Africa Borderlands Centre Podcast

Episode 10: From Pasture to Profit - Maigatari’s Cross-Border International Cattle Market

Maigatari is a town steeped in tradition and home to a thriving community of livestock traders. Abdulaziz Umar, a native and prominent livestock trader, sees the Maigatari International Cattle Market not just as a marketplace but as a beacon of economic hope for his community.

Episode 9: Carolyne Cheyech - Cultivating a community of Resilient Women in the Borderlands

Carolyne Cheyech leads the Chomyot Women Group, an inspiring assembly of resilient women from the Kongelai community in West Pokot. Formed in the challenging aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, this group stands as a testament to the power of unity and collaboration in the face of adversity. Against all odds, these women have built a robust community, becoming a beacon of hope and a model for other borderland communities. Their journey illustrates not just the strength in coming together but also the remarkable ability to rise above difficult circumstances and forge a path of empowerment and solidarity.

Episode 8: William Alew Keem - A Quest for Peaceful Pastures

William Alex Keem experienced the loss of his father to cattle raiders at a very young age, an event that profoundly impacted his life and perspectives. Growing up in West Pokot, Kenya, where cattle rustling is a significant issue, William has become a staunch advocate against this practice. His life's ambition is centered on eradicating cattle rustling from his borderland community. As a peace facilitator and community advocate, William is dedicated to healing his community from the scars of cattle rustling and is actively involved in campaigns and initiatives against it.

Episode 7: Voices for change in the Borderlands

Michael Lokal and Philomena Chenangat are leveraging their voices to champion positive change in the West Pokot community, located along the borders of Kenya and Uganda. This episode delves into the significance of local advocacy as a catalyst for social change and agency in Africa's borderlands.

Episode 6: Hauwa Dahiru - Bridging the Education gap in Malaka border community

In this episode, our focus turns to the educational hurdles faced in Africa's borderlands, with a spotlight on the Malaka community—a borderland settlement straddling the Nigeria-Niger border where a significant number of children find themselves out of school. Amidst these challenges, Hauwa Dahiru emerges as a beacon of hope, tirelessly working to facilitate school enrollment for the children in this community. Join us as we explore the transformative efforts of individuals like Hauwa in tackling educational barriers and fostering a brighter future for the youth in borderland regions. #BorderlandEducation