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You'll be blown away by the sound of tropical birds, chimpanzees - and even elephants! - that I hear from my wooden house at Sunbird Hill, overlooking Kibale Forest, one of Uganda's national parks. Welcome to my world! I've worked in conservation and tourism in East Africa for 15 years, and I've met some extraordinary people along the way. I want you to meet them! Tune in every week to The East Africa Travel Podcast for the dawn chorus, travel advice, chats with award-winning conservationist ...
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The Diary-Africa is a history podcast that explores the forgotten stories and heroes of African history. Each episode delves into the triumphs, struggles, and legacies that have shaped the continent, hosted by a passionate and knowledgeable presenter.
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An all round podcast centred around real estate, Mixta Africa's offerings, investments, social trends and so much more. The aim of the podcast is to enable a valid connection to the society, help solve problems and also provide long-term real estate solutions.
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The Nanny Diaries is a podcast series about nannies, their employers and the issues they face in our South African context. The Great Equalizer podcast in collaboration with writer, journalist and mother, Samantha Steele, touches base with experts in the field, moms navigating this unique space and, of course, the real MVPs, the nannies themselves.
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The Psychonauts
Science writer Leonie Joubert trips into the real of psychedelic psychiatry, as hallucinogenic mushrooms go on trial in South Africa
South African science writer Leonie Joubert trips into the strange new world of psychedelic psychiatry, ahead of hallucinogenic mushrooms going on trial in South Africa in 2018.
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What will happen if you did a podcast a day for 366 days? Finding Frequency is a one man's journey to dial back into life to see the extraordinary in the ordinary one day at a time.
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Immerse yourself in the remarkable stories of contemporary Africans, formerly known as the Everyday People Show. This captivating audio documentary podcast has been curated amongst the best podcasts produced in Africa. Hear tales of living, passion, struggles, adventures, and success stories, all created and produced by D.r.c. Jaèy for the AMBC. From the heartwarming to the inspirational, you'll find something to pique your interest in this podcast.
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The Life & Business Coach Diaries are about coaching and conversations covering some interesting topics on all things business, relationships, challenges in life and simple conversations for change and informative things about life. Kissy Naude a Master Coach, Therapist & Mentor is from Cape Town South Africa.
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Corona Diaries is a podcast that tells stories about what life is like in South Africa in the time of COVID19, as experienced by a group of students from Rhodes University in the Eastern Cape. In March 2020, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a national state of disaster, and these students were told that they had to leave Rhodes and go home. Now they find themselves studying journalism online and as a part of this learning, they are sending stories back to campus. These stories provide unf ...
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Off The Grid is a character-driven highly produced documentary series that tells compelling human stories from across the globe.
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The Corona Diaries is an exploration of day-to-day living during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. From the safety of their couch in Berlin, and with time to spare, hosts Jill and Julia speak with their friends, colleagues and compatriots about everything from dating and shopping to travel and anxiety, in the age of Corona. Join them on their social-distancing journey together, but also apart.
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South-African Armchair Philosopher doing Armchair Philosophy.
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A podcast by Parents Magazine Africa. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/parents-magazine/support
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‘Blighty Thank God’ is a 12-part podcast, based on the ‘lost’ diary of WW2 RAF pilot Flt. Sgt. Ron Chapman, 22, who served in Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Hosted and produced by his journalist son Neil Chapman it tells some of stories he uncovered when he researched the diary, found 30 years after his father died. The accompanying website - www.blightythankgod.co.uk - contains the complete diary, context notes, maps, photographs and background material. The project is a tribute to the ...
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With Diaspora Diary, Donna is connecting the global Black community by sharing stories of #BlackExcellence across the African diaspora. From creatives in Rwanda, to entrepreneurs in Jamaica, the featured guests and dynamic conversations show us that there are many paths to success, and the African diaspora is excelling in every facet of life. The interviewees are achievers, entrepreneurs, creators, innovators and gamechangers, most of whom beat the odds and defied the status quo to get to wh ...
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The inside story of the most triumphant tours in sporting history. Season 2 returns this December as a box set, following the England cricket team on their astonishing 1986/87 series. A tour hugely significant for both nations – after this, England wouldn’t win the Ashes again for 18 years. The embarrassing defeat sent Allan Border’s Australia to rock bottom and yet, somehow, they recovered to become a cricket superpower. This is the story of that incredible journey, told by players from bot ...
