Best Kenyan Voices Podcasts (2024)

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A behind-the-scenes tour of Afrobarometer, Africa's leading survey research organization. 38:18

5h ago38:18

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Catherine Nzuki is joined by Joseph Asunka, PhD, CEO of Afrobarometer, the leading source of public attitude data in Africa. Together, they discuss Afrobarometer's rise, its meticulous survey research methods, and case studies showcasing the policy impact of its data in Ghana, Malawi, and Botswana. They also discuss the difficulties of conducting s…

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Internal Challenges: Ghana’s Security Landscape 49:00

14h ago49:00

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Ghana has long been viewed internationally as a regional leader in democracy, particularly notable given its challenging neighborhood bordering the Sahel states. Although cross-border security challenges persist, Ghana has not experienced terrorist attacks from al-Qaeda–affiliated JNIM, though its northern region remains vulnerable. Instead, Ghana’…

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Trump has won a second term. What does his victory mean for U.S.-Africa policy? 33:01

7d ago33:01

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Catherine Nzuki is joined by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele (CSIS Africa Director and Senior Fellow) and Cameron Hudson (Africa Program Senior Fellow) for a discussion on what President-Elect Donald Trump's second term would mean for the U.S. approach to Africa, and how African capitals may be strategizing for his second term.…

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Rwanda's Strained Relations with Neighbours 1:04:54

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Rwanda has endured a series of destabilizing moments that have shaped its complex history and relations with neighboring countries. Colonial rule set the stage for ethnic divisions that worsened under post-colonial governments, leading to the horrific 1994 Rwandan genocide. Following the genocide, Rwanda's rapid reconstruction transformed it into a…

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The boomers in Mali getting their news from TikTok 36:53

1M ago36:53

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The story of older people in Mali who consume news on TikTok symbolizes the larger trends sweeping through the Sahel. In this episode, Catherine Nzuki is joined by Doussouba Konaté, the Country Director of Accountability Lab Mali. We unpack two of these shifts in the Sahel. First, growing anti-French sentiments in the region has led to language dec…

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Introducing The Afropolitan Podcast 1:27

1M ago1:27

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The CSIS Africa Program is excited to announce the launch of The Afropolitan, a podcast hosted by Catherine Nzuki, Associate Fellow with the Africa Program. The Afropolitan is dedicated to exploring Africa’s growing influence on the global stage. By 2050, one in four people on the planet will be African. Africa will increasingly drive key aspects o…

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Youth Voices: The New Wave of Kenyan Activism 42:21

1M ago42:21

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Youth movements have become a powerful catalyst for demanding change across Africa. Kenya’s #RejectFinanceBill2024 protests emerged in June 2024 as a response to a controversial finance bill that included significant tax hikes. Despite violent police crackdowns resulting in over 60 deaths, the movement successfully pressured President Ruto to withd…

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Botswana Beyond Diamonds 46:25

2M ago46:25

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Botswana, known for its political stability and diamond-rich economy, has made significant strides since independence in 1966, particularly in education and health. Beneath the surface of political stability and dazzling achievements, a vibrant civil society is actively striving to tackle the nation's most urgent challenges including youth unemploy…

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Security and Governance in Nigeria 44:03

2M ago44:03

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Mvemba is joined by Kemi Okenyondo, the Founder/Executive Director of the Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative also known as Partners West Africa Nigeria, to discuss accountability for Nigeria's military and police and security issues in the country.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Fostering Transformative Leadership: The Mandela Washington Fellowship 35:58

3M ago35:58

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Since its inception in 2014, the Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) brings together an annual cohort of established African youth leaders for an immersive six-week leadership program at U.S. colleges and universities. The fellowship culminates in a summit where participants network and engage in high-level workshops. MWF is the flagship program of…

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Rethinking U.S.-Africa Strategy 38:32

3M ago38:32

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Engaging with the dynamic and rapidly evolving development landscape in Africa presents a complex challenge. Historically, global powers have treated Africa as a tool for extraction and a pawn in geopolitical struggles, from colonialism to the Cold War. However, with the growth of Africa and the world shifting into a multipolar era, the U.S. finds …

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Building Africa’s Digital Future 32:24

4M ago32:24

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The African continent faces several unique challenges that increase its vulnerability to cyber-attacks: a shortage of cybersecurity professionals, outdated software, lack of digital literacy among individuals, and struggles with personal data protection. While digital accessibility is on the rise in Africa, 60 percent of Africans (about 700 million…

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Partnerships for Peace: The Global Fragility Act 39:21

4M ago39:21

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In 2019, the U.S. Congress passed the bipartisan Global Fragility Act (GFA), approving up to $200 million annually for prevention and stabilization efforts in target countries and regions, including Mozambique, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, and Togo. The GFA aims to strengthen fragile states, described by the Department of State as those "wh…

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The Hidden Genius Project 30:12

5M ago30:12

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Youth engagement in the Black and African diaspora stands as a foundational pillar in elevating our communities. The Hidden Genius Project was founded in Oakland, California in 2012 with the goal of revealing the true potential of black male youth. The mission is to develop quality, confident, and healthy young people who can lead. The Hidden Geniu…

