Best Africansinstem Podcasts (2024)

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EP 136: Jenalea Rajab,Championing Linguistic Diversity and Inclusion in AI 27:11

4h ago27:11

27:11

In today's episode, our guest Jenalea Rajab from Lelapa AI talks about her work in reshaping the landscape of natural language processing but and championing the cause of underrepresented languages. Jenalea's transition from the field of electrical engineering to AI innovation is as intriguing as it is inspiring, offering invaluable lessons in how …

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EP 135: Aulan Lucrece Zahoundo, Quantum Computing and Quantum Machine Learning 27:03

1M ago27:03

27:03

Listen to the first episode of #AfricanWomenInAI Series with Aulan Lucrece Zahoundo, the Quantum AI expert from Benin. She gives us an exclusive look into her groundbreaking PhD work with the AIMS Institute at the University of Ghana Within the dynamic field where quantum computing meets machine learning, Aulan's story is one that breaks barriers a…

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EP 134: Tabitha Wangechi, Championing for a Harassment-Free Cyber Experience for Women 34:29

2M ago34:29

34:29

In this episode, we are happy to have Tabitha Wangechi, a Digital Security Advocate from Kenya. She sheds light on the dark side of the internet where women are often targets to doxing, revenge pornography, and the barrage of digital harassment women face. Listen to this and more on the solutions available for digital harassment. LinkedIn: Tabitha …

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EP 133: Asonele Kotu, Tackling Period Poverty and Empowering African Girls 29:52

2M ago29:52

29:52

Prepare to be moved by Asonele Kotu' s work is rewriting the narrative for young girls in Africa. Asonele Kotu from South Africa is the founder of Femconnect and a Social Impact Entrepreneur. She talks about period poverty, the transformative education Femconnect provides on menstruation and family planning and tackling the deep-rooted stigmas surr…

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EP 132: Johnmark Ochieng, A Storyteller's Guide to the Galaxy 23:44

3M ago23:44

23:44

Our guest today is Johnmark Ochieng, a journalist and science communicator from Kenya. As a corporate communications officer at the Kenya Space Agency, he channels storytelling into his work, creating bridges between complex space science and the enchanting stories of the night sky. Join us on this intriguing conversation on how he made his way her…

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EP 131: Olaitan Owoyemi, Shaping the Future of Healthcare in Africa 24:23

3M ago24:23

24:23

As we officially launch season 5 of the Root of the Science Podcast, we engage in a very interesting conversation with Olaitan Owoyemi from Nigeria. Oloitan is an expert in medical diagnostics and science communication. In this episode, he talks about some cutting-edge medical technologies and his transformative projects that are redefining the hea…

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EP 130: Prof Tavneet Suri, Food Security and Climate Resilience using Microbial Fertilizers 24:55

4M ago24:55

24:55

What is the potential of microbial fertilizers in enhancing food security and mitigating climate change effects in sub-Saharan Africa? Prof. Tavneet Suri, a Kenyan professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management, brings to discussed the concept of microbial fertilizers from production, application and potential challenges. Could they potentially re…

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EP 129: Enock Chikava, Strategies for a Climate Resilient Future in Agriculture 23:31

5M ago23:31

23:31

Imagine a future where global agricultural challenges are successfully conquered, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Enoch Chikava, Interim Director of Agriculture Development at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, joins us on this episode to share the foundation's strategies and partnerships designed to accelerate agricultural development and …

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EP 128: Ruth Makena Mugaa, Journey with Gigantomastia and Founding Gigantomastia Foundation 19:45

5M ago19:45

19:45

What if you had to live with a rare, life-altering medical condition? Ruth Makena Mugaa, an advocate of the High Court of Kenya and founder of the Gigantomastia Foundation, faced gigantomastia and founded an organization to connect people to treatment of the rare condition. Join us as Ruth shares her personal journey and more about gigantomastia. F…

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EP 127: Innocent Deckocks, Women, Youth, and the Pursuit of Climate Justice 29:56

6M ago29:56

29:56

Ever wondered about the transformative role women and youth can play in combating climate change? Listen to this compelling conversation with Innocent Deckocks from Kenya, founder of Eco-Sanctify Consultants Limited and research associate at ECAS Institute. We delve deep into climate governance and justice, youth and women participation in climate …