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Control Risks is a specialist global risk consultancy that helps organisations succeed in a volatile world. Through insight, intelligence and technology, we help you seize opportunities while remaining secure, compliant and resilient. When crises and complex issues arise, we help you recover. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Passing the Mic to the Global South! Armed Conflict, Migration, Human Rights, Anti-Corruption. Local and decolonized perspectives on the events shaping our world, through interviews with people working at the grassroots and on the front lines.
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In this podcast we are going to talk about some funny vacations.
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Welcome to Journey With Mpho! Mpho is a South African podcaster currently based in Hawaii, USA. She is a certified White Light and Karuna Reiki practitioner who utilizes this certification to embody spiritual alchemy in her work as a conscious content creator and ancestral wisdom carrier. As a cultural bridge between Africa and North America, she utilizes this show as a means to connect the two worlds she lives in. She considers herself a passioned mental health advocate hence, this podcast ...
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Following a 20-year career in communications, like so many friends, peers and ex-colleagues I found myself working from home 100% of the time. In this series I hear from a range of interesting and diverse voices about their response to the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic, their health and wellbeing, creativity in adverse times, and our shared hopes for the future.
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Baachu Talk is a weekly podcast show produced by Baachu and hosted by Baskar Sundaram. Baskar will take you on a journey with government leaders, outsourced business services leaders, gov-tech entrepreneurs, voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) leaders , policy think tank leaders diving deep into their values and purpose. I dedicate Baachu Talk to these leaders who are collectively making a difference to our society. Listen in and get to know them personally.
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Ep 18 Eavesdropping on Elephants (night sounds of Kibale Forest)
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An elephant rumble or an earth tremor – can the Muzungu tell the difference? In episode 18, we're back in my wooden house on the edge of Kibale National Park in western Uganda, alert to the night sounds from the forest. Join me as I listen to the sounds of elephants – one of the many incredible experiences that inspired this podcast. Can you hear t…
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EMEA in Focus - Africa Series: Senegal’s new government after 100 days: populism-lite?
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On 15 March 2024, Bassirou Diomaye Faye was released from prison after nearly a year in detention. Less than three weeks later, he was officially inaugurated as Senegal’s fifth president since independence, winning a resounding victory in the presidential election. His party promised sweeping changes to Senegal’s politics and economy. Join Vincent …
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Ep. 17 Elephant potholes (the one where I lost my welly!)
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This week, we are slowing down to reconnect with nature on the edge of the tropical rainforest. Come with me as we navigate waterlogged "elephant potholes," the lockdown playground I shared with my 10-year-old nephew, Dillon. It's a delightfully squelchy episode! Put on your gumboots and find out: What will I see from the bird hide? Who might need …
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Asia in Focus - Vietnam: a new dawn, or business as usual?
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Investors in Asia are still processing the news of the sudden passing of Vietnam’s long-serving leader, Communist Party Secretary General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong in mid-July. Trong was one of the country’s most powerful leaders in decades and had overseen the explosive growth of the Vietnamese economy – during which GDP more than doubled, Vietna…
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Ep. 16 Lost Birds, Beards and Bonobos. Ian Redmond OBE in conversation - part 2/2
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In this episode, I resume my conversation with Ian Redmond, OBE, “a self-confessed gorillaholic who's been hooked for 40 years!” Ian is also known as Mandevu “the bearded one,” one of his African names. In episode 15, we talked about the interconnectedness of life: how the elephant, chimpanzee and gorilla ‘gardeners of the forests’ of the Congo Bas…
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Asia in Focus - China’s Third Plenum 2024: reaffirming the country’s long-term vision
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The Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) wrapped up on 18 July in Beijing. It comes at a critical juncture for an economy beset by profound challenges. Angela Mancini, Partner, has a discussion with Andrew Gilholm, our Principal and Director of analysis for Greater China and North Asia, on the ke…
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Ep. 15 Grunting with the gorilla gardeners. Ian Redmond OBE in conversation - part 1/2
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In the first of two conversations, renowned conservationist (and personal conservation hero) Ian Redmond OBE discusses the interconnectedness of life – from the elephant, gorilla, and chimpanzee gardeners in the rainforests of the Congo Basin to a loaf of bread in England! Ian has been in love with East Africa since 1976 when he first travelled to …
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Ballot box bumper crop: what do voters want in 2024?