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Young and Radical 39:11

5M ago39:11

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While African youth make up over 70% of the population on the continent, the institutions present are not fit for their participation and representation in government. This is exemplified by the fact that although African youth rely on the informal sector for employment, institutions cater to the formal sector. The youth, therefore, expend time and…

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Understanding the DRC’s Governance Structure 31:07

6M ago31:07

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Whenever the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) makes the headlines, it appears that the challenges the nation is facing are only multiplying. From the escalating conflict in Eastern DRC to what is being called an attempted coup in Kinshasa the question remains: how will the largest sub-Saharan African nation overcome its complex challenges? Go…

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That’s A Great Question! 35:43

6M ago35:43

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After more than three decades of experience as a media entrepreneur, Claude Grunitzky’s passion for telling the authentic stories of Africans has only expanded. While perceptions and narratives of Africa have slightly shifted, the Western gaze on Africa has not. Limitless Africa is “the podcast that asks the questions that matter to Africa” through…

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Into the Africa Land Forces Summit 22:12

7M ago22:12

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Since 2018, senior leaders from land forces across Africa, the United States, and other partner nations have met to strengthen their relationships, exchange information, and encourage cooperation at the Africa Land Forces Summit (ALFS). This marked the 5th anniversary of the summit, which was hosted in Livingstone, Zambia with the theme “Regional S…

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The Twists and Turns of U.S.- Tanzania Bilateral Relations 45:06

7M ago45:06

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After attaining independence in 1961, the United Republic of Tanzania became instrumental in liberation movements throughout Africa. Julius Nyerere, Tanzania’s first president, established the ideology of Ujamaa (African socialism) as Tanzania’s political, social, and economic ideology. At the time of independence, the US established diplomatic tie…

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From a Jail Cell to the Presidential Palace 35:43

7M ago35:43

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President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is not only Senegal’s youngest elected president but also the youngest democratically elected president in Africa. At 44- years old there is a lot of expectation resting on Faye and his mentor Ousmane Sonko as they take the reins after an election run-up that was nothing short of dramatic. Since 2021, protests agains…

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The State of Eight: Challenges Facing the East Africa Community 40:13

8M ago40:13

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Since 2022, the East Africa Community (EAC) has expanded to include two new partner states, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Somalia, bringing its membership up to eight partner states. Each nation admitted to the bloc brings its own set of challenges but also expands the opportunities and avenues for cooperation in the region. The EAC ha…

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Project Hope: Improving Maternal Health in Sierra Leone 30:21

8M ago30:21

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“Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all they have.” Project HOPE is a global health and humanitarian aid non-governmental organization founded by Dr. William B. Walsh in 1958.  Their first operations in Africa began in the mid-1960s in Guinea; and since then, they have reached 13 countries in Africa. Project Hope began its work in Sierra Le…

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AFCON and the Power of Unity  39:31

9M ago39:31

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For a brief moment, it appeared as though all attention had shifted to the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), as the tournament gained global attention. The game saw the participation of 24 out of 54 countries in the tournament, hosted by the reigning champions, Côte d’Ivoire, from January to early February 2024.  The African Cup of Nations (AFCO…

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Mali: Between the Lines 31:22

9M ago31:22

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Amidst political, economic, and security issues Malians continue to seek justice and reconciliation to restore peace in their country. Since 2012, the Malian government has been engaged in a war against the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MLNA) who intend to secede the Northern region of Mali. Additionally, Mali has experienced 8 at…

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Breaking Up with ECOWAS 35:04

10M ago35:04

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More than 80% of African countries have experienced coups since the 1950s. The occurrence of coups can be seen as a reaction to poor governance that is unresponsive to the needs of the people. Regional and international responses to this “unconstitutional” seizure of power belittles and condescends coup leaders hence ostracizing and condemning alre…

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A behind-the-scenes tour of Afrobarometer, Africa's leading survey research organization. 38:18

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Internal Challenges: Ghana’s Security Landscape 49:00

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Trump has won a second term. What does his victory mean for U.S.-Africa policy? 33:01

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Rwanda's Strained Relations with Neighbours 1:04:54

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The boomers in Mali getting their news from TikTok 36:53

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Introducing The Afropolitan Podcast 1:27

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Youth Voices: The New Wave of Kenyan Activism 42:21

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Botswana Beyond Diamonds 46:25

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Security and Governance in Nigeria 44:03

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Fostering Transformative Leadership: The Mandela Washington Fellowship 35:58

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Rethinking U.S.-Africa Strategy 38:32

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Building Africa’s Digital Future 32:24

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Partnerships for Peace: The Global Fragility Act 39:21

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The Hidden Genius Project 30:12

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Young and Radical 39:11

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Understanding the DRC’s Governance Structure 31:07

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That’s A Great Question! 35:43

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Into the Africa Land Forces Summit 22:12

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The Twists and Turns of U.S.- Tanzania Bilateral Relations 45:06

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From a Jail Cell to the Presidential Palace 35:43

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The State of Eight: Challenges Facing the East Africa Community 40:13

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Project Hope: Improving Maternal Health in Sierra Leone 30:21

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AFCON and the Power of Unity  39:31

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Mali: Between the Lines 31:22

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Breaking Up with ECOWAS 35:04

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