Sawo, Investor, speaker and Leader. We talk about his journey growing up as an immigrant, investing in real estate and running a non-profit organization. Follow him on Instagram at @sundiaata and Support Libraries for Liberia at www.librariesforliberiafoundation.com

Mar 03, 201956 min

Nigeria Almost Decides

The national electoral commission in Nigeria announced that it would be postponing its scheduled elections 4 hours from when the first votes were expected to be cast. We talk about it. Listen and enjoy, follow us on instagram @podsaveafrica.

Feb 17, 201926 min

Karo Omu - Free Sanitary Aid

I had the great privilege of interviewing Karo Omu (@duchesskk), She runs Free Sanitary Aid Nigeria, a non-profit committed to furthering the cause of less fortunate women and girls in Nigeria. She especially works to improve the situation for women that have been displaced by terrorist insurgencies in the northern part of Nigeria. In running this podcast, I have the unique privilege of having profoundly inspiring conversations that motivate me to do more. This was one of those special conversat...

Feb 03, 201956 min

News Sprint - Sudan, Nairobi, Nigeria And Zimbabwe

Hello All! On this news update, we discuss the ongoing protests in Sudan and Zimbabwe while addressing the Nigerian Elections and the current situation there. Please Rate us on iTunes! Please follow us @podsaveafrica on Instagram, we will love you forever.

Jan 27, 201920 min

I Like To Move It Move It - Your January 13th News Update

Cheers to you and your determination in continuing all your new years resolutions! While you jog on that treadmill/ lift that weight/ eat that salad/ avoid those haters, we have prepared news update on the African just for you to stay caught up while you do sit ups. Everything from Internet in Madagascar to Protests in Sudan are covered this episode. Cheers to you, Enjoy.

Jan 13, 201935 min

Pod Save Africa, New Year New We

Happy New Year Friends! Welcome to 2019. We wish you a phenomenally enriching and amazing year ahead with a multitude of successes. In this Episode, We take a good look at the past year and review some of our highlights from the year 2018. Thank you for being with us and have a phenomenal week ahead. We look forward to bringing even more excellent content.

Jan 07, 201947 min

Mr Jackson On Cameroon, Qaddafi, Kagame And Love

Follow us @podsaveafrica on instagram. I sit down with Mr. Jackson to hear him share his perspectives on a variety of issues relating to the African Continent as it is and as it was. He shares his unique takes on the structural relationships and pressures affecting specific leaders past and present on the African Continent. Please enjoy!

Dec 16, 201846 min

Is Monogamy Un-african? - The African Debates

Follow us on Instagram @podsaveafrica! Thanks for tuning in today. We got to attend a debate over whether or not Monogamy is Un-african. The two individuals shared their opposing perspectives on the topic and it made for a very lively and enjoyable debate. I had the privilege of recording it and We really hope you enjoy it. Thanks and the PSA family wishes you a thoroughly enjoyable holiday season.

Dec 09, 20181 hr 7 min

The Candidates For The Nigerian 2019 Elections

My family and I got to kick it and spend time together this past weekend as part of the thanksgiving holiday. We often discuss politics so I decided to moderate and record one of our conversations about the upcoming Nigerian presidential elections. We talk about 9 candidates and share our perspectives on their candidacy.

Nov 25, 20181 hr 9 min

The Subtext

This episode, Osarumen talks to us about his new venture, subtext.io. He evaluates companies and technology for a living and he now shares many of his thoughts on technology and companies via this new medium. You can signup for this at thesubtext.io I am personally a huge fan of the manner in which he delivers his thoughts and I strongly recommend that anyone interested in the current state and future of African technology and business should sign up. Follow him on twitter @skweird and follow us...

Nov 11, 201846 min

News Update October 28th 2018

Hello All! Follow us @podsaveafrica on Insta. Enjoy this episode of news updates where we discuss everything from Ethiopia's strides in creating gender balanced leadership to Kanye west giving Uganda's president Museveni some Yeezy's Enjoy.

Oct 29, 201829 min

African Anonymous - The first time I got In trouble

This Episode is brought to you by Asa Afrique. This brand sources and sells some of the most beautiful designs from the African Continent. Please check them out at asaafrique.com and @asaafrique. Welcome to Africans Anonymous. It is a sporadic series in which we bring topical stories from the lives of africans and share them with you along consistent themes. The theme for this week is "the first time I got in trouble" Please enjoy and follow us @podsaveafrica on instagram.

Oct 21, 201826 min

Episode 48 - ChinAfrica

Let's Talk about China, This episode we layout the arguments for whether or not China is good for the African Continent. Enjoy! and while you are enjoying follow us @podsaveafrica on Instagram. We *Heart* You

Oct 14, 201818 min

Season 3 and Your Summer Recap

WE ARE BACK!!!! Welcome to season 3 y'all, we are happy to be back. We decided to start you off with a recap news update. Lot's happened this summer and we wanted to bring you up to speed with the news. Please Enjoy and Follow us on Instagram @podsaveafrica

Oct 07, 201847 min
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