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We’re midway through a year in which a record number of people are voting. Much has been made of 2024 as an election year, with a bumper crop of polls taking place across the world. Not all have been or will be free and fair. Not all have produced or will produce surprising results. But in an environment in which democracy is under severe pressure,…
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Edem Aye is our guest for this Episode of @tobequitehonestpod She is Addressing Common Landlord and Tenancy Issues During episode, we look at existing landlord and tenant issues and how to navigate through it.By Mixta Africa
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Ep. 14 Village vibes in rural Uganda - a walking diary
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In this week's episode, we take a short walk through the village bordering Kibale National Park. It's a lazy Sunday and everyone's in a good mood: drivers wave hellos and boys herd goats. Do all white 'muzungu' women look the same? I giggle with my neighbour as he mistakes me (for a friend I do not resemble in the least). Tune in to hear: Friendly …
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Ep. 13 Seeing the Light - moths & butterflies revealed. Dr. Michael Ochse in conversation
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In episode 13, we go niche! When I moved to Uganda, one of my biggest fears was how I would cope with insects! Here at Sunbird Hill, Nature Monitoring and Rewilding Site, Kibale Forest, Uganda, on the edge of Kibale Forest, we see shiny green beetles with purple wings and swallowtail butterflies that are as big as your hand. Look at my social media…
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Join us on Episode 5 of Season 3 of To Be Quite Honest Podcast with our guest Akinwale Arokodare ABOUT TBQH An all round podcast centred around real estate, Mixta Africa's offerings, investments, social trends and so much more. The aim of the podcast is to enable a valid connection to the society, help solve problems and also provide long-term real…
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Joyner lucas the same race is not the same moon.By The Diary-Africa
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Ep. 12 From the Treehouse to the Kenyan Coast - recap & sneak peek
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In episode 12, we're in Kibale Forest, agog at the sight of chimpanzees. (You'll never guess where they are!) Listen in as 'Papa' Les Lloyd and I compare notes about our unexpected primate visitors. Then, I discuss my recent trip to Kenya and preview some of the upcoming episodes: How many modes of public transport do I take on the long journey bet…
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Global friends, local tensions – the two sides of Ruto’s Kenya
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A little over a month ago, President William Ruto of Kenya made a triumphant state visit to the White House. During the visit, Kenya was designated a major NATO ally – the first in sub-Saharan Africa – and a few weeks later, Ruto attended the G7 Summit in Italy. But his government faces turmoil at home. Proposals for tax rises have sparked a wave o…
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The art of the sale: Attracting buyers in 2024
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Episode 4 of Season 3 of To Be Quite Honest Podcast ABOUT TBQH An all round podcast centred around real estate, Mixta Africa's offerings, investments, social trends and so much more. The aim of the podcast is to enable a valid connection to the society, help solve problems and also provide long-term real estate solutions Follow us on instagram @tob…
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US election 2024: superpower at a crossroads
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The 2024 US election marks a pivotal decision point: what kind of role will the US play in the world? While this may not be the top issue for most American voters, the rest of the world is watching and waiting to see who will be sitting in the Oval Office next year: Joe Biden or Donald Trump. Join Claudine Fry for a conversation with Jonathan Wood,…
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Asia in Focus - Indian elections: the BJP loses its majority – what’s next for business?
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi secured a third term, but his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) unexpectedly lost its parliamentary majority after significant losses in key states to opposition parties, particularly the Indian National Congress (INC). For the first time, Modi must rely on his coalition partners to advance his political agenda. Angel…
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Ep. 11 From the Amazon to the Equator. Chris Ketola in conversation
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In episode 11, I’m joined by a visitor from Peru: ecologist and field researcher Chris Ketola. With 25 years’ experience working with wild animals, I’m intrigued to know how time in Equatorial Africa compares with his life in the Amazon. During a ten-week tour of Uganda, Ketola and Fauna Forever co-founder Chris Kirkby led a team of 14 volunteers. …
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Ep 10. Warring warthogs - a walking safari & classic tented camp in Kyambura Game Reserve
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In this week's episode, we have 150 square kilometres of unspoilt wilderness to ourselves as we venture on safari in Kyambura Game Reserve, Queen Elizabeth Conservation Area, western Uganda. The night is alive with the sounds of the wild, from the hippos munching next to my tent to the near-encounter with a leopard! On our walking safari, we witnes…
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In Re: - Dispute Diaries: What’s triggering the internationalisation of Indian disputes?