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Recap of the #STEMSolutionsAfrica Series 11:07

6M ago11:07

11:07

Hold your breath as we bring down the curtain on our monumental #STEMSolutionsAfrica series, a part of the Africa No Filter Gates Foundation Storify Cohort 2023. We have had the privilege to amplify the voices of African STEM experts laboring tirelessly to drive transformative change. Prepare yourself to revisit our past episodes with Professor Taf…

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EP 126: Baby Checker, AI Solution for Maternal Health with Enya Seguin 28:08

7M ago28:08

28:08

This is the fourth and final episode in the #STEMSolutionsAfrica series. We're thrilled to have Enya Seguin, the unit manager of the Baby Checker, a portable AI ultrasound technology that is already changing lives. Find out more about how this technology is being utilized in underserved communities in Africa, how it detects pregnancy risks, the fut…

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EP 125:Stephanie Okeyo, Science Communicator and Engager 31:32

7M ago31:32

31:32

The guest today is Stephanie Okeyo, a microbiologist turned science communicator. Stephanie is originally from Kenya and currently living in Austria. Get ready to listen to the compelling journey of Stephanie in science communication, establishing Under the Microscope organization and her current quest of raising funds for her masters degree. Linke…

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Trailer of #STEMsolutionsStories 3:58

8M ago3:58

3:58

Wondering how STEM solutions can make a difference in Africa? Tune into STEM Solutions Stories as we have discussions with African innovators who are shaping their world. Let's embark on an inspiring journey with STEM Solutions Stories, where impactful tales of change await. Support the show Follow the show on: Twitter: @Rootofscipod Instagram: @Ro…

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EP 124:The Intersection of Traditional Knowledge and Modern Maternal Healthcare in Africa with Dr. Maurine Musie 33:13

8M ago33:13

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Today, we engage in a conversation with Dr. Maurine Musie, the youngest PHD holder at the University of Pretoria Nursing Department, South Africa. Her groundbreaking work as an advanced midwife specialist and lecturer at the University of Pretoria, opens up a fresh dialogue on the confluence of traditional medical wisdom and modern healthcare pract…

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EP 123: Marlene Ato, Medical Psychologist & a Reproductive Health Advocate 31:21

8M ago31:21

31:21

The guest today is Marlene Ato from Kenya. A beacon in the field of medical psychology, Marlene takes us through the fascinating world of tele-counselling ,her passion for reproductive health advocacy and more. Twitter: @marlene_ato Instagram: @marlene_ato LinkedIn: marlene ato Support the show Follow the show on: Twitter: @Rootofscipod Instagram: …

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EP 122: Advancing Equality through AI and Cutting-Edge Technologies with Zameer Brey 40:48

9M ago40:48

40:48

This is the second episode produced under the #STEMSolutionsAfrica series. The guest today is Zameer Brey, the Interim Deputy Director for Technology Diffusion at the Gates Foundation. He gives us a rare glimpse into the backstage of technological revolutions and how AI is breaking barriers to access vital resources in developing nations and margin…

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EP 121: Nobukhosi Ndlovu, Pharmacist Intern & Founder Legitmental Blog 27:36

9M ago27:36

27:36

My guest today is Nobukhosi Ndlovu originally from Zimbabwe and currently based in South Africa. She is a Pharmacist Intern and the founder of Legitmental Blog. She talks about her work, her experience during her unemployment period, the birth of Legitmental blog and more. Twitter: @nobue_khosi Instagram: @snapyescapes LinkedIn: nobhukhosi-ndlovu S…

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EP 120: Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture Amid The Climate Change Crisis with Prof. Tafadzwanashe Mabhaudhi 30:58

10M ago30:58

30:58

This is the first episode produced under the #STEMSolutionsAfrica. The guest today is Prof. Tafadzwanashe Mabhaudhi, an Associate Professor at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and Director for the Centre for Transformative Agriculture and Food Systems. He explains the work he does in various projects , the application of the Systems Thinking Model i…

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EP 119: Dr Brunette Katsandegwaza - Experimental Infectious Disease Researcher 53:01

