E174 : Karata Dume 🇹🇿

E181 : A Conversation with the team at Revive Congo 🇨🇩

In this episode, we’re joined by the inspiring team behind Revive Congo, an organization dedicated to bringing hope, opportunity, and leadership development to young people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Co-founders Pamela and Lakeisha share the story behind Revive Congo’s creation and discuss how the organization is empowering youth through education, leadership development, entrepreneurship, and community-focused programs. They also offer thoughtful perspectives on some of the current challenges facing the DRC and explore how Revive Congoand the wider African diaspora can play a role in reshaping and redefining the African narrative. We also hear their heartfelt advice for young Congolese listeners and discover what makes them most proud to be from the DRC 🇨🇩. For more information on Revive Congo - https://revivecongo.org/ [https://revivecongo.org/]

E180 : Gloria Nalule McLaughlin 🇺🇬🇺🇸

On this episode, we are joined by the remarkable Gloria Nalule McLaughlin, Executive Director of the Uganda Global Forum, an organization dedicated to bringing together Ugandans in the diaspora in a structured and coordinated manner to contribute to Uganda’s development. She shares valuable insights into the work of the organization, its collaboration with government agencies, and some of the key challenges facing the Ugandan diaspora. She also highlights concerns such as the inability of children born to Ugandan parents in the diaspora to acquire Ugandan citizenship before the age of 18, and how this limitation could affect the country's future development and engagement with its global community. Finally, Gloria offers words of wisdom for African youth and reflects on what makes her truly proud to be Ugandan. The Uganda Global Forum can be accessed at https://ugandaglobal.org/ [https://ugandaglobal.org/].

E179 : Mc Fila 🇬🇭

On this episode, we are joined by one of the biggest African MCs in China, MC Fila. Based in Wuhan, China, he shares the origins of his career in MCing and entertainment, reflecting on the people who shaped his journey and helped pave the way for his success, while discussing both the highs and lows he has experienced along the way. He also speaks about the importance of bringing more international artists to China and explores how competition within the African entertainment industry in China may be hindering its growth. Finally, he concludes by sharing what makes him proud to be Ghanaian.

E178 : Let’s talk about The Gambia 🇬🇲

On this episode, we are joined by the amazing Idriss, who shares fascinating insights into his country, The Gambia 🇬🇲. He begins by reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey and how he ventured into business. He then delves into the history and culture of The Gambia, its close ties with Senegal, and why the country is known as the “Smiling Coast of Africa.” Idriss also discusses some of the challenges facing the people of The Gambia 🇬🇲 and offers thoughtful solutions, while sharing valuable advice for Gambian youth. Finally, he concludes by explaining what makes him proud to be Gambian.

E177 - Lorraine Ditsebe 🇧🇼

On this episode, we are joined by the amazing Lorraine Ditsebe—an international trade researcher, musician, and beauty queen from Botswana 🇧🇼. She shares insightful perspectives on her modeling and pageant career, her advocacy work for the girl child, and her passion for international trade. Lorraine also discusses why Africa should take charge of its resources and strengthen intra-African trade in order to drive economic development across the continent. She offers inspiring words of advice to African youth tuning in, while highlighting what makes her proud to be from Botswana 🇧🇼. Be sure to check out her music under “Lorraine Ditsebe” on all major streaming platforms.