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India is now a key market for foreign investors, but Indian conglomerates are increasingly looking at the world. What happens when disputes arise? Join Control Risks experts, Aakash Brahmachari and Michael Harrington for part two of our conversation on emerging disputes in India. They are joined by Niyati Gandhi, Dispute Resolution at Shardul Amarc…
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Join us on Episode 3 of Season 3 of To Be Quite Honest Podcast with Dr TAIWO ANJORIN ABOUT TBQH An all round podcast centred around real estate, Mixta Africa's offerings, investments, social trends and so much more. The aim of the podcast is to enable a valid connection to the society, help solve problems and also provide long-term real estate solu…
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Ep. 9 Why Uganda is Africa's best birding destination. Philip Briggs in conversation
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In episode 9, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to my first South African guest, the acclaimed travel and guidebook writer Philip Briggs. Join us in the bird hide to hear: Mountain gorillas vs. chimpanzees - how does he compare the two tracking experiences? Where is the best place to track chimps in E…
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EMEA in Focus - Africa Series: President Tinubu struggles to turn the tide in Nigeria
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A year ago, Bola Tinubu assumed office as the fifth president of Nigeria following the country’s return to democracy in 1999. The new government immediately took a series of bold actions – hailed by the markets – to liberalise the economy and boost investment. Results have been slow to materialise: inflation is soaring, investors are hesitant and s…
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Ep. 8 Living with Bats and Whistling with the Flufftail
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In episode 8, we're back on the edge of Kibale National Park, stretching our legs after a long road journey from Kampala, Uganda's capital. The air is alive with song as the birds catch the last rays of afternoon sunshine after a day of heavy rain. Join me for a duet with the rare white-spotted flufftail and find out: What friends and colleagues ar…
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Unforeseen Bonds & Rewards with Imelda Olaoye
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Asia in Focus - Vietnam’s anti-corruption drive: are we at fever pitch?
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Vietnam’s anti-corruption drive, dubbed the “burning furnace,” started in 2016 but has intensified since 2021. Many senior officials in the country have come under investigation. They’ve been asked to leave their positions or have been forced to step down. Most recently, Vietnamese property tycoon Truong My Lan was sentenced to death for her role i…
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Decrypt - European cyber compliance: what you need to know
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The past year has seen a surge in regulatory activity worldwide as authorities continue to combat increasingly sophisticated cyber threats while managing the swift adoption of emerging technologies. Nowhere is this more evident—and potentially transformative—than in the European Union (EU). In this episode of Decrypt, Associate Director Stina Conno…
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Ep. 7 Dancing to the beat of sustainable tourism at Original Maasai Lodge, Tanzania
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In episode 7, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as we travel to Tanzania to meet Lesse Laizer and the Masai community at the Original Maasai Lodge in West Kilimanjaro. Listen in to hear: What is the Muzungu doing in Tanzania? How do you say good morning in the Maasai language? What did I watch while sitting between Mt M…
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Asia in Focus - US-China relations ahead of the 2024 US election
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This April has seen a surge in bilateral contacts between the US and China, from the Xi-Biden phone call to Janet Yellen and Antony Blinken’s visits to Beijing. Relations between the two countries seem to be entering a holding pattern, as we mentioned in the RiskMap 2024 Top Risks. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are competing…
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Ep. 6 Chatting chimpanzees. Dr Richard Wrangham in conversation
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In episode six, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I chat chimpanzees with Harvard University Professor - and close friend of Sunbird Hill - Dr. Richard Wrangham whose work combines primatology, evolutionary biology and anthropology. Listen in to hear: What do sex, violence and cooking have in common? How do bees prot…
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The Global Insight - The geopolitics of seabed mining: uncharted waters
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The demand for the minerals we extract from the sea will continue to grow. What do businesses need to know about the pioneering space of seabed mining? Join Claudine Fry for a conversation with in-house experts Gabriel Brasil, Senior Analyst and our global lead on energy transition and critical minerals, and Dr Victoria Mitchell, Analyst and lead o…
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Nigeria Real Estate Uncovered: Opportunity or Illusion?
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Nigeria Real Estate Uncovered: Opportunity or Illusion? Join us on Episode 1 of Season 3 of To Be Quite Honest Podcast with our Guest Folajomi Ibrahim. ABOUT TBQH An all round podcast centred around real estate, Mixta Africa's offerings, investments, social trends and so much more. The aim of the podcast is to enable a valid connection to the socie…
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EMEA in Focus - Africa Series: Will President Ramaphosa survive South Africa’s pivotal elections?
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After 30 years of dominating South African politics, the African National Congress (ANC) runs the serious risk of falling below 50% of the vote in the general elections – just short of an absolute majority in parliament. Join Control Risks experts Vincent Rouget, Wayne Malgas and Michael Bongani Reinders for a discussion about the possible scenario…
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Ep. 5 Introducing My East Africa ... but first some Great Blue Turaco birds
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In episode five, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to East Africa, specifically “my East Africa.” How many countries are there in East Africa? (You might be surprised!) What are Uganda’s most popular tourist attractions? What are “The Big Seven”? Beyond gorillas: which Rwandan forest has chimps and Co…
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