11M ago53:01

53:01

My guest today is Dr Brunette Katsandegwaza, originally from Zimbabwe and now based in Belgium. She’s an experimental infectious disease researcher at the University of Liege. in this episode, she shares about her research on helminth infections and respiratory viruses, the root of her science, the perks of being in academia, and more! Twitter: Pai…

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EP 118 : Amukelani Maluleke - PhD Student in Botany & Zoology 22:23

12M ago22:23

22:23

My guest is Amukelani Maluleke from South Africa. He is a PhD student in Botany and Zoology at Stellenbosch University, South Africa. In this episode, we chat about his love for photography and how it marries into his beautifully with his research work. He tells us about this work which is done on ecosystem-scale carbon dioxide, water and energy ex…

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EP 117: Dr Alice Mbewe- Translational Scientist & Founder of Fill My Cup 35:40

1y ago35:40

35:40

My guest today is Dr Alice Mbewe from Malawi. Dr Alice is a translational science champion from Malawi, who's bridging the gap between discovery science and impactful healthcare. Tune in as she shares her science roots, academic journey & her faith-based side project called 'Fill my Cup' on Instagram. Alice T Mbewe: Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin…

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EP 116:Gwana Jusline Akoh - Computer Engineering Student 27:55

1y ago27:55

27:55

Hello everyone! I'm excited to announce that this episode is proudly brought to you by Resound Desire and APVA. Today, I'm thrilled to introduce my guest, Gwana Juslin Akah from Cameroon. Gwana is a third-year computer engineering student, and we'll be chatting about her passions and side hustles. We'll also discuss the roots of her interest in sci…

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EP 115: Dr Justina Onumah- Senior Research Scientist 53:43

1y ago53:43

53:43

My guest today is Dr Justina Onumah from Ghana. She is a Senior research scientist with expertise in the field of economics of innovation and development. Currently working at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ghana. Justina is passionate about the science-policy interface. She is a former Next Einstein Forum ambassador, mo…

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EP 114: Talita Turvey - Msc Student in Medicinal Plant Science 52:10

1y ago52:10

52:10

My guest today is Talita Turvey born and bred in South Africa. Talita describes herself as a scientist/musician/and full-time worker. In this episode, she talks about all these facets of her life such as her music career, the root of her science story and the research she is currently working on for her plant science MSc degree that focuses on mela…

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EP 113: Nkosi Sithole- Master Student in Environment and Sustainable Education 48:56

1y ago48:56

48:56

My guest is Nkosi Sithole born and bred in South Africa in KwaZulu-Natal. As the first recording of the year we chatted about new year's resolutions, the importance of education as a key to many doors and her parents being prime examples. Due to her passion for education, Nkosi started an NPO called ReEnvisage. Currently, she’s You are an MSc stude…

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EP 112: Moloko Moshokoa an MSc Student in Chemical Technology 50:03

1+ y ago50:03

50:03

Moloko Moshokoa an MSc Student in Chemical Technology from South Africa is my guest today. She shares about her current research that aims to improve the bioproduction of a platform chemical called succinic acid touching on the importance. She also talks about the ROOT of her science, her role as a mom and wife and the highs including the lows in h…

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EP 111: Season 3 Finale: Science For All Students of Malawi Liverpool Welcome Program 1:08:54

1+ y ago1:08:54

1:08:54

This week, as the third season comes to a close, I will be conducting interviews with four undergraduate students from the Science for All Program of the Malawi Liverpool Welcome Program. They will discuss their paths into their respective stem fields, the courses they are currently enrolled in, and their aspirations for the future. The program's c…

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EP 110: Puseletso Manyaka-Lesofe- Medical Biological Scientist 39:43

1+ y ago39:43

39:43

Puseletso Manyaka-Lesofe, a medical biological scientist from South Africa, is my guest today. She discusses how her mother and her teachers had a significant influence on her decision to pursue a career in science. We learn more about her subsequent academic career. Puseletso discusses the difficulties of juggling a family, a job, and education as…

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EP 109:Thando Mazomba- MSc Graduate of Physical Oceanography, All-Atlantic Ocean Youth Ambassador, Marine Manager & Co-founder and Co-director of The Beach Co-op 53:57

1+ y ago53:57

53:57

My guest today is Thando Mazomba, an MSc Graduate of physical Oceanography, All-Atlantic Ocean Youth Ambassadors, Marine Manager and co-founder and Co-director of The Beach Co-op. In this episode we hear about her academic journey in the marine and environmental space. She then discusses the importance of transformation and representation in the ma…

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EP 108: Black Ecologist Panel Discussion- Collab With British Ecological Society 50:16

1+ y ago50:16

50:16

Today's episode is a collaboration with British Ecological Society . Listen as Anne Chisa hosts : Daniel Pauley, Mthokozisi Moyo and Nasiphi Bitani. They spoke of their journeys as black #ecologists & importance of action to impact real change + MORE. Support the show Follow the show on: Twitter: @Rootofscipod Instagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The …

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EP 107: Qhelile Bhebhe- PhD Student in Food Security 28:04

1+ y ago28:04

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Qhelile Bhebhe from Zimbabwe currently in South Africa is my guest today. She's a PhD student in Food security at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. In this episode, we learn her influences that made her get into science. She takes us on a journey about the process of her applying for her PhD program and the tribulations and how she overcame it. She …

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EP 106: Ngoni Mujuru- Senior Software Engineer 31:57

1+ y ago31:57

31:57

My guest today is senior software engineer Ngoni Mujuru a Zimbabwean currently based in South Africa. In this episode we learn his journey into the science field, talking about how his time in university helped birth his tech startup he co-founded called EaziCode a code tutoring company passionate about software development especially for children.…

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EP 105: Takalani Netshipale - Civil Engineer 27:12

1+ y ago27:12

27:12

Takalani Netshipale, a South African, is my guest today. She is a civil engineer who is currently employed by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health in South Africa. In this episode, we talk about how she got into engineering and what it was like for her as a female engineer both in academic and in the professional setting. As a project manager ove…

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EP 103: Tebogo Maleka- PhD Candidate in Enviromental Management 28:26

1+ y ago28:26

28:26

My guest today is Tebogo Maleka aka the "Green Goddess." She's born and raised in South Africa. Tebogo is an environmental professional and PhD candidate in environmental management. In this episode Tebogo shares many interesting stories about how she came about do her exciting research focused on quantifying & examining the removal efficiency of m…

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EP 102: Dr Khumbuzile Bophela- Plant Pathology Lecturer 48:52

1+ y ago48:52

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Dr. Khumbuzile Bophela from South Africa is my guest today. At present she is a lecturer in plant pathology at the University of Pretoria in South Africa. We learn about the current study focsed on the potential contamination sources of Phytophthora species in South African citrus nurseries she is conducting for her post-doc fellowship. In this epi…

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EP 101: Sarah Nyakeri- Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics Student + Host of The Vulnerable Scientist Podcast 48:49

2y ago48:49

48:49

This episode we have Sarah Nyakeri from Kenya. She is a MSc student in Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics at The International Livestock Research Institute , Kenya. Also Sarah is the founder and the host of The Vulnerable Scientist Podcast. Tune in as we hear about her podcast, her research on improving CBPP vaccines for cows & MORE! Twitter: @th…

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EP 100: Kim Ndlovu- PhD Student in Microbiology 35:29

2y ago35:29

35:29

Kim Ndlovu is from Zimbabwe and currently based in United States. She a PhD student in microbiology at Ohio State University. In this episode she shares her journey to science that includes living in 4 countries. She discusses her current research projects the main one involving phage therapy. Kim shares in detail the importance of this work. Tune …

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EP 99: Tsumbedzo Ramalevha- PhD Student in Plant Functional Ecology 37:28

2y ago37:28

37:28

Tsembedzo is a PhD student in plant functional ecology he tells us about this research and its importance. He shares about his academic journey and the ROOT of his science. Further, he shares about the importance of taking care of his mental health and MORE. Twitter: matari_tsumbe LinkedIn & Facebook: Tsumbedzo L. Ramalevha Support the show Follow …

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EP 98: Tasvi Daya- PhD Student in Cancer Science 40:28

2y ago40:28

40:28

My guest today is Tasvi Daya from South Africa. She's a PhD student in cancer science at University of Witwatesrand and her research is focus on understanding pancreatic cancer. Apart from this exciting research we chat about The ROOT of her science, her academic journey and we learn more about the "human side" of Tasvi who shares some of her passi…

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EP 97: Dedication to Ndoni Mcunu- Climate Scientist, Founder and CEO of BWIS 28:42

2y ago28:42

28:42

Hello everyone! Welcome to Episode 97. This week's episode is a very special one as it is a dedication to honor the memory of a dear friend and mentor Ndoni Mcunu who sadly passed away on 16 April 2022. Ndoni played a significant role in helping me start this podcast and supported me and the vision of amplifying Africans in STEM globally. It was on…

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EP 96: Lubablo Tybosch- CEO of Uniqova Software Development Company 40:14

2y ago40:14

40:14

Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 96. Lubabalo Tybosch from South Africa is my guest today. He tells us how he got into the world of information technology (IT) in this episode. This was the first step toward him founding Uniqova, a software development company. Lubabalo discusses the company's vision as well as the ups and downs of building somet…

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EP 95: Remous Ocloo - PhD Candidate in Medical Microbiology 41:01

2y ago41:01

41:01

Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 95. Remous Ocloo, originally from Ghana but now located in South Africa, is my guest today. His father and sibling encouraged him to pursue a career in science. He actually wanted to be a doctor, but it didn't work out. He takes us on a journey through his academic career, describing some of the highs and lows alo…

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EP 94: Letta Mahlohonolo- PhD Candidate in Chemical Engineering 31:06

2y ago31:06

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Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 94. Letta Ntuli is my guest today; she is a PhD student in chemical engineering and a laboratory technician. Letta had a flair for Maths and Science from a young age, we learn in this episode. She was introduced to engineering professions as a result of growing up near a mining town. She picked chemical engineerin…

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EP 93: Kaylan Reddy - PhD Candidate in Botany 31:08

2y ago31:08

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Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 93. Kaylan Reddy, a PhD candidate in botany from South Africa, is my guest today. In this episode, we find that he is the family's first scientist and that his love for science stems from his family's early acceptance of his "weird and wonderful" science facts. Kaylan recalls that his undergraduate studies began w…

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EP 92: Oageng Modise - PhD Student in Entomology 30:53

2y ago30:53

30:53

Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 92. Oageng Modise from South Africa is my guest today. He is a PhD student in entomology, which is the study of insects. In this episode, we learn about his scientific journey, which began at undergraduate level with Zoology and Biology. We learn about his current PhD research project, which focuses on fly pollina…

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EP 91: Rufaro Samanga - Epidemiologist & Cultural + Science Writer 41:20

2y ago41:20

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Hello everyone, it's 2022 and a new season of the show! Welcome to season 3, episode 91. Today's guest is Rufaro Samanga from South Africa. She is an Epidemiologist, a cultural writer, a public health writer and a speaker who is passionate about addressing misinformation about covid 19 vaccine hesitancy. In this episode, she discusses her academic …

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EP 90: Lindelwa Msweli - PhD Student in Ecological Science 45:10

2+ y ago45:10

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Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 90. My guest today is Lindelwa Msweli. She is a PhD student in Ecological Science, and she was born and raised in South Africa. In this episode, we learn that she has always had a passion for the environment and the great outdoors since she was a child. So it was only natural for her to pursue a science career tha…

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EP 89: Yannick Agbana- MSc Student in Plant Research and Drug Development 39:25

2+ y ago39:25

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Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 89. Yannick Agbana, originally from Togo but now based in Nigeria, is my guest today. In this episode, we learn that he did not always know that science was the path he would take; he wanted to be a medical doctor. However that career choice did not work out. He did infact stay in the medical field by pursuing his…

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EP 88: Nyasha Manyika - Commercial Pilot & Co-Founder of African Leaders in Aviation 39:14

2+ y ago39:14

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Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 88. Nyasha Manyika is from Zimbabwe and is currently based in South Africa. Nyasha is a qualified Commercial Pilot and who also serves as registrar at 43 Air School, a leading Aviation College in Port Alfred, South Africa. Her passion for sustainable development within the Aviation Industry saw her becoming a Co-F